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Mexican Shredded Beef

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Ingredients

Seasoning Mix

  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 2 tsp sea salt
  • 2 tsp ground pepper
  • 1 tsp chipotle powder
  • 1 tsp ground allspice
  • 1 tsp coriander powder

Main Ingredients

  • 3 lbs beef pot roast (or chuck roast or brisket)
  • 2 tbsp ghee (or coconut oil for dairy free)
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 5 cloves garlic, peeled
  • ¾ cup fresh squeezed orange juice (about 2-3 oranges)
  • ¼ cup fresh squeezed lime juice (about 2 limes)
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 can green chiles (4.5 oz)
  • 1 can fire roasted tomatoes (14.5 oz)

Toppings/Serving

  • romaine lettuce or Siete Tortillas or other sturdy lettuce
  • cilantro
  • avocado
  • lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Prepare the seasoning mix by combining all seasonings in a bowl.
  2. Cut the beef into large cubes and season with the seasoning mix.
  3. Brown the beef cubes in ghee using the Instant Pot's sauté function.
  4. Once browned, add all beef back to the pot along with onion, garlic, orange juice, lime juice, cumin, vinegar, green chiles, and tomatoes.
  5. Secure the lid and cook on high pressure for 30 minutes, then let pressure release naturally for 20 minutes.
  6. Shred the beef with two forks and serve with desired toppings.
  7. For slow cooker, brown the beef in a skillet, then transfer to the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours before shredding.

Nutrition Facts (estimated)

Servings
8
Calories
374
Total fat
24g
Total carbohydrates
8g
Total protein
34g
Sodium
0mg
Cholesterol
0mg

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