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How to Make Spicy Shredded Beef - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spicy shredded beef is a mouth-watering, flavor-packed dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether served in tacos, burritos, or over a bed of rice, this tender and juicy beef dish is a surefire crowd-pleaser. The combination of spicy seasoning and slow-cooked beef creates a rich and complex flavor profile that will have your taste buds dancing with delight.

One of the best things about this recipe is its versatility. You can customize the level of heat to your preference b...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 pound lean beef chuck, trimmed and cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet. Brown beef cubes for 10 to 12 minutes. Reduce the heat, add the garlic, salt and cumin. Cook another 15 minutes.
  • Add the can of tomatoes and heat to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer, cover and cook for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Add water to the skillet as needed to keep the mixture from boiling dry.
  • When cooked very tender, cool, then shred the meat using 2 forks. Place back on heat and stir until most of the liquid has evaporated.
  • If planning to freeze, cool before packing in freezer bags and placing in freezer.
  • For soft burritos, top a warm flour tortilla with the meat mixture, salsa, and grated cheese.

    • Nutrition

    352 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 81mg
    • Sodium: 630mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 14mg
    • Calcium: 15mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 317mg

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