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    Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Beef

    Published: Jul 28, 2017 · Modified: Dec 22, 2020 by Fox Valley Foodie · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Beef

    This slow cooker Mexican shredded beef will lay the foundation for crafting a taco worthy of haunting one's dreams! The Sandman has nothing on this!

    As I walk into the kitchen I am immediately halted by the deep earthy fragrance of cumin and smoked paprika doing the rhumba in midair. Now, contrary to what I may have led you to believe, I am not really an expert at the rhumba, perhaps they were doing the tango.  One can never quite be sure when it comes to spices. However, I do know these seasonings will make my slow cooker Mexican shredded beef sing!

    Mexican Shredded Beef Slow Cooker

    Crock Pot Mississippi Roast SandwichesSeriously, is there a better smell than dinner simmering in the slow cooker? The aroma emanating from my slow cooker Mexican shredded beef is rivaled only by that of my Mississippi Roast Beef Sandwiches! Holy cow, someone needs to make a candle out of this stuff.

    Slow cooker Mexican shredded beef is perfect for amping up taco night. Taco Tuesday needn't be a recreation of the placid ground beef slopped into in a room temperature taco shell by an underpaid, overworked, lunch lady. To craft a taco worthy of haunting one's dreams, you must first start with a foundation built upon luxurious shredded beef and a liberal dusting of seasonings. The Sandman has nothing on this!

    It also doesn't hurt if you splash on a little Cilantro Lime Sour Cream! It doesn't matter what kind of Mexican dish you are making, my Cilantro Lime Sour Cream recipe will liven it right up!

    Mexican shredded beef is not only perfect for tacos, use this beef in enchiladas, burritos, or any of your favorite Mexican dishes. It can also be made ahead if desired because it reheats beautifully.

    Crock Pot Mexican Shredded Beef RecipeIt may go without saying, but you will want to have a slow cooker to make my Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Beef recipe.  It can be made without a slower cooker by simmering it on the stove, but a crock pot will be simpler and easier to clean up.  I don't think it is necessary to get fancy when purchasing a slow cooker.  Buying one with a Low, High, and Keep Warm setting will have everything you need. For everyday cooking, 5 or 6 quarts will be ideal.

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    Mexican Shredded Beef Slow Cooker

    Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Beef

    This slow cooker Mexican shredded beef will lay the foundation for crafting a taco worthy of haunting one's dreams! The Sandman has nothing on this!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Entree
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 4 hours hours
    Total Time: 4 hours hours 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 8 servings
    Calories: 300kcal
    Author: Fox Valley Foodie

    Ingredients

    Mexican Shredded Beef

    • 3 lb Chuck Roast
    • 4 oz can diced green chilis chopped
    • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
    • ½ teaspoon oregano
    • ¼ teaspoon cumin
    • ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon onion powder
    • ¼ teaspoon fresh black pepper
    • Salt to taste

    Instructions

    • Place chuck roast in slow cooker.
    • Sprinkle all remaining ingredients on the roast and place slow cooker on high.
    • Cook for 4 hours on high, or until beef is easily shredded with a fork.
    • Remove large chunks of fat remaining and shred.
    • Taste for salt, adjusting as needed.
    • Serve on tacos, or use in a variety of other Mexican dishes.

    Notes

    If you don't have smoked paprika, regular paprika will be a fine substitution.
    IF YOU LIKED THIS RECIPE you will love my Crispy Pork Carnitas too!

    Nutritional Information

    Calories: 300kcal
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    This Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Beef recipe was originally published on this website March 18, 2016.

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    Comments

    1. Sue in AZ

      December 14, 2020 at 5:28 am

      5 stars
      Made this exactly as directed and it was delicious! At first I was concerned about not adding liquid but like the comment above, the meat rendered al the juice needed. Thanks for posting this recipe!

      Reply
    2. Lauren

      April 30, 2018 at 1:17 pm

      Should any liquid (water, beef broth, etc.) be added into the crock pot along with the beef?

      Reply
      • Fox Valley Foodie

        May 03, 2018 at 10:43 am

        Nope, the beef will release juice as it cooks.

        Reply
    3. Marisa Franca @ All Our Way

      July 28, 2017 at 1:55 pm

      5 stars
      Ahhhh!! I think the dance they're doing is a tango -- it's earthier and more sensual than the rhumba. Think of the rhythm the back and forth teasing, the come hither enticement. Uh Huh!! It's certainly enticing me. And I have another recipe whereby you can use your erotic meat -- chimichangas!! They are fantastic and I'm sure your meat would be great. Have a wonderful weekend.

      Reply
    4. connie

      July 28, 2017 at 10:03 am

      Is this cooked on high in the cp?

      Reply
      • Fox Valley Foodie

        July 28, 2017 at 10:27 am

        Yes, thanks for catching that. I added it in now.

        Reply
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