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Mexican Shredded Beef Recipe

Mexican Shredded Beef

This Mexican shredded beef is perfect for tacos, nachos, or rice bowls, with rich flavors from spices and green chiles.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Beef and Seasoning
  • 3 lb boneless beef chuck roast
  • 1 can Diced green chiles 7 oz.
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 2 Tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 lime juiced

Equipment

  • 6 Quart Crock Pot

Method
 

  1. Place the roast in a 6 quart crock pot.
  2. Top the roast with the garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper.
  3. Spread the green chilis over the roast in the crock pot.
  4. Place the lid on top and cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-5 hours until the beef is easily shreddable.
  5. Shred the beef with 2 forks. Squeeze the fresh lime over the beef and stir to combine.
  6. Serve on tortillas, on nachos, or over rice. Enjoy!

Notes

This shredded beef is incredibly versatile. You can serve it in tacos, burritos, or even as a topping for nachos. Adjust the spice level by adding more or less chili powder.