Shredded Beef Tacos
Juicy shredded beef braised low and slow in a bold chipotle-infused sauce, creating the perfect balance of smoky, tangy, and savory flavors in every bite.
Ingredients(serves 4)
Beef Ingredients
- 2 lbs stewing beef
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Sauce Ingredients
- 1 yellow onion
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 8 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp cumin
- 1 tbsp salt
- 2 tbsp oregano
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 can chipotle peppers
- 2 tbsp white vinegar
- 1/4 cup lime juice
Cooking Ingredients
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 bay leaves
Serving Ingredients
- Tortillas
- Guacamole
- Pickled Red Onions
Instructions
Instructions
1. Season & Sear the Beef
Pat the beef dry.
Season with:
- onion powder
- garlic powder
- salt
- black pepper
Sear in a hot pan until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
2. Make the Sauce
Add all sauce ingredients to a blender:
- onion
- crushed tomatoes
- garlic
- cumin
- oregano
- salt & pepper
- chipotle peppers
- vinegar
- lime juice
Blend until smooth.
3. Cook the Beef
Return beef to the pot.
Pour the blended sauce over it.
Add:
- beef broth
- bay leaves
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
Cover and simmer for 4–5 hours until the beef is tender and shreddable.
👉 Instant Pot option: Cook on high pressure ~45–60 minutes, then natural release.
4. Shred the Beef
Remove the beef and shred using two forks.
Return it to the sauce and mix well.
5. Assemble Tacos
Warm tortillas.
Add shredded beef.
Top with:
- guacamole
- pickled onions
- cilantro
- squeeze of lime
Notes / Tips
- The longer it simmers, the better the flavor.
- If the sauce is too thin, let it reduce uncovered for a bit.
- This also works amazing for burritos or rice bowls.