I’m glad I doubled this, using a 3-pound roast, because now we can enjoy this again! The recipe has immediate appeal; still, I found I was going to play with it. Chuck is a fatty cut so I didn’t see the need to add ANY oil, let alone so much. In fact, I trimmed the roast of a good deal of the fat before throwing it in the Crock Pot (rather than the oven). I used no oil, and only one cup of beef stock, even tho’ I doubled the recipe. I couldn’t see adding what would have been two cups of stock only to “drain and discard 80% of the liquid” as the recipe directs! In addition to doubling the remaining ingredients for my 3-pound roast, I added a teaspoon each of Mexican oregano and salt, and a good handful each of chopped Poblano peppers and onions. Since it would spend 8-10 hours in the Crock Pot, I skipped the marinating process, simply putting all ingredients in the Crock Pot from the start. This was excellent; tho’ I must stress that the oil can/should be eliminated and only use half as much stock so you don’t need to discard any! I used this to make shredded beef enchiladas and we both loved it and are looking forward to enjoying this once again as tacos.
Absolutely excellent! So tender and the favor was perfect! I only had time to marinate for an hour, and it still turned out great.
Wow! After making this recipe I will never go back to ground beef tacos again! The meat came out so tender and moist and the flavor was excellent. I marinated it overnight following the marinade exactly as written in the recipe. When I baked it in the oven, I used a can of beef broth instead of beef stock. Looking forward to making it again for company - it's a keeper!
This was so easy! It was tender and flavorful. My husband said it needed nothing but cheese!
My sons favorite meal is tacos so he was hesitant, but I make this in my crockpot. Wrap up the beef with marinade in foil, not necessary to marinate ahead, and put the whole thing in my crock. Cook 8 hrs. on low, then remove beef and shred, put back in crock with juices and serve. It is delicious, easy and great left overs. We top with a slaw of shredded cabbage, tossed with red wine vinegar, a dash of sugar, salt and chili powder to taste. Easy delicious meal, easy clean up.
Best shredded beef tacos I've made. Making them again for the second time tonight. I added more spices (onion powder, ground caynne, salt, pepper, ground oregano, smoke paprika, and a little of Spikes all purpose seasoning.)Added 2teaspoon of the spices instead of 1 and a half expect with the cayenne I used a bit more. I also added a bit more lime juice and vinegar. I opt out using oil and marinated the beef chunks for about 3 hours. I browned the beef chunks on the stove before cooking it in the oven. I also made homemade glaucoma to pour on top.
Made this tonight and the only thing my husband said once he cleaned his plate was "Whatever you did to the meat do it again." I'd say it was a success!
AMAZING!! The entire family, including 3 kids 6 and under, loved the shredded beef tacos!
Tried these for the first time - so good - used Chipolte Chili powder and white wine vinegar... DELISH!
I loved the simplicity of this, and the beef was tender. I just thought it was lacking a little zing. I will definetly make it again, just might tweek it a little to add a bit more flavor. Thanks for sharing..
