Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Tacos
Delicious slow cooker shredded beef tacos filled with tender beef and customizable toppings, perfect for any busy weeknight or gathering.
Ingredients
Spice Blend
- ½ tablespoon chili powder
- ½ tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red chili flakes
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Main Ingredients
- 1 kg chuck beef roast or bolar blade/small brisket
- ¼ cup water
- 1-2 pieces ripe avocados
- 1 lime Juice of
- ¼ cup dairy-free plain yogurt as a sour cream or mayonnaise alternative
- to taste garlic powder Pinch
- to taste salt Pinch
- Extra lime wedges for serving
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Combine chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, sea salt, garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red chili flakes, dried oregano, and ground black pepper in a small bowl to create a spice blend.
- Rub the spice mixture generously over the entire surface of the chuck beef roast.
- Place the seasoned beef into your slow cooker and pour in ¼ cup of water around the meat.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to high for 6 hours or low for 8 to 10 hours.
Cooking
- Once the cooking time is up, use two forks to shred the beef directly in the slow cooker.
Topping Preparation
- Mash the ripe avocados in a bowl and mix in the lime juice along with a pinch of garlic powder and salt to taste.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a frying pan over medium heat or briefly over an open flame.
Assembly
- Take a warm tortilla, fill it with shredded beef, add a spoonful of mashed avocado, and drizzle with dairy-free yogurt if desired.
Serving
- Serve the tacos garnished with fresh coriander leaves and small bowls of lime wedges.
- Consider serving with fresh salsa, chopped onions, diced tomatoes, or pickled jalapeños.
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Notes
For best results, thoroughly rub the spice seasoning into the meat. If short on time, briefly sear the beef in a hot skillet before slow cooking. Customize spice levels as desired.