Beef Tacos with Salsa Verde Recipe

Name: Beef Tacos with Salsa Verde
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 3 -pound boneless beef chuck roast; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 16 -ounce jar salsa verde; 1/2 white onion, thinly sliced; 2 cloves garlic, smashed; 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 12 corn tortillas, warmed; Shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes, avocado and/or radishes, for topping; Lime wedges, for serving

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 3 -pound boneless beef chuck roast
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 16 -ounce jar salsa verde
1/2 white onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
12 corn tortillas, warmed
Shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes, avocado and/or radishes, for topping
Lime wedges, for serving

1
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Season the beef with the cumin, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
3
Add to the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
4
Transfer the meat to a 6-quart slow cooker, then add the salsa, onion and garlic.
5
Cover and cook on high, 6 hours.
6
Remove the meat to a cutting board and shred with 2 forks, discarding the excess fat.
7
Return the meat to the slow cooker and stir in the cilantro.
8
Serve the meat in tortillas and top as desired.
9
Serve with lime wedges.
10
Photograph by Christopher Testani

370

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 3 -pound boneless beef chuck roast, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, and more.

Yes, Beef Tacos with Salsa Verde falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Beef Tacos with Salsa Verde

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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