Shredded Beef With Tomatillo Sauce Recipe

Name: Shredded Beef With Tomatillo Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon canola oil; 1 pound (about 8 large) tomatillos, husks removed and tomatillos quartered; 1 cup chopped onion; 2 large garlic cloves, minced; 1 serrano chile, coarsley chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 6 ounces skirt steak; 1/4 large onion, quartered; 1 large garlic clove, crushed; 1 bay leaf; 1 tablespoon salt

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 pound (about 8 large) tomatillos, husks removed and tomatillos quartered
1 cup chopped onion
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 serrano chile, coarsley chopped
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 ounces skirt steak
1/4 large onion, quartered
1 large garlic clove, crushed
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon salt

1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add tomatillos and next 3 ingredients; saute 7 minutes or until lightly browned.
2
Pulse tomatillo mixture, cilantro, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a food processor until coarsely chopped. Transfer to a medium bowl. Set aside.
3
Combine skirt steak, remaining 4 ingredients, and water to cover in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 1 hour and 45 minutes or until meat is tender.
4
Remove steak to a medium bowl, discarding onion and seasonings. When cool enough to handle, shred meat. Stir in tomatillo sauce. Serve with fresh sopes.
5
Tip: You may substitute flank steak for skirt steak. Cook 2 1/2 hours or until tender.

288

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* 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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon canola oil, 1 pound (about 8 large) tomatillos, husks removed and tomatillos quartered, 1 cup chopped onion, 2 large garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Shredded Beef With Tomatillo Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Shredded Beef With Tomatillo Sauce

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