Slow-cooked beef buns with smoked chilli sour cream

Name: Slow-cooked beef buns with smoked chilli sour cream recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 splash olive oil; 300 g (10.6oz) beef shin or other slow-cooking cut, cut into chunks; 300 ml (10.6fl oz) cups beef stock; 1 splash of beer (optional); 1 tbsp tomato puree; 1 dried red chilli; 1 chipotle chilli, or 1 tsp hot smoked paprika or chipotle paste; 2 tbsp sour cream; 0.5 lime, juice only; 2 crusty buns; 1 Little Gem lettuce, shredded; 1 handful of coriander

Servings: persons

1 splash olive oil
300 g (10.6oz) beef shin or other slow-cooking cut, cut into chunks
300 ml (10.6fl oz) cups beef stock
1 splash of beer (optional)
1 tbsp tomato puree
1 dried red chilli
1 chipotle chilli, or 1 tsp hot smoked paprika or chipotle paste
2 tbsp sour cream
0.5 lime, juice only
2 crusty buns
1 Little Gem lettuce, shredded
1 handful of coriander

1
Heat a little oil in a saucepan and brown the beef all over, seasoning with salt and pepper.
2
Add the beef stock, beer (if using), tomato puree and dried chilli and bring to a boil.
3
Simmer for a minute or two, then cover and cook for 1 1/22 hours over a low heat, stirring every now and then.
4
Once tender, rest for 10 minutes, then shred the meat with a pair of forks.
5
Cool.
6
Meanwhile, boil the kettle and pour over the chipotle chilli, if using.
7
Leave for 10 minutes, then chop finely.
8
Stir through the sour cream, along with the lime juice.
9
Pack the buns with the cooled beef and lather with the spicy sour cream.
10
Finish with shredded lettuce and coriander.
11
Serve.
12
You can also wrap the buns tightly in clingfilm and store in the fridge for up to a day.

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 splash olive oil, 300 g (10.6oz) beef shin or other slow-cooking cut, cut into chunks, 300 ml (10.6fl oz) cups beef stock, 1 splash of beer (optional), and more.

Yes, Slow-cooked beef buns with smoked chilli sour cream recipe 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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Slow-cooked beef buns with smoked chilli sour cream recipe

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