Spicy Pepper Steak Tacos Recipe

Name: Spicy Pepper Steak Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds Beef Chuck Roast; Salt And Pepper; 2 Tablespoons Chili Powder; 1 Tablespoon Ground Cumin; 1 whole Onion, Sliced; 1/2 Red Bell Pepper, Thinly Sliced; 1/2 Green Bell Pepper, Thinly Sliced; 3 cloves Fresh Garlic, Minced; 1 Tablespoon Tomato Bouillon; 2 teaspoons Dried Oregano; 2 teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes; 12 Small Flour Tortillas; Sour Cream, To Serve; Shredded Cheddar Or Monterey Jack Cheese, To Serve

Servings: persons

3 pounds Beef Chuck Roast
Salt And Pepper
2 Tablespoons Chili Powder
1 Tablespoon Ground Cumin
1 whole Onion, Sliced
1/2 Red Bell Pepper, Thinly Sliced
1/2 Green Bell Pepper, Thinly Sliced
3 cloves Fresh Garlic, Minced
1 Tablespoon Tomato Bouillon
2 teaspoons Dried Oregano
2 teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes
12 Small Flour Tortillas
Sour Cream, To Serve
Shredded Cheddar Or Monterey Jack Cheese, To Serve

1
Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Place roast in a Dutch oven or covered roasting pan (see note below).
2
Generously coat all sides with salt and pepper, chili powder, and cumin.
3
Add onions, bell peppers, garlic, tomato bouillon, oregano, and red pepper flakes to the pot.
4
Add 1/2 to 1 inch of water to the pot.
5
Cover, move to the oven, and cook 3-4 hours, until falling apart.
6
Halfway through cooking time, taste the sauce and add more chili or red pepper if you want to crank up the heat.
7
At the end of cooking time, remove roast from oven and pull into shreds with 2 forks.
8
Spoon onto tortillas and top with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of cheese.
9
Enjoy!
10
Note: Optionally, you can dump everything in a slow-cooker and cook on medium for 6-8 hours.

1549

kcal

Calories

Fat

145

Carbs

108

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pounds Beef Chuck Roast, Salt And Pepper, 2 Tablespoons Chili Powder, 1 Tablespoon Ground Cumin, and more.

Yes, Spicy Pepper Steak Tacos falls under the Soups & Stews 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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Spicy Pepper Steak Tacos

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Variations & substitutions

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