Get ready to transform your dinner routine with the most mouthwatering, fall-apart tender beef tacos you've ever tasted! These Salsa Verde Beef Tacos are not just a meal; they're a flavor explosion that will transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Mexican cuisine. With just a few simple ingredients and a slow cooker, you'll create a restaurant-worthy dish that will have your family and friends begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 6 hrs
Total Time: 6 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef brisket
- 1 jar salsa verde
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 12 corn tortillas
- Cilantro, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the beef brisket by patting it dry with paper towels and generously seasoning with salt, pepper, and cumin on all sides.
- Place the chopped onions at the bottom of a slow cooker to create a flavorful base for the meat.
- Carefully place the seasoned beef brisket on top of the onions in the slow cooker.
- Pour the entire jar of salsa verde over the beef, ensuring it's evenly coated and covers most of the meat.
- Cover the slow cooker and set to low heat, cooking for 6 hours until the beef is extremely tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Once cooking is complete, remove the beef from the slow cooker and use two forks to shred the meat completely.
- Return the shredded beef to the cooking liquid and mix well to absorb the flavors.
- Warm the corn tortillas on a skillet or directly over a gas flame until slightly charred and pliable.
- Fill each tortilla with the shredded salsa verde beef, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges on the side.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos just before eating to enhance the bright, tangy flavors.
Tips
- Choose the right cut: For maximum tenderness, select a well-marbled beef brisket that will break down beautifully during slow cooking.
- Season generously: Don't be shy with the cumin, salt, and pepper. These spices are key to building deep, rich flavor.
- Low and slow is the secret: Resist the temptation to rush the cooking process. Six hours of low, slow cooking ensures melt-in-your-mouth beef.
- Fresh is best: Use fresh cilantro and squeeze lime juice just before serving to brighten the entire dish.
- Tortilla tip: Warm tortillas on a direct flame or skillet for 10-15 seconds per side to enhance their flavor and make them more pliable.
- Make ahead friendly: These tacos actually taste even better the next day, so don't hesitate to prepare them in advance for meal prep.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 110mg
