We all need a simple Shredded Beef recipe, and here I will show you how I make mine. This recipe is super simple but delicious.
This recipe here is probably one of the first I’ve made that my husband said, “Wow, that was really good.” Whenever I make it, and as I’m shredding it, he’s always reaching into the bowl. Grabbing it by the hand full, I ask him if he wants me to put some in a bowl and eat it with a tortilla.
Honestly this is no fail recipe, one to keep in your books.
What can you do with it?
You can use this recipe to make just about anything
- Tacos
- Burritos
- Quesadillas
- Tamales
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Let’s start making Shredded Beef
- Cut beef chuck into long strips; this helps it cook faster.
- In a 5-7 quart pot, add water, beef chuck, peppercorn, dried bay leaves, cumin seeds, and kosher salt.
- Bring water to a boil; once it boils, bring it down to a simmer.
- Simmer for 40-50 minutes, until beef is fully cooked and shreds easily.
Slow cooker method
- In a slow cooker, add water, beef chuck, peppercorn, dried bay leaves, cumin seeds, and salt.
- Cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours; until beef shreds easily.
Tips
- Beef can be stored in an airtight container and placed in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days.
How to make Shredded Beef
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 0 cups 1x
Description
This recipe is simple and basic but full of flavor; you would want to eat it by itself. It can be used to make any recipe that requires shredded beef.
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef chuck
- 1 teaspoon peppercorn
- 2 dried bay leaves
- 2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 2 teaspoon kosher salt (or regular table salt )
- 2 quarts water (Or enough water to cover about an inch above the meat.)
Instructions
- Cut beef chuck into long strips, this helps it cook faster.
- In a 5-7 quart pot, add water, beef chuck, peppercorn, dried bay leaves, cumin seeds, and kosher salt.
- Bring water to a boil; once it boils bring it down to a simmer.
- Simmer for 40-50 minutes, until beef is fully cooked and shreds easily.
Slow cooker method
- In a slow cooker, add water, beef chuck, peppercorn, dried bay leaves, cumin seeds, and salt.
- Cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours; until beef shreds easily.
Notes
- Beef can be stored in an airtight container and placed in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American, Mexican
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