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Beef Barbacoa Tacos

Chuck braised low with chilies, cumin, and lime until it shreds into deeply savory strands.

Total time240 min
Servings6
Rating4.9 *
LevelMedium
Beef Barbacoa Tacos
In the kitchen

Method

1

Sear the chuck on all sides, then nestle it into a pot with chilies, vinegar, cumin, garlic, and stock.

2

Cover and braise at 300 degrees F for about 3.5 hours until fork-tender.

3

Shred the beef and moisten with the strained cooking liquid.

4

Spoon into warm tortillas with onion, cilantro, and lime.

Cook's note: taste as you go and adjust salt and acid at the end. Times are a guide; trust your senses.
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