Braised Beef Tacos Recipe

Slow Cooker Cilantro Steak Tacos

Recipe Details

• Level: Easy
• Yield: 4 servings
• Total Time: 7 hr 15 min
• Prep: 15 min
• Cook: 7 hr

Nutritional Analysis Per Serving

Serving Size: 1 of 4 servings

• Calories: 787
• Total Fat: 45 g
• Saturated Fat: 18 g
• Carbohydrates: 38 g
• Dietary Fiber: 9 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Protein: 58 g
• Cholesterol: 201 mg
• Sodium: 1689 mg

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 2 pounds top round steak
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 1 bunch fresh cilantro, stems and leaves separated
• 2 tablespoons chopped garlic
• 1 tablespoon chile powder
• 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (14 1/2-ounce) can beef broth
• 2 scallions, sliced thin
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 8 corn tortillas
• 1 1/2 cups sour cream

Instructions

1. In a large skillet over high heat, add the oil. Season the steak with salt and pepper. When the oil is hot, place the steaks in the pan and sear until browned on both sides, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
2. In the liner of a slow cooker, add the onion and cilantro stems. Place the steak on top and sprinkle with garlic and chile powder. Pour in the tomatoes with their juice (reserve 1/2 cup of the tomatoes for the salsa), broth, and 2 cups water. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or until the steak is tender and can be easily shredded. Remove the meat and shred with two forks. (Strain and save the cooking liquid for Round 2 Recipe Crispy Steak Sandwiches.)
3. While the meat is cooking, mix the reserved 1/2 cup tomatoes with the scallions, lime juice, salt and pepper to taste, and 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves. Cover and chill until ready to use.
4. Wrap the tortillas in a damp towel and microwave on high for about 30 seconds, or until warmed through. Place 1/4 cup of the meat onto each tortilla (reserve 1 1/2 cups beef for Round 2 Recipe Crispy Steak Sandwiches). Top with some salsa, cilantro leaves, and 1 tablespoon sour cream. (Reserve remaining 1 cup sour cream for Round 2 Recipe Creamy Mexican Dip with Spiced Chips.) Roll up and serve.