Browned, cubed beef is simmered with diced tomatoes, cumin, and garlic, then shredded. This makes good filling for Tex-Mex style dishes, and freezes well.
Preparation Time
30 mins
Cooking Time
2 hr
Total Time
2 hr 30 mins
Calories
352 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Heat the oil in a large skillet. Brown beef cubes for 10 to 12 minutes. Reduce the heat, add the garlic, salt and cumin. Cook another 15 minutes.
Step 2
Add the can of tomatoes and heat to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer, cover and cook for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Add water to the skillet as needed to keep the mixture from boiling dry.
Step 3
When cooked very tender, cool, then shred the meat using 2 forks. Place back on heat and stir until most of the liquid has evaporated.
Step 4
If planning to freeze, cool before packing in freezer bags and placing in freezer.
Step 5
For soft burritos, top a warm flour tortilla with the meat mixture, salsa, and grated cheese.
Ingredients
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 pound lean beef chuck, trimmed and cut into 1 inch cubes
