Spicy Slow-Cooked Beef Brisket Tacos
Experience the mouthwatering flavors of this Spicy Slow-Cooked Beef Brisket, infused with a rich blend of spices and smoky chiles. Perfectly tender and moist, this brisket is slow-cooked to perfection, making it a fantastic filling for tacos, burritos, or served over rice. The harmonious combination of chipotle, cumin, and lime juice creates a bold sauce that elevates this dish to a new level. Ideal for gatherings or meal prep, the brisket can be used in various dishes, allowing you to enjoy the delicious flavors all week long!
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Servings
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Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
Dried pasilla chilies
2 (stemmed and seeded, soaked in boiling water)
Dried guajillo chilies
2 (stemmed and seeded, soaked in boiling water)
Red onion
1 large (roughly chopped)
Beef brisket or chuck roast
4 lbs (whole)
Sea salt
1/2 teaspoon (or as needed)
Black pepper
1/2 teaspoon (or as needed)
Olive oil
4 tablespoons (for searing)
Garlic cloves
6 (pressed)
Chipotle chiles in adobo
2 tablespoons (pureed)
Lime juice
1/4 cup (freshly squeezed)
Chipotle chili powder
1 tablespoon (for seasoning)
Ground cumin
1 tablespoon (for seasoning)
Oregano
1 tablespoon (for seasoning)
Brown sugar
1 tablespoon (for sweetness)
Low sodium beef broth
1.5 cups (divided)
Instructions
1
Begin by soaking the dried pasilla and guajillo chilies in boiling water for 30 minutes. While they are soaking, layer the chopped red onion at the bottom of your slow cooker.
2
In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, add the olive oil. Generously season the brisket with sea salt and black pepper on all sides. When the oil is hot, carefully sear the brisket for about 1.5 minutes on each side until browned. Once seared, transfer the brisket to the slow cooker on top of the onions.
3
In a blender, combine the soaked chilies, pressed garlic, chipotle purée, lime juice, chipotle chili pepper, ground cumin, oregano, and brown sugar. Blend for 30 seconds, then slowly add ½ cup of beef broth while blending until smooth. If needed, scrape down the sides of the jar to ensure even blending.
4
Pour the sauce evenly over the brisket, ensuring it is well-coated. Pour the remaining beef broth around the brisket. Secure the lid on the slow cooker.
5
Set your slow cooker on High for 6 hours or Low for 9 hours. Once the cooking time has elapsed, let the brisket rest before slicing or shredding. Serve warm, either as tacos with tortillas, alongside rice, or as a topping for your favorite dish. Enjoy your delicious creation!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main protein used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 4 lbs of beef brisket or chuck roast.
How long should I soak the dried chilies?
The dried pasilla and guajillo chilies should be soaked in boiling water for 30 minutes.
What types of dried chilies are needed?
You will need 2 dried pasilla chilies and 2 dried guajillo chilies, stemmed and seeded.
How should I prepare the red onion?
One large red onion should be roughly chopped and layered at the bottom of the slow cooker.
How long do I sear the brisket?
Sear the brisket for about 1.5 minutes on each side until browned in a large saucepan.
What seasoning is used for the initial sear?
The beef is seasoned with sea salt and black pepper before searing.
What kind of oil should I use for searing?
The recipe recommends using 4 tablespoons of olive oil for searing.
How many garlic cloves are in this recipe?
This dish uses 6 pressed garlic cloves.
What provides the smoky heat in the sauce?
The smokiness comes from 2 tablespoons of pureed chipotle chiles in adobo and chipotle chili powder.
How much lime juice is required?
You will need 1/4 cup of freshly squeezed lime juice.
What are the primary spices in the sauce?
The main spices are 1 tablespoon each of chipotle chili powder, ground cumin, and oregano.
Is there any sweetener in the recipe?
Yes, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar is added for sweetness.
How much beef broth is needed total?
The recipe uses 1.5 cups of low sodium beef broth, divided between the blender and the slow cooker.
How long do I cook the brisket on the High setting?
On the High setting, the brisket should cook for 6 hours.
How long do I cook the brisket on the Low setting?
On the Low setting, the brisket should cook for 9 hours.
Should I shred or slice the beef?
The beef can be either sliced or shredded after it has finished cooking and resting.
What is the first step in the cooking process?
Begin by soaking the dried chilies and layering chopped red onion in the slow cooker.
Can I use chuck roast instead of brisket?
Yes, the recipe specifies that either beef brisket or chuck roast works perfectly.
How is the sauce prepared?
Blend soaked chilies, garlic, chipotle, lime juice, spices, and sugar, then gradually add 1/2 cup of broth.
Is it necessary to rest the meat?
Yes, letting the brisket rest after cooking ensures it stays tender before slicing or shredding.
What are some ways to serve the finished brisket?
It can be served as tacos with tortillas, alongside rice, or as a topping for other dishes.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 15 ingredients in total for this spicy beef brisket.
Is this recipe suitable for meal prep?
Yes, it is ideal for meal prep as the brisket can be used in various dishes throughout the week.
What kind of salt is recommended?
The recipe specifically mentions sea salt.
Where do I pour the remaining beef broth?
Pour the remaining beef broth around the brisket in the slow cooker after the sauce has been applied.
Do I need to scrape the blender jar?
Yes, if needed, scrape down the sides of the jar to ensure even blending of the sauce.
What should I do with the chilies before soaking?
They should be stemmed and seeded before being placed in boiling water.
How is the sauce applied to the meat?
The sauce should be poured evenly over the brisket to ensure it is well-coated.
What tags define this recipe?
Tags include slow-cooker, beef brisket, tacos, spicy, Mexican, comfort food, and meal prep.
Is this recipe considered spicy?
Yes, given the use of pasilla, guajillo, chipotle chiles, and chipotle powder, it is a spicy dish.