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Machaca

Machaca is a traditional Mexican dish made from dried, shredded beef. The beef is typically seasoned, slow-cooked, and then shredded into small pieces. It is commonly used as a filling for tacos, burritos, or even enjoyed on its own. Machaca can be seasoned with various spices and cooked with onions, peppers, and tomatoes for added flavor.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Course Lunch, Sandwich
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 616 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Season the beef with salt, pepper, and half of the chili powder, cumin, and paprika.
  • Add the beef to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
  • Remove the beef from the skillet and set it aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the diced onion, minced garlic, and sliced bell pepper. Sauté until they are softened, for about 5 minutes.
  • Add the diced tomatoes and the remaining half of the chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Stir well to combine.
  • Return the beef to the skillet and mix it with the tomato mixture.
  • Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 2-3 hours until the beef is tender.
  • Once the beef is tender, remove it from the skillet and shred it into small pieces using two forks.
  • Return the shredded beef to the skillet and mix it with the remaining sauce. Cook for an additional 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  • Your delicious Machaca is ready to be enjoyed! Serve it as a filling for tacos, burritos, or simply on its own.
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Nutrition

Calories: 616kcal (31%)Carbohydrates: 9g (3%)Protein: 41g (82%)Fat: 46g (71%)Saturated Fat: 18g (113%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gTrans Fat: 3gCholesterol: 161mg (54%)Sodium: 191mg (8%)Potassium: 918mg (26%)Fiber: 3g (13%)Sugar: 4g (4%)Vitamin A: 2082IU (42%)Vitamin C: 51mg (62%)Calcium: 69mg (7%)Iron: 5mg (28%)
Disclaimer

Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.

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