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This is my favorite carne asada recipe that I initially found at WholeFoodFor7 and adapted to make my own version.

Servings: 6-8 depending on how many pounds you get (recipe calls for 2-3 lbs). But if you’re feeding littles like I am, then you get even more servings!

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Ingredients

Instructions

• In a small bowl, mix all the dried seasonings.
• Put the meat in the slow cooker. Rub all over with oil, then rub seasonings all over on both sides. Top with minced garlic and salsa.
• Close the lid and cook on low for 7-8 hours. Shred into the liquid.
• Serve with your favorite Mexican dishes! Tacos, burritos, quesadillas, as a bowl, over nachos, etc. The options are endless.
• Leftovers freeze really well!

Why Budget Carne Asada

The pot roast allows you to make enough for the family or a large crowd, and the leftovers are out-of-this-world amazing!

Jessica Miles

Slow Cooker Carne Asada

A budget-friendly slow cooker carne asada made with chuck roast, seasoned with a spice blend, and cooked with salsa until shreddable.

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Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2-3 lbs beef chuck roast
• 1 tbsp salt
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 cup salsa mild, such as Pace Picante

Method

 

1. In a small bowl, mix all the dried seasonings.
2. Put the meat in the slow cooker. Rub all over with oil, then rub seasonings all over on both sides. Top with minced garlic and salsa.
3. Close the lid and cook on low for 7-8 hours. Shred into the liquid.
4. Serve with your favorite Mexican dishes like tacos, burritos, quesadillas, bowls, or nachos.

Notes

Leftovers freeze really well!

Total time: 7-8 hours.