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This is my favorite carne asada recipe that I initially found at WholeFoodFor7 and adapted to make my own version.
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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
| 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 (I used Pace Picante mild) |
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
This is called “budget” carne asada because you typically use a more expensive cut of beef when making this.
The pot roast allows you to make enough for the family or a large crowd, and the leftovers are out-of-this-world amazing!
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.
Ingredients
Method
- Mix dried seasonings in a small bowl.
- Place meat in slow cooker. Rub all over with oil and seasonings on both sides; top with garlic and salsa.
- Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours. Shred into cooking liquid.
- Serve in tacos, burritos, quesadillas, bowls, nachos, or other Mexican dishes.
Notes
Leftovers freeze really well!
Total time: 7-8 hours.
