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Beef Carnitas is a flavorful Mexican dish made by slow-cooking beef until tender, then shredding it and crisping it in a skillet for a crispy, caramelized finish. Perfect for tacos, burritos, or bowls.

Beef Carnitas

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Cook Time 8

Total Time 8

Servings

Calories 470 kcal

Ingredients

3 lbs about 1.36 kg beef chuck roast, cut into large chunks
2 tsp 10 ml sea salt, or to taste
1 cup 240 ml beef tallow

Instructions

Preparation: Season the beef chunks generously with sea salt.
Cooking in Tallow: Place the seasoned beef chunks in the slow cooker. Add the beef tallow, ensuring the meat is wellcoated.
Slow Cooking: Cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the beef is tender and can be easily shredded with a fork.
Shredding and Serving: Remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks. If desired, you can crisp up the shredded beef in a hot skillet for a few minutes before serving to add texture.