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Mexican Machaca Shredded Beef

Mexican Machaca Shredded Beef

By Traeger Kitchen

This easy and succulent shredded beef can be loaded into tacos, enchiladas, or to top off mile-high nachos. Toss with Traeger Chili BBQ Sauce for an added zest.

Prep Time

20 Min

Cook Time

4 Hrs

Pellets

Hickory
Yields: 4 Servings

Ingredients

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3 PoundBoneless Chuck Roast
1/4 CupWorcestershire sauce
As NeededTraeger Prime Rib Rub
1 Largeonion, diced
1 WholeRed Bell Pepper, Steamed, Seeded and Diced
1 WholePoblano Pepper, Steamed, Seeded and Diced
1 Wholejalapeño pepper, stemmed, seeded and diced
3 Clovegarlic, minced
1 CanRO*TEL Original Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies
1 1/2 Cupbeef broth
1 Wholefresh squeezed lime juice
1 Tablespoonchili powder
2 Teaspoonground cumin
1 1/2 TeaspoonMexican oregano
To Tastesalt and pepper
Units of Measurement:

Step

  • Step 1

    Place the chuck roast in a roasting pan (or sturdy disposable foil pan) and coat it on all sides with the Worcestershire sauce. Season it generously with Traeger Prime Rib Rub.

    Ingredients
    • 3 Pound Boneless Chuck Roast

    • 1/4 Cup Worcestershire sauce

    • As Needed Traeger Prime Rib Rub

  • Step 2

    When ready to cook, set temperature to 180℉ and preheat for 15 minutes. Remove the meat from the roasting pan and place it directly on the grill grate. Smoke for 1 hour. Set the roasting pan aside; you will need it later.

    01:00

    180 ˚F / 82 ˚C

  • Step 3

    Meanwhile, in a large saucepan or frying pan, saute the onions, bell pepper, poblano pepper, jalapeno, and garlic in the oil over medium heat until softened, about 5 minutes.

    Ingredients
    • 1 Large onion, diced

    • 1 Whole Red Bell Pepper, Steamed, Seeded and Diced

    • 1 Whole Poblano Pepper, Steamed, Seeded and Diced

    • 1 Whole jalapeño pepper, stemmed, seeded and diced

    • 3 Clove garlic, minced

  • Step 4

    Add the tomatoes, beef broth, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, oregano, and salt and pepper and bring to a boil over high heat.

    Ingredients
    • 1 Can RO*TEL Original Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies

    • 1 1/2 Cup beef broth

    • 1 Whole fresh squeezed lime juice

    • 1 Tablespoon chili powder

    • 2 Teaspoon ground cumin

    • 1 1/2 Teaspoon Mexican oregano

    • To Taste salt and pepper

  • Step 5

    Reduce heat, and simmer the tomato mixture for 20 minutes. Taste for seasoning, adding more chili powder, cumin, or salt and pepper as needed. Transfer the smoked chuck roast to the reserved roasting pan.

  • Step 6

    Increase the temperature of the Traeger to 300℉. Slice the roast into 4 or 5 chunks of roughly equal size. Carefully pour the hot tomato mixture over the meat and cover it tightly with a lid or heavy duty foil. Place the roasting pan on the grill grate. Roast the meat for 2-1/2 to 3 hours, turning the meat chunks over in the juices once or twice. (Use tongs to lift the lid or foil to avoid steam burns.) If the pan seems dry, add more beef broth. The meat is done when it is very tender and can be pulled apart easily.

    03:00

    300 ˚F / 149 ˚C

  • Step 7

    Let the meat cool slightly, then shred with a pair of forks. If not serving immediately, return to the tomato mixture, cool, cover, and refrigerate. (Machaca can be made up to 3 days ahead.)

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