BEEF CARNITAS

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In Mexico this flavorful meat is marinaded and then slowley grilled. This recipe can be prepared on the stove top, crockpot or a pressure cooker. Adjust cooking times to method of preparation.

Provided by Galley Wench

Categories     Mexican

Time 6h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs lean beef, cut into 1-inch pieces (sirlion or skirt steak)
1 cup chopped onion
3 garlic cloves
1 chopped poblano pepper
2 chopped chipotle chiles, with
1 tablespoon adobo sauce
1 cup beef broth
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cumin
1 chopped tomato
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup guacamole
1 cup shredded cheese

Steps:

  • Spray pan with non-stick cooking oil.
  • Add meat, onions and garlic and saute until brown.
  • Stir in broth, chilis, adobo sauce and spices.
  • Cook until meat is very tender (time varys depending on cooking method).
  • Remove from broth and finely chop.
  • Serve rolled with soft flour tortilla and serve with garnishes.
  • Note: The left over crockprot broth can be used in the preparation of spanish rice -- beware it will kick it up a couple notches!

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