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Effortless Crock Pot Street Tacos

A delightful way to enjoy authentic flavors of Mexico with a simple slow cooking method.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs tender beef Chuck roast works great.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder For added kick, consider jalapeños.
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 8 pieces fresh corn or flour tortillas Warm before serving.
Taco Toppings
  • Favorite taco toppings (like diced avocado, shredded cheese, cilantro, and lime wedges) Encourage customization.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In your slow cooker, add chopped onion and diced tomatoes to form a flavorful base.
  2. Sprinkle in the spices: chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
  3. Layer the beef on top of the mixture, ensuring it’s well-coated with the spices.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the meat is fork-tender.
  5. Once done, shred the beef with two forks and mix it back into the juices.
Serving
  1. Use fresh tortillas to assemble your tacos, topped with your favorite fixings.

Notes

Quality matters: Buy good cuts of beef. For extra flavor, add jalapeños. Don't skip the toppings for enhanced flavor.