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Shredded Beef Tacos with Avocado Crema and Pickled Onions
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Shredded Beef Tacos with Avocado Crema and Pickled Onions

2 h 30 minServes 6Nutri-Score C€€
from @anasofiafehn5 imports0 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

6 people
  • beef flank steakMeat1 kg
  • canned tomatoesPantry400 g
  • white onion (chopped)Produce1 piece
  • garlic (minced)Produce4 pieces
  • red wine vinegarPantry30 ml
  • cumin (ground)Spices5 g
  • oregano (dried)Spices3 g
  • ground clovesSpices1 g
  • paprikaSpices4 g
  • bay leavesSpices2 pieces
  • cinnamon stickSpices1 piece
  • saltSpices8 g
  • black pepper (ground)Spices3 g
  • beef brothPantry500 ml
  • avocados (ripe)Produce2 pieces
  • sour creamDairy120 g
  • garlic (minced)Produce1 piece
  • lime juice (freshly squeezed)Produce30 ml
  • cilantro (fresh)Produce20 g
  • jalapeño (seeded)Produce1 piece
  • saltSpices3 g
  • red onion (thinly sliced)Produce1 piece
  • white vinegarPantry240 ml
  • waterOther240 ml
  • sugarPantry30 g
  • saltSpices10 g
  • black peppercornsSpices5 g
  • garlic (smashed)Produce2 pieces
  • corn tortillasBakery12 pieces
  • cilantro (chopped)Produce20 g
  • onion (finely chopped)Produce1 piece
  • melting cheese (shredded)Dairy200 g

per serving

Nutrition

596kcal

Carbs
35 g
Proteins
41 g
Fat
33 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Dutch oven
  • Frying pan
  • Blender
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Tongs

step by step

Method

  1. Sear the beef

    • Season the flank steak generously with salt and black pepper.
    • Heat oil in a Dutch oven over high heat and sear the steak on both sides until browned.
    • Set the steak aside.
    Step 1

  2. Build the braising liquid

    • Lower the heat and cook the chopped onion and garlic until softened.
    • Add the cumin, oregano, ground cloves, paprika and red wine vinegar, stirring to coat.
    • Add the canned tomatoes, broth, bay leaves and cinnamon stick, then return the beef to the pot.
    Step 2

  3. Braise the beef

    • Cover and simmer gently until the beef is fork tender.
    • Shred the beef with two forks and return it to the sauce.
    Step 3

  4. Pickle the onions

    • Bring the white vinegar, water, sugar, salt and black peppercorns to a boil.
    • Pour the hot brine over the sliced red onion and smashed garlic in a bowl.
    • Let cool and refrigerate until needed.
    Step 4

  5. Make the avocado crema

    • Blend the avocados, sour cream, garlic, lime juice, cilantro, jalapeño and salt until smooth.
    • Adjust the seasoning to taste.
    Step 5

  6. Assemble the tacos

    • Warm the corn tortillas in a pan.
    • Fill with shredded beef, top with melting cheese, chopped cilantro, onion and pickled onions.
    • Drizzle with avocado crema and serve.
    Step 6
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