Best 3 Chipotle Beef Brisket Tacos Recipes

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**Tantalize your taste buds with the smoky, savory goodness of Chipotle Beef Brisket Tacos, a culinary symphony that combines the best of Mexican and American flavors.**

**Slow-cooked beef brisket**, infused with a blend of rich spices, tenderized to perfection, and smothered in a luscious, tangy chipotle sauce, takes center stage in these tacos. Perfectly balanced with a medley of fresh, vibrant toppings - crunchy cabbage, zesty pico de gallo, creamy avocado, and a sprinkle of tangy cotija cheese - these tacos are a delightful dance of flavors and textures.

**Accompanying this main event are three delectable dipping sauces:** a creamy tomatillo avocado sauce, a spicy and smoky chipotle crema, and a refreshing salsa roja. These sauces add depth and dimension to each bite, elevating the tacos to a gourmet experience.

**For those seeking a vegetarian alternative, the article also presents a tantalizing recipe for Chipotle Sweet Potato Tacos.** Crispy sweet potatoes, tossed in a zesty chipotle sauce, nestled in soft tortillas, and topped with the same array of fresh ingredients, create a satisfying and flavorful plant-based option.

**And for those who crave the ultimate taco experience, the article provides a comprehensive guide to making homemade corn tortillas.** With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, this guide empowers you to craft authentic, fluffy tortillas that will elevate your tacos to new heights of deliciousness.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

BEEF BRISKET TACOS



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Birthday parties back home were big gatherings of cousins, aunts, uncles, grandparents and anyone else we considered family. As soon as guests arrived, hot pans of shredded brisket, or carne deshebrada, appeared, along with frijoles, tostadas, salsas and huge bowls of salad. Brisket was the dish we always counted on because it could be made in the oven or a slow cooker. -Yvette Marquez, Littleton, Colorado Muy Bueno Recipes + Stories

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bottle (12 ounces) beer or nonalcoholic beer
1 cup brisket marinade sauce or liquid smoke plus 1 tablespoon salt
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 fresh beef brisket (3 to 4 pounds), fat trimmed
20 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed
Shredded cheddar cheese, lime wedges, media crema table cream, fresh cilantro leaves, thinly sliced green onions, jalapeno slices and salsa, optional

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first five ingredients. Add brisket; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate overnight., Transfer brisket and marinade to a 6-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low until tender, 8-10 hours. Remove meat; discard bay leaves. Reserve juices in slow cooker. When cool enough to handle, shred meat with two forks. Return to slow cooker., Using tongs, serve shredded brisket in tortillas. Add toppings as desired., Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture and juices in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally. ,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 947mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

BEEF BRISKET WITH CHIPOTLE TOMATILLO SAUCE



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Spicy Mexican-style beef brisket cooked in a pressure cooker. Delicious! Serve with warm corn tortillas, sliced avocado, cilantro, and black beans.

Provided by Claudia

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (11 ounce) cans whole tomatillos, drained
1 (7 ounce) can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup water
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon brown sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 (3 pound) beef brisket

Steps:

  • Place the tomatillos, chipotle peppers, tomato sauce, water, salt, and brown sugar in the work bowl of a food processor, and blend until smooth. Set the mixture aside.
  • Heat the olive oil in a pressure cooker with the lid off over medium heat, and cook and stir the onion and garlic until the onions are translucent, about 3 minutes. Drop the brisket into the pressure cooker, and sear it on both sides. Pour the tomatillo mixture over the brisket, bring to a boil, and place the lid on the cooker. When the pressure comes up, set the heat so the cooker develops medium pressure, and cook for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • Allow the cooker to release pressure on its own (without using the quick-release), and remove the brisket. Serve hot, with tomatillo sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 808.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12.9 g, Cholesterol 163.5 mg, Fat 65.4 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 39.6 g, SaturatedFat 24.6 g, Sodium 1592.7 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

CHIPOTLE SHREDDED BEEF



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This beef is delicious whether you serve it all rolled up in a tortilla, with corn salsa in a burrito, in a bun or over rice or mashed potatoes. So many options! -Darcy Williams, Omaha, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 teaspoon canola oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce plus 2 teaspoons sauce
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 boneless beef chuck roast (2-1/2 pounds)
5 cups cooked brown rice
Shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese and reduced-fat sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until tender. Stir in tomatoes, vinegar, peppers with sauce, garlic, brown sugar, bay leaves and spices. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 4-6 minutes or until thickened., Place roast in a 5-qt. slow cooker; add tomato mixture. Cook, covered, on low 8-10 hours or until meat is tender., Discard bay leaves. Remove roast; cool slightly. Skim fat from cooking juices. Shred beef with two forks. Return beef and cooking juices to slow cooker; heat through. Serve with rice. If desired, top with cheese and sour cream. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture and juices in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 194mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of beef brisket: Look for a brisket that is well-marbled with fat, as this will help to keep the meat moist and flavorful during cooking.
  • Use a good quality chipotle pepper: The chipotle pepper is the key ingredient in this recipe, so it's important to use a good quality one. Look for chipotle peppers that are dried and smoked, and have a rich, smoky flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with the spices: The spices in this recipe are just a suggestion, so feel free to adjust them to your own taste. You can add more or less chili powder, cumin, or oregano, or you can even add other spices like smoked paprika or cayenne pepper.
  • Cook the brisket low and slow: Brisket is a tough cut of meat, so it needs to be cooked low and slow in order to become tender. Cook the brisket for at least 8 hours, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 200 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Shred the brisket against the grain: Once the brisket is cooked, shred it against the grain. This will help to make the meat more tender and easier to eat.

Conclusion:

This chipotle beef brisket tacos recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy this classic Mexican dish. The brisket is cooked low and slow until it is fall-apart tender, and then shredded and tossed with a smoky chipotle sauce. The tacos are then topped with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, and sour cream. Whether you're serving them for a party or just a casual weeknight meal, these chipotle beef brisket tacos are sure to be a hit.

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