Calling all food enthusiasts! Immerse yourself in the culinary journey of Mexican-style pot roast, a delectable dish that tantalizes taste buds with its unique blend of flavors. This savory masterpiece, also known as "Carne Asada a la Mexicana con Pasas y Almendras," is a symphony of tender beef, aromatic spices, dried fruit, and crunchy almonds. Imagine succulent pieces of pot roast braised to perfection in a rich, savory sauce infused with the vibrant flavors of Mexico. The addition of sweet raisins and nutty almonds adds a delightful textural contrast that elevates this dish beyond the ordinary. Our comprehensive guide provides two irresistible recipes that cater to various dietary preferences: a traditional beef version for meat lovers and a vegetarian alternative featuring hearty portobello mushrooms, ensuring everyone can savor the magic of this Mexican-inspired pot roast. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MEXICAN POT ROAST
Freezes well. The meat can be used in burritos, tacos, Mexican dishes, and soups.
Provided by shasty
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 8h25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season beef chuck roast with salt and pepper. Cook roast in hot oil until browned entirely, 2 to 3 minutes per side; transfer browned roast to a slow cooker.
- Sprinkle onion, chile pepper, hot sauce, taco seasoning, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder over the roast.
- Cook on Low until meat is fall-apart tender, 8 to 10 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.4 g, Cholesterol 70.2 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 21.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 771.9 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
POT ROAST
Provided by Alton Brown
Categories main-dish
Time 4h30m
Yield 3 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 190-200 degrees F. Place a wide, heavy skillet or fry pan over high heat for 2 minutes. Meanwhile, rub both sides of meat with the salt and cumin. When the pan is hot (really hot) brown meat on both sides and remove from pan. Add just enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom of the pan then add the onion and garlic. Stir constantly until onion is softened. Add the tomato juice, vinegar, olives, and raisins. Bring to a boil and reduce the liquid by half. Create a pouch with wide, heavy duty aluminum foil. Place half the reduced liquid/chunk mixture on the foil, add the roast, and then top with the remaining mixture. Close the pouch, and wrap tightly in another complete layer of foil. Cook for 3 to 3 1/2 hours or until a fork pushes easily into the meat. Remove from oven and rest (still wrapped) for at least 1/2 hour. Snip off 1 corner of the foil pouch and drain the liquid into a bowl or measuring cup. Add some of the "chunkies" and puree with an immersion blender. Slice meat thinly, or pull apart with a fork. Serve with sauce.
MEXICAN-STYLE POT ROAST WITH RAISINS AND ALMONDS
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories dinner, roasts, main course
Time 2h40m
Yield 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees and season the meat with salt and pepper. In a large, heavy pot or Dutch oven with a tight lid, heat the oil over high heat and brown the meat on all sides.
- Add the garlic, beer, broth, chilies, cinnamon sticks, oregano and bay leaves to the pot and bring to a boil. Cover the pot and transfer to the oven. Cook for 1 hour. Add the raisins and almonds and cook for another hour, or until the meat is very tender.
- Transfer the meat to a serving platter. Remove and discard the cinnamon sticks and bay leaves. Transfer the sauce to a blender and puree until smooth. (You may need to do this in two batches.)
- Return the sauce to the pot, season with chipotle and salt to taste and reheat if necessary. Pour sauce over meat and garnish with cilantro and toasted almonds. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 455, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 37 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 642 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams
MEXICAN POT ROAST
Provided by Food Network
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Trim the beef chuck and place in a container just large enough to hold it. Pour the Beer Marinade over and refrigerate several hours or overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Lift the meat from the marinade and pat dry. Reserve the marinade. Over a medium high heat, in a heavy Dutch oven, heat the lard. Brown the steak on both sides. Add the onions and cook for 3 minutes. Add the garlic, cook for 2 minutes and then add tomatoes, salt, pepper, bay leaves, beer, water, and the reserved marinade.
- Cover and bake about 45 minutes. Add the carrots and potatoes. Cover and cook an additional 45 minutes or until the meat is very tender.
- To prepare the marinade, whisk together the oil, beer, and lemon juice. Add the garlic, salt, pepper, bay leaves, mustard, basil, oregano, and thyme. Mix well.
SLOW-COOKER MEXICAN POT ROAST
This pot roast, richly flavored with Mexican spices, might be the perfect weeknight family meal. Simply toss everything into the slow cooker in the morning, and it'll be ready when you are in the evening.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 8h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Spray 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Arrange onion and potatoes in slow cooker. Place beef over vegetables. Sprinkle with taco seasoning mix, cumin, red pepper, salt and pepper. Pour tomatoes over beef and vegetables.
- Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 9 hours or until beef is tender. Serve beef and vegetables with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 650 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1 g
MEXICAN POT ROAST
Make and share this Mexican Pot Roast recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Sweet PQ
Categories Roast Beef
Time 3h15m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325*. In a large Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Brown the meat on all sides and remove.
- Add the onion to the pot and cook until light golden in colour.
- Add the garlic, green pepper, jalapeno, chili powder and cumin seed. Stir constantly and cook for one minute.
- Add the oregano, beef broth, beer, worcestershire sauce and tomato paste. Stir until combined.
- Return the beef back to the pan. Cover and bake @ 325* for three hours, turning the beef three times.
- When the beef is very tender, remove to a plate and tent with foil.
- Reduce the liquid on top of the stove by 1/3. Season with more chili powder, (to your taste) if desired.
- Stir in cilantro and lime juice.
- Carve the beef, placing on a shallow platter. Pour sauce over and serve.
Tips:
- Sear the meat before braising to develop flavor and color.
- Use a Dutch oven or heavy pot with a tight-fitting lid to ensure the meat cooks evenly and remains moist.
- Add enough liquid to cover the meat halfway, such as beef broth, water, or a combination of both.
- Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer the meat for several hours, or until it is fall-apart tender.
- Add vegetables and other ingredients, such as raisins, almonds, and spices, during the last hour of cooking.
- Serve the pot roast with rice, potatoes, or your favorite sides.
Conclusion:
Mexican-style pot roast with raisins and almonds is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of tender beef, sweet raisins, and crunchy almonds creates a flavorful and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. This recipe is also a great way to use up leftover beef, making it a budget-friendly option. With its simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, this pot roast is a great choice for home cooks of all levels.
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