Copycat Qdoba Shredded Beef

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 20
Copycat Qdoba Shredded Beef recipe that's easy to make
in Beef

Prep

15 min

Cook

3 hours

Ready In

3 hours 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs boneless beef chuck ( trimmed of fat and cut into 4 pieces )
1/2 medium onion , chopped
2 tablespoons cilantro leaves ( dried )
2 tablespoons oregano leaves ( dried )
2 garlic cloves ( halved )
1 beef bouillon cube ( optional )
2 cups water
2 garlic cloves , chopped
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 cup beef broth ( from Part 1 )
3 tablespoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 can tomato sauce
3 dashes pepper sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
395
Sugar
7g
Fat
26g
Copycat Qdoba Shredded Beef is a popular dish at Qdoba Mexican Eats restaurants. This recipe allows you to make this flavorful beef at home with just a few simple ingredients. The beef chuck is cooked low and slow, resulting in a tender and juicy texture. This recipe can be customized to your taste preferences and is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend meal with family and friends.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.In a dutch oven or large oven-safe pot, heat canola oil over medium-high heat. Add in onion and chopped garlic and saute until fragrant.
3.Add in beef broth, water, dried cilantro, dried oregano, beef bouillon cube, ground cumin, light brown sugar, tomato sauce, salt, pepper sauce, and pepper.
4.Mix well and bring to a simmer.
5.Once simmering, add in the beef chuck pieces and cover the pot.
6.Place the pot in the oven and cook for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender and shreds easily.
7.Remove the pot from the oven and let the beef cool slightly.
8.Using tongs or a fork, shred the beef into small pieces.
9.Serve the beef with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, cheese, or avocado.

PROS

This Copycat Qdoba Shredded Beef is a tasty and affordable way to enjoy flavorful beef at home.

It’s easy to make and can be customized to your taste preferences with your favorite toppings.

CONS

While this recipe is fairly easy to make, it does require a significant amount of cooking time.

Additionally, the beef bouillon cube is optional but adds sodium to the dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While beef can be high in saturated fat and cholesterol, it is also a great source of protein and essential vitamins and minerals.
Additionally, the ground cumin in this recipe has been linked to potential health benefits, such as improving digestion and reducing inflammation.

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