Southwest Beef Shanks & Black Beans

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 5
Southwest Beef Shanks & Black Beans great for lunch or dinner
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

4-5 hours

Ready In

5-6 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb black beans , sorted and washed
2 yellow onions , coursely chopped
1 can chopped tomatoes with juice
1 can diced green anaheim chilies
6 garlic cloves , minced
2 cups beef broth ( homade is best )
1 tablespoon cumin , freshly ground
1 teaspoon Mexican oregano ( not as sweet as Mediterranean )
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 smoked chipotle chile in adobo , finely minced
3 -4 lbs beef shanks , trimmed of fat
1/4 cup masa harina ( if you ca n't find Masa Harina but do look for the Masa harina it 's worth the effort . ) or 1/4 cup yellow cornmeal ( if you ca n't find Masa Harina but do look for the Masa harina it 's worth the effort . )
4 key limes , juice of
4 key limes , zest of
1 can hominy , drained and rinsed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
480
Sugar
3g
Fat
16g
Southwest Beef Shanks & Black Beans is a flavorful and hearty meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner. This dish combines tender beef shanks with black beans, onions, and spices, making it a tasty and nutritious meal option. The dish also includes hominy, which adds a unique and delicious flavor. While this recipe does require some time and effort to prepare, it is well worth it for the delicious and filling end result. In fact, leftovers can be reheated and enjoyed for several days, making it a great meal prep option for busy weekdays.

Instructions

1.Rinse and sort black beans and place in a large pot. Cover with water and let soak overnight. Drain beans and rinse with clear water.
2.In a large skillet, brown shanks on both sides in a small amount of olive oil. Remove from pan and put into slow cooker.
3.In the same skillet, add onions and garlic, and saute until onions are translucent. Add cumin, Mexican oregano, chopped tomatoes with juice, green anaheim chilies, beef broth and chipotle chile and bring to a boil.
4.Remove from heat and pour over beef shanks in slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours, or until shanks are tender.
5.Once shanks are tender, remove from slow cooker and pull the meat off of the bone. Combine with the bean mixture.
6.In a small bowl, mix masa harina with some of the cooking broth until it becomes a smooth paste. Add to the mixture and cook for another 30 minutes.
7.Once finished, stir in lime juice, lime zest, and hominy before serving.
8.

PROS

This dish is packed with protein and fiber.

It is also a hearty and filling meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner.

CONS

This recipe does take some time and effort to prepare, not to mention the time required for soaking the beans overnight.

It is not a quick and easy meal option.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Black beans are a great source of protein and fiber, which can help regulate digestion and promote feelings of fullness.
They are also rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, which can help support overall health.

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