Description
Indulge in these mouthwatering Braised Beef Brisket Tacos, featuring tender, flavorful brisket slow-cooked to perfection and served in warm tortillas with fresh toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, queso fresco, and avocado. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 pounds beef brisket
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 12 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup crumbled queso fresco or shredded cheese
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Pat the brisket dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté diced onion for about 5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Pour in beef broth, scraping the bottom of the pot. Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Return the brisket to the pot, ensuring its submerged in the liquid. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and transfer to a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C). Braise for 3-4 hours until fork-tender. Let rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
- Shred the brisket into bite-sized pieces using two forks. Return to the pot with the braising liquid and stir to combine.
- Warm tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side. Stack and cover with a towel to keep warm.
- Fill each tortilla with shredded brisket, then top with lettuce, diced tomatoes, queso fresco, avocado, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Feel free to customize your tacos with additional toppings like sour cream, jalapeños, or hot sauce for an extra kick!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes