Machaca Recipe

This incredible Machaca recipe, passed down from the best cook I know (my sister, Judy!), is a flavor explosion you won't forget. Tender shredded beef slow-cooked to perfection, then combined with vibrant peppers, zesty tomatoes, and fluffy scrambled eggs. This isn't your average breakfast; it's a culinary experience! Get ready for the most delicious Machaca you've ever tasted.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 510 mins
Calories 681.8 kcal
Protein 98g
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Ingredients for Machaca

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How to Make Machaca

  1. Season a 3-4 lb beef roast generously with salt and pepper. Place in a slow cooker.
  2. Cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.
  3. Remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred using two forks.
  4. In a large skillet, sauté 1 medium diced onion and 1 diced green bell pepper in 1 tablespoon of oil until lightly browned (about 5 minutes).
  5. Add 2 minced cloves of garlic and sauté for another minute.
  6. Add the shredded beef to the skillet and combine with the onion and garlic mixture.
  7. Stir in 4-6 canned green chilis (depending on your spice preference), diced, and 1 (28 ounce) can of diced tomatoes, undrained.
  8. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
  9. In a separate bowl, whisk 6 large eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  10. Pour the eggs into the skillet with the beef mixture. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the eggs are set and scrambled throughout.
  11. Stir in ½ cup El Pato tomato sauce (or to your desired consistency).
  12. Serve immediately in warm large flour tortillas. Add your favorite toppings like sour cream, avocado, cheese, and cilantro.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

97g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Machaca?

Machaca takes about 540 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 510 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Machaca?

Machaca has approximately 681.8 calories per serving, with about 98 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 76 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Machaca?

The key ingredients for Machaca are Chuck Roast, Onion, Green Bell Pepper, Garlic Cloves, Salt And Pepper, Green Chilies. See the full list with measurements above.

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