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Machaca

Dried beef, shredded and sautéed with tomatoes, onion and chilli. A speciality of northern Mexico, it is served in tacos, burritos or with eggs at breakfast.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Marinade

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Cut the meat into large pieces, then cook it in salted water for 1 hour, until very tender.
  2. Drain the meat, let it cool, then shred it finely with a fork.
  3. Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat and brown the shredded meat for 5 minutes.
  4. Add the sliced onion, pepper and chilli, and cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, minced garlic, cumin, chilli powder and oregano.
  6. Cook for 5 more minutes, stirring, until the mixture is dry and fragrant.
  7. If you like, add the beaten eggs and scramble them in the pan, then serve with tortillas.

Variations and tips

Quick version. Use minced beef instead of the braising cut for a version ready in 20 minutes.

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