Best 3 Beef Tinga Recipes

Beef tinga is a traditional dish from Mexico that consists of shredded beef that has been slow-cooked in a flavorful tomato-based sauce. The dish is often served on tacos, burritos, or tostadas, and can also be used as a filling for enchiladas or tamales. The tomato sauce for beef tinga is typically made with fresh tomatoes, onions, garlic, and a variety of spices, and the beef is usually shredded before it is cooked. Frequently, the meat is marinated in a mixture of spices before cooking to enhance the flavor of the dish.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW COOKER BEEF TINGA

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I love this spin-off on Mexican chili. Serve with warm flour tortillas, or eat in a bowl like chili, topped with fresh slices of jalapenos. Or spoon it over a warm corn tostada and garnish like a taco.

Provided by BMannnn

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican

Time 5h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 ½ pounds beef chuck, cut into 2-inch cubes
1 large onion, diced
5 cloves garlic, pressed
½ pound chorizo sausage
1 (14 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, rinsed
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
14 fluid ounces water
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
6 chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, finely chopped
3 cups tomato juice, or as needed
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef chuck until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until softened and fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer mixture to a slow cooker.
Cook and stir chorizo in the same skillet until browned and crumbly, about 5 minutes. Transfer to the slow cooker. Add kidney beans and diced tomatoes to the slow cooker; fill an empty can with water and pour in over the beans. Stir in tomato paste and chipotle chile peppers. Pour in enough tomato juice to fill the slow cooker.
Cook on Low until beef is very tender and sauce is thick, 5 to 7 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20.6 g, Cholesterol 89.5 mg, Fat 30.4 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 28.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 1092.9 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

BEEF TINGA

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Shredded beef tinga in a spicy chipotle sauce. Slice up lettuce, tomato, onion, jalapenos, and avocados for topping. Prepare tostadas with beef, toppings, sour cream, and queso fresco (fresh Mexican cheese).

Provided by mytable_yourtummy

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican

Time 3h20m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

5 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into large chunks
1 onion, quartered
water to cover
3 tablespoons salt
4 tomatoes
1 (12 fluid ounce) can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, sliced
3 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules

Steps:

Place beef and quartered onion in a large pot; pour in enough water to cover. Bring to a boil. Stir in salt. Cook for about 2 1/2 hours.
Add tomatoes to the boiling beef; cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
Transfer tomatoes to a blender using a slotted spoon. Add chipotle peppers and 1 1/2 cups cooking liquid from the pot. Blend well and set aside.
Remove beef chunks from the pot, reserving remaining cooking liquid. Shred beef with 2 forks; discard any excess fat.
Heat olive oil over medium heat in a medium pot. Saute sliced onion until softened, about 5 minutes. Add shredded beef and saute for about 5 minutes. Pour in blended chipotle sauce. Add more of the reserved cooking liquid, if needed, to reach the desired consistency. Bring to a boil. Stir in chicken bouillon and simmer for about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.5 calories, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Cholesterol 51.7 mg, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 1326.2 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

BEEF TINGA

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Categories Beef

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients

2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
Salt and pepper
Flour, for dredging
3 tablespoons corn oil
1 pound Mexican chorizo (fresh), about 1 pound, casings removed
1 large onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1/2 tablespoon cumin, half a palmful
1/2 tablespoon Mexican oregano, half a palmful
1/2 tablespoon ground coriander, half a palmful
1 can beef consommé or 1 1/2 cups beef stock
1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes or fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 to 2 tablespoons puréed chipotle in adobo for a medium to extra-spicy heat level
1 tablespoon honey
For serving:
Flour tortillas, warmed
Wedges of lime
Queso fresco, crumbled
Sliced fresh or pickled jalapeno peppers
Thinly sliced red onions

Steps:

Preparation Preheat oven to 325°F. Pat meat dry and season with salt and pepper. Dredge pieces in flour. Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat with the oil. Add meat and brown in batches until very brown; remove to a plate, add chorizo and brown. Add onions, garlic, cumin, oregano, coriander and let onions soften a few minutes. Add in stock, tomatoes, chipotle purée, honey and reserved meat to the pot. Bring to a boil and transfer to oven. Cook 1 1/2 hours, until very tender. Serve in shallow bowls with tortillas, lime wedges, queso fresco, jalapeños and onions alongside.

Tips:

Choose the right cut of beef: Flank steak, skirt steak, or chuck roast are good options for beef tinga.
Marinate the beef: Marinating the beef in a flavorful mixture of spices, herbs, and citrus juices helps to tenderize the meat and infuse it with flavor.
Cook the beef slowly: Beef tinga is traditionally cooked over low heat for a long period of time, allowing the meat to become fall-apart tender.
Shred the beef: Once the beef is cooked, it is typically shredded using two forks or a meat shredder.
Make the sauce: The sauce for beef tinga is typically made with a combination of tomatoes, onions, garlic, and spices. Some recipes also include chipotle peppers or adobo sauce for a smoky flavor.
Serve with your favorite sides: Beef tinga can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, beans, tortillas, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Beef tinga is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. With its tender beef, flavorful sauce, and endless possibilities for sides, beef tinga is a great option for any occasion. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe to try, give beef tinga a try!