Best 7 Slow Cooked Mexican Style Shredded Flank Steak Recipes

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Slow-cooked Mexican-style shredded flank steak is a flavorful and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in tacos, burritos, enchiladas, or as a standalone main course. The key to this dish is to use a good quality flank steak and to cook it slowly over low heat, allowing the meat to become tender and infused with the delicious flavors of the Mexican spices. This article will provide you with a step-by-step guide to making slow-cooked Mexican-style shredded flank steak, including the best cuts of meat to use, the spices and seasonings you'll need, and tips for achieving the perfect texture and flavor.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW COOKER STEAK FAJITAS



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These slow cooker fajitas will melt in your mouth, the steak always comes out soft and tasty! Serve with sour cream, guacamole, and/or salsa. Sour cream helps if the spice is too strong.

Provided by Miguel Ruiz

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 8h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (1 1/2-pound) beef flank steak
1 (8 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1 onion, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced into strips
1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
¼ teaspoon salt
6 large flour tortillas, or as needed
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Cut flank steak into 6 equal portions and place in a slow cooker. Add tomatoes, onion, bell peppers, jalapeno pepper, garlic, chili powder, cumin, coriander, and salt.
  • Cook on Low for 8 to 10 hours, or on High for 4 to 6 hours, until steak is fall-apart-tender.
  • Remove steak and shred. Return to slow cooker.
  • Serve hot with tortillas and shredded cheese, allowing everyone to make their own fajita.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 598.1 calories, Carbohydrate 68.9 g, Cholesterol 51.8 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 1050.1 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

CROCK POT OR SLOW COOKED FLANK STEAK



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Long, slow cooking makes this a melt-in-your-mouth treat.

Provided by Marianne Gillette

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 8h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 pounds flank steak
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 large carrot, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
¼ teaspoon ground dried thyme
1 bay leaf
½ cup water

Steps:

  • Season the flank steak with salt and pepper and place into a slow cooker. Add the carrot and onion; season with thyme and bay. Pour in the water.
  • Cook on High for 4 hours; turn the steak over and press down into the liquid. Continue cooking until a fork easily passes through the meat, about 4 hours more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.3 calories, Carbohydrate 2.7 g, Cholesterol 69.8 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 36.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 99.4 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

SLOW COOKED MEXICAN STYLE SHREDDED FLANK STEAK



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I use this delicious tender flank steak for stuffing enchiladas. The taste of the seasoning is quite spicy but oh so good. Nothing is wasted in this dish, the liquid from the stock goes into the oven as sauce for the baked enchiladas. All credit for the seasoning goes to Potsie's recipe for Mucho Gusto Taco Seasoning #199955

Provided by SueVM

Categories     Meat

Time 9h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 lbs flank steaks, thinly sliced and all fat removed
1 green bell pepper, de-seeded, cut into long strips
1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 onion, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 1/2-2 cups water (or stock, just enough to cover meat)

Steps:

  • Layer the sliced flank steak in a slow cooker, chop the onion and add to the cooker.
  • Next add your seasonings and cover with the water or stock. Cook on low for 9hrs.
  • 2hrs before the meat is cooked, in a skillet add the tablespoon of oil and gently fry the green pepper strips.
  • When partially cooked add the strips to the slow cooker.
  • Take 2 forks and shred meat in the cooker, reserving the stock to use as a sauce for baked enchiladas, taco's, burritos, etc.

SLOW-COOKED FLANK STEAK



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My slow cooker gets lots of use, especially during the hectic summer months. I can fix this flank steak in the morning and forget about it until dinner. Serve with noodles and a tossed salad. -Michelle Armistead, Keyport, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 beef flank steak (1-1/2 pounds)
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 large onion, sliced
1/3 cup water
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
2 tablespoons vinegar
1-1/4 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a skillet, brown steak in oil; transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. In the same skillet, saute onion for 1 minute. Gradually add water, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Add remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Pour over the flank steak. Cover and cook on low until the meat is tender, 4-5 hours. Slice the meat; serve with onion and pan juices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 327mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BROILED FLANK STEAK (NO MARINADE) MEXICAN STYLE



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Served with a chilled garlic/sour cream sauce. Easy to make when you don't have time to marinate and want a tasty flank steak.

Provided by Oolala

Categories     Steak

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon celery salt
2 tablespoons chili sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, crushed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 (1 1/2 lb) flank steaks

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients and blend. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • In another small bowl, combine the other ingredients for the steak (except the steak).
  • Brush the steak ingredients on one side of the steak and broil 6 inches from the heat, for 10 minutes.
  • Turn the steak over and brush the other side with the steak ingredients and broil 6-10 minutes longer, until done to your liking.
  • Let meat stand for 5 minutes, after it is done, before thinly slicing the meat across the grain.
  • Serve with the chilled sour cream sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362, Fat 20.6, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 80.1, Sodium 414, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.6, Protein 37.1

SLOW-COOKED TEX-MEX FLANK STEAK



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This flavorful, tender beef dish has been a go-to recipe for many years; it's a meal lifesaver on days when I'm going to be late getting home.-Anne Merrill, Croghan, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 beef flank steak (1-1/2 pounds)
1 large onion, sliced
1/3 cup water
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 to 3 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; brown steak on both sides. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker., Add onion to same skillet; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add water to pan; cook 30 seconds, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Stir in remaining ingredients; return to a boil. Pour over steak., Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until meat is tender. Slice steak across the grain; serve with onion mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 524mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

MEXICAN FLANK STEAK



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Make and share this Mexican Flank Steak recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Audrey M

Categories     Meat

Time 10h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (1 lb) flank steaks
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 (15 ounce) can tamales, in sauce
1 teaspoon instant beef bouillon
1/2 teaspoon hot water
8 ounces tomato sauce
1 dash hot pepper sauce
2 tablespoons cold water
4 teaspoons cornstarch
shredded monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Pound meat on both sides with a meat mallet then sprinkle with salt, garlic salt and pepper.
  • Unwrap each of the tomales and place in a medium mixing bowl with sauce.
  • Roll up each steak from one short side to the other side (like a jelly roll cake).
  • Tie securely each steak closed with string or skewers.
  • Place Flank steak in slow cooker.
  • Dissolve bouillon in hot water.
  • Combine broth with tomato sauce and hot pepper sauce.
  • Pour over steaks.
  • Cook on low heat for 8 to 10 hours.
  • Lift out meat rolls and remove ties or skewers.
  • Pour cooking liquid into saucepan and don't forget to skim off fat.
  • Blend the cornstarch in cold water and add to cooking liquid.
  • Cook and stir till thick.
  • Serve meat with broth and shredded cheese sprinkled on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.1, Fat 17, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 74, Sodium 784, Carbohydrate 17.3, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 2.3, Protein 37

Tips:

  • Select the right flank steak: Choose a flank steak with good marbling for added flavor and tenderness.
  • Marinate the steak: Marinating the flank steak in a mixture of spices, herbs, and liquids helps tenderize and infuse flavor.
  • Cook on low heat: Slow cooking the steak on low heat allows the meat to break down and become fall-apart tender.
  • Shred the steak against the grain: Shredding the steak against the grain makes it easier to eat and helps create a more tender texture.
  • Use a variety of toppings: Serve the shredded flank steak with a variety of toppings such as guacamole, sour cream, salsa, and cheese to create a flavorful and customizable dish.

Conclusion:

Slow-cooked Mexican-style shredded flank steak is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether you serve it in tacos, burritos, or simply on its own, this flavorful and tender steak is sure to be a hit. With its easy preparation and customizable toppings, this recipe is a great option for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

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