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Beef Brisket Tacos Recipe Easy Homemade Flavorful with Avocado Crema

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Flavorful homemade beef brisket tacos with creamy avocado crema, combining smoky tender meat and a fresh, tangy sauce. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds beef brisket, trimmed of excess fat
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup beef broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (dairy-free yogurt for vegan version)
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Optional: handful of fresh cilantro
  • 8–10 small corn or flour tortillas (warmed)
  • Fresh cilantro leaves
  • Diced red onion or pickled onions
  • Fresh lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Pat the 3-pound beef brisket dry with paper towels. Mix smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub this spice blend evenly all over the brisket. Let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. When shimmering, add the brisket and sear each side for about 4-5 minutes until browned. Transfer brisket to a plate.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add sliced onion to the pot and cook for 5 minutes until soft and translucent, stirring occasionally. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in 1 cup beef broth to deglaze the pot, scraping up browned bits. Return brisket to pot, nestling it among the onions. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and transfer pot to a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C). Cook for 3 to 3.5 hours, or until brisket is fork-tender. Check occasionally and add more broth if needed.
  5. While brisket cooks, combine peeled avocados, 1/2 cup sour cream, lime juice, garlic, salt, and cilantro (if using) in a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy. Chill until ready to serve.
  6. Remove brisket from oven and let rest for 10 minutes. Use two forks to shred the meat into bite-sized pieces. Stir shredded meat into the onion and juices in the pot.
  7. Warm tortillas on a dry skillet or wrapped in foil in the oven. Spoon shredded brisket onto each tortilla. Add a drizzle or dollop of avocado crema. Garnish with fresh cilantro, diced or pickled onions, and a squeeze of lime.
  8. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Searing the brisket before slow cooking creates a deep savory crust. Cook low and slow for tender meat. Rest the meat before shredding to keep juices. Blend avocado crema until silky smooth. Use corn tortillas for gluten-free option. Leftover brisket can be reheated with broth to keep moist. Avocado crema is best fresh and not frozen.

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