Jul 14 2026
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Carne Head Recipe

Inspired by TACOCAT
Time3h 30m
Serves6

Make Carne Head Recipe in just 3h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Garnish and Sides

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Chop the onion and mince the garlic. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Season the Beef Cheek

    Pat the beef cheek dry with paper towels. Season all sides with salt, black pepper, cumin, and paprika.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sear the Beef

    In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned beef cheek and sear on all sides until browned (about 4-5 minutes per side). Remove the beef and set aside.

  2. 4

    Sauté Onion and Garlic

    In the same pot, add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.

  3. 5

    Add Remaining Ingredients

    Return the beef cheek to the pot. Add beef broth, canned diced tomatoes, bay leaves, and bring the mixture to a boil.

  4. 6

    Simmer

    Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 3 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.

Serving

  1. 7

    Prepare the Garnish

    While the beef is cooking, chop the fresh cilantro and cut the limes into wedges.

  2. 8

    Warm the Tortillas

    In a separate skillet, warm the corn tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side.

  3. 9

    Serve

    Once the beef is done, shred the meat and serve it in warm corn tortillas, garnished with cilantro and lime wedges.

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