Jul 14 2026
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Garlic – Lime Braised Beef Recipe

Inspired by The Floribbean
Time3h
Serves6

Make Garlic – Lime Braised Beef Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Seasonings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beef

    Pat the beef chuck roast dry with paper towels. Season it generously with salt, black pepper, cumin, and chili powder on all sides.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Mince the garlic cloves and chop the fresh cilantro. Squeeze the limes to extract juice, ensuring to strain out any seeds.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sear the Beef

    In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add the seasoned beef chuck roast. Sear each side until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side.

  2. 4

    Add Garlic and Lime Juice

    Once the beef is browned, reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in the lime juice and beef broth, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.

  3. 5

    Braise the Beef

    Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover the pot with a lid. Reduce the heat to low and let it braise for about 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the beef is tender and can be easily shredded with a fork.

Finishing Touches

  1. 6

    Shred the Beef

    Once the beef is tender, carefully remove it from the pot and place it on a cutting board. Use two forks to shred the beef into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 7

    Add Cilantro

    Return the shredded beef to the pot, stir in the chopped fresh cilantro, and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary.

  3. 8

    Serve

    Serve the garlic-lime braised beef with tortillas, rice, or as a filling for tacos, garnished with extra cilantro if desired.

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