Tex-Mex Beef Sandwiches

Tex-Mex Beef Sandwiches are a crowd-pleasing delight loved by all, crafted with a secret ingredient that adds an intriguing depth of flavor. Brenda Theisen from Addison, Michigan, knows the art of surprising her guests with the subtle richness that cocoa brings to this recipe.

The star of this dish is the boneless beef chuck roast, seasoned with a unique blend of burrito seasoning and baking cocoa. The cocoa provides a pleasant surprise, infusing the meat with a subtle complexity that keeps everyone guessing.

Slow-cooked with coarsely chopped green and sweet red peppers, along with chopped onions, the beef roast becomes tender and succulent, absorbing the flavorful broth and ketchup mixture that elevates the taste profile of these Tex-Mex Beef Sandwiches.

Served on split hoagie buns, these sandwiches are a delightful combination of savory and slightly sweet flavors that make them an instant hit at gatherings and family get-togethers.

With a preparation time of just 25 minutes and slow cooking over 8 hours, this recipe yields 8 servings of pure Tex-Mex deliciousness.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds)
• 1 envelope burrito seasoning
• 2 tablespoons baking cocoa
• 1 large green pepper, coarsely chopped
• 1 large sweet red pepper, coarsely chopped
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 cup beef broth
• ½ cup ketchup
• 8 hoagie buns, split

PREPARATIONS:

1. Cut the roast in half. Combine burrito seasoning and cocoa; rub over the meat. Place peppers and onion in a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker; top with the seasoned meat. Combine broth and ketchup; pour over the meat.
2. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until the meat is tender. Skim fat. When cool enough to handle, shred the meat with two forks and return it to the slow cooker; heat through. Using a slotted spoon, spoon ½ cup of the flavorful mixture onto each hoagie bun.

YIELD: 8 servings

PREP/COOK TIME: 25 minutes (plus slow cooking time)

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

• The baking cocoa is the secret ingredient that provides depth to the flavor profile. Be sure to use unsweetened cocoa for the best results.

TIPS:

• For added texture and freshness, consider adding some shredded lettuce and sliced tomatoes as additional toppings for the sandwiches.
• Serve these Tex-Mex Beef Sandwiches with a side of coleslaw or a simple green salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tex-Mex Beef Sandwiches are a delightful surprise for taste buds, thanks to the secret ingredient that Brenda Theisen from Addison, Michigan, adds to this recipe. The boneless beef chuck roast is the star of this dish, seasoned with a unique blend of burrito seasoning and baking cocoa.

The slow cooking process in the company of coarsely chopped green and sweet red peppers, along with chopped onions, transforms the beef roast into a tender and succulent delight. The flavorful broth and ketchup mixture add a rich taste profile that makes these Tex-Mex Beef Sandwiches a favorite among all.