Mexican Meat Mix

Dairy Free
Health score
28%
Mexican Meat Mix
45 min.
9
461kcal

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Looking for a mouthwatering dish that packs a flavorful punch while being dairy-free? Look no further than our delightful Mexican Meat Mix! This recipe features tender, succulent pork and chuck roasts that are combined with zesty green chiles and savory spices to create a hearty meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner. In just 45 minutes, you can serve up to nine people, making it a fantastic choice for family gatherings or casual get-togethers with friends.

The base of this dish is the beautifully seasoned meat, cooked to perfection in a pressure cooker for a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Each bite is infused with the robust flavors of cumin, garlic, and the tangy kick from green salsa. Paired with soft, corn tortillas or served on crusty kaiser rolls, this main course is versatile and satisfying.

And the best part? It's designed to be dairy-free, so everyone can enjoy it without worry. Plus, with a caloric breakdown that showcases its high protein and flavorful fat content, it’s both satisfying and nourishing. Whether you're rolling up some crispy tacos or piling it high on a sandwich, this Mexican Meat Mix is sure to be a hit at any meal. Embrace the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with this easy-to-follow recipe that brings joy to your table!

Ingredients

  • 2.5 pound roasted boneless trimmed
  • ounce chiles green chopped canned
  • 2.5 pound chuck roast boneless trimmed
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  •  onions chopped
  • 16 ounce mild salsa green
  • teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 
  • cup water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • sieve
  • pressure cooker

Directions

  1. Place roasts and 1 cup water in a 6-quart pressure cooker.
  2. Cover cooker with lid, and seal securely; place pressure control over vent and tube. Cook over high heat 8 to 10 minutes or until pressure control rocks quickly back and forth. Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook 40 minutes. (Pressure control will rock occasionally.)
  3. Remove from heat; run cold water over cooker to reduce pressure. Carefully remove lid so that steam escapes away from you.
  4. Drain meat, reserving juice.
  5. Pour juice into a fat strainer; let stand until fat rises to top. Reserve juice; discard fat. Cool meat slightly, and shred.
  6. Saut onion and green chiles in hot oil in the cooker for 1 minute. Stir in green salsa and next 4 ingredients. Cook 1 minute over medium-low heat. Stir in reserved meat juice and shredded meat. Cook 5 minutes or until thickened.
  7. Serve on kaiser rolls with green salsa, if desired.
  8. Pour vegetable oil to a depth of 2 inches in a large skillet; heat to 37
  9. Soften 30 corn tortillas, 1 at a time by dipping in hot oil for 2 seconds.
  10. Drain on paper towels.
  11. Place 1 tablespoon Mexican Meat
  12. Mix on bottom half of each tortilla, roll tightly. Cook, seam side down, in hot oil 2 minutes on each side or until golden.
  13. Drain on paper towel.

Nutrition Facts

Calories461kcal
Protein47.23%
Fat43.94%
Carbs8.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.44
Glycemic Load
2.68
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
28.097826397937%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.84mg
Kaempferol
0.24mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
7.44mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:461.22kcal
23.06%
Fat:22.03g
33.9%
Saturated Fat:8.18g
51.15%
Carbohydrates:9.96g
3.32%
Net Carbohydrates:9g
3.27%
Sugar:4.72g
5.25%
Cholesterol:166.32mg
55.44%
Sodium:837.85mg
36.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:53.28g
106.57%
Selenium:62.29µg
88.98%
Zinc:11.86mg
79.05%
Vitamin B6:1.5mg
74.84%
Vitamin B12:4.08µg
68.04%
Vitamin B3:13.02mg
65.12%
Phosphorus:538.85mg
53.89%
Vitamin B1:0.69mg
45.9%
Potassium:1068.36mg
30.52%
Vitamin B2:0.45mg
26.47%
Iron:3.86mg
21.45%
Vitamin B5:1.78mg
17.84%
Magnesium:62.78mg
15.7%
Vitamin C:8.96mg
10.86%
Copper:0.18mg
8.8%
Vitamin A:350.81IU
7.02%
Folate:23.97µg
5.99%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.06%
Vitamin K:4.84µg
4.61%
Calcium:44.29mg
4.43%
Vitamin D:0.63µg
4.2%
Fiber:0.96g
3.85%
Vitamin E:0.54mg
3.63%
Source:My Recipes