Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1.5 unit

boneless beef top round steak

10 ounce

diced tomatoes and green chiles

1 unit

onion

chopped

2 unit

garlic cloves

minced

1 tsp

dried oregano

1 tsp

chili powder

1 tsp

ground cumin

0.25 tsp

salt

to taste

0.25 tsp

pepper

to taste

30 ounce

pinto beans

rinsed and drained

3 cup

cooked rice

hot

0.5 cup

shredded cheddar cheese

6 tbsp

sliced ripe olives

6 tbsp

thinly sliced green onions

6 tbsp

guacamole

Step 1
~12 min

Place beef round steak in a 3-quart slow cooker.

Step 2
~12 min

In a small bowl, combine diced tomatoes, chopped onion, minced garlic, dried oregano, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and pepper.

Step 3
~12 min

Pour the tomato mixture over the steak in the slow cooker.

Step 4
~12 min

Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 8-9 hours, or until the meat is very tender.

Step 5
~12 min

Remove the cooked beef from the slow cooker and set aside.

Step 6
~12 min

Add the rinsed and drained pinto beans to the tomato mixture remaining in the slow cooker.

Step 7
~12 min

Cover and cook on HIGH for 30 minutes, or until the beans are heated through.

Step 8
~12 min

Once the beef is cool enough to handle, slice or shred it into smaller pieces.

Step 9
~12 min

In individual serving bowls, layer hot cooked rice, sliced/shredded beef, and the pinto bean mixture.

Step 10
~12 min

Top each bowl with shredded cheddar cheese, sliced ripe olives, thinly sliced green onions, and guacamole.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a squeeze of lime juice for extra tang.

Adjust the amount of chili powder to your preferred spice level.

Serve with a dollop of sour cream or plain Greek yogurt.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with tortilla chips for dipping.

Serve with a side of Mexican rice.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cornbread
Mexican Street Corn

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwestern United States/Mexico

Cultural Significance

A popular dish in Tex-Mex cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Casual gathering
Game day

Popularity Score

70/100

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