Air Fryer Homemade Beef Shank Tacos

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Air Fryer Homemade Beef Shank Tacos are a soft and tasty dish. It contains beef shank, olive oil, beef broth, seasonings, corn tortillas, lettuce shreds, tomatoes, cilantro, avocado slices, and lime wedges. All these items are simple and easily obtainable. This dish takes two hours and thirty minutes to prepare, but its taste is worth the time. Serve this dish with roasted zucchini, grilled peppers, and guacamole. Air Fryer Homemade Beef Shank Tacos store nicely, perfect for meal prep. This dish has no dairy items in it, making it perfect for a dairy-free diet.

STATS:

  • Calories: 420 kcal
  • Prep duration: Fifteen minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Course: Main Course
  • Diet: High-Protein
  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Servings: 6

EQUIPMENT:

  • Air fryer
  • Large Dutch oven
  • Sharp knife
  • Mixing bowls
  • Cutting board
  • Tongs

INGREDIENTS:

BEEF SHANK:

  • 2 lbs. beef shank
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • One tsp. salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • One tsp. smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp. cumin
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1 tsp. onion powder
  • 1 cup beef broth

TACOS:

  • 12 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • One cup diced tomatoes
  • ½ cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 avocado
  • ½ cup diced red onion
  • Lime wedges

INGREDIENT NOTES:

BEEF SHANK:

  • It will provide a rich and indulgent taste in the dish. Cook it in the slow cooker to make it incredibly soft, and then shred it finely to distribute it equally.

OLIVE OIL:

  • It will help the seasonings to stick to the meat, and it also adds a rich taste and moisture content to the dish.

SMOKED PAPRIKA:

  • It will add color to the dish and also provide a smoky flavor. It will nicely balance the taste of the beef.

CUMIN:

  • It will add a neutral and earthy flavor to the dish. This is the common component of the taco seasoning.

CORN TORTILLAS:

  • Use the tortillas to make the tacos. These corn tortillas will provide a slight nutty flavor and also provide a firm texture.

TOPPINGS:

  • Use the onions, cilantro, avocados, lettuce, and tomatoes as toppings. It will make the taco crunchy and refreshing.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. First, dry the beef shank with a paper towel, then apply the seasonings to it.
  2. Now, warm the oil in the Dutch oven on a moderate to high flame.
  3. Then sear the beef shank from the sides.
  4. Then include the beef broth in the oven and leave it to cook for 2 hours till it gets soft.
  5. Take out the beef and shred it with a fork, and eliminate the bones and additional fat content.
  6. Now heat the air fryer at 200° C.
  7. Then put the beef shreds in the basket and air fry them for 5 to 7 minutes till it gets crisp.
  8. Now warm the tortillas in the air fryer for 1 to 2 minutes.
  9. Add the beef shreds and choice of toppings to them.
  10. Serve the tacos with lime slices.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

SIDE DISHES:

  • Mexican Rice
  • Cilantro Lime Rice
  • Black Beans
  • Refried Beans

SALADS:

  • Mexican Street Corn Salad
  • Avocado Salad
  • Cabbage Slaw
  • Tomato Cucumber Salad

VEGETABLES:

  • Grilled Peppers
  • Roasted Zucchini
  • Charred Corn
  • Air Fryer Asparagus

DRINKS:

  • Lime Agua Fresca
  • Iced Tea
  • Sparkling Water
  • Horchata

TIPS:

  • Cook the beef on a slow flame in the Dutch oven so it gets tender nicely.
  • You can crisp the beef in the air fryer to provide a nice texture.
  • We have to warm the tortillas well so they don’t get hard.
  • You can add some jalapenos or hot sauce to make it spicier.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Add the beef shreds to the box and store them for 4 days.

FREEZER:

  • Add the beef to the vessel and freeze for 2 months.

FAQs:

Can I make these tacos with flour tortillas?

  • Yes, use the flour tortillas to make these tacos; it works nicely for them.

Will I prepare this dish in advance?

  • Yes, prepare the beef & stock it in the vessel for three days.

What should I utilize instead of beef shank?

  • You can use the chuck roast, brisket, or short ribs instead to make these tacos.

Is it necessary to crisp the beef before making the tacos?

  • It is not required, but it adds a nice texture and delicious crispy taste.

Will I prepare the spicy tacos?

  • Yes, use the chipotle peppers, hot sauce, and jalapeno slices to make the tacos spicy.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Caloric content: 420 kcal

Total Carbs: 24 g

Fiber: 4 g

Protein: 34 g

Net Carbs: 20 g

Fat: 20 g

Serving Size: 2 tacos

Iron: 4.2 mg

Calcium: 90 mg

Vitamin A: 0.25 mg

Serving: 1 serving

Sodium: 620 mg

Potassium: 580 mg