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Mexican Salpicón: Refreshing Shredded Beef Salad Bliss

This Mexican Salpicón is a refreshing shredded beef salad that embodies vibrant summer flavors. Perfect for hot days and easy to make!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 2 pounds beef skirt steak Flank steak is a great substitute too.
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt Adjust to taste during preparation.
  • 1 large onion Use half finely diced for flavor and one large slice for cooking tenderness.
  • 3 cups water Needed for cooking the beef in the Instant Pot.
For the Heat
  • 1 serrano chili Adds a delightful kick; substitute with pickled jalapeños for a milder tang.
For the Salad
  • 4 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
  • 2 small tomatoes Halved cherry tomatoes work well as an alternative.
  • 1 medium avocado Offers creaminess; a must-have garnish.
  • 1 bunch cilantro Fresh herbiness that brightens the dish.
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper Use it to season the salad.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Adds richness.
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice Brightens the salad with acidity.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In your Instant Pot, combine beef skirt steak, water, a large slice of onion, and sea salt. Set to high pressure and cook for 20 minutes, then allow for natural release for 5 minutes before releasing any remaining pressure.
  2. Once the pressure has released, remove the skirt steak and shred it into bite-sized pieces using two forks. Set the shredded beef aside.
  3. Chop the salad vegetables: shred iceberg lettuce, dice serrano chili, and tomatoes, finely chop the remaining onion.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded beef with the prepared vegetables, seasoning with additional salt, black pepper, and olive oil. Squeeze lime juice over everything and toss together.
  5. To serve, plate the salad with slices of avocado and sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Choose quality beef skirt steak for optimal tenderness. Prep ingredients ahead for convenience, but keep them separate until serving.

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