Cook Time: 4–8 hours (depending on slow cooker or oven)
Servings: Varies
Calories: Depends on the amount of meat and tallow used
Servings: Varies
Calories: Depends on the amount of meat and tallow used
Ingredients
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Beef Roast or Stew Meat (2–3 lbs, such as chuck roast)
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Salt (to taste)
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Beef Tallow (a few tablespoons for searing and cooking)
Instructions
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Prep and Season the MeatCut the beef into large chunks if desired.
Sprinkle salt over the meat on all sides.
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Sear in Beef Tallow (Optional but Recommended)Melt a spoonful of beef tallow in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the beef chunks until browned on all sides. This step adds extra flavor.
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Slow Cook
Slow Cooker MethodTransfer the seared beef to a slow cooker.
Add a spoonful or two of melted beef tallow to help keep the meat moist.
Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours, or until the beef is fall-apart tender.
Oven MethodPreheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
Place the seared beef and a little additional tallow in a covered baking dish or Dutch oven.
Cook for 4–5 hours, or until fork-tender.
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Shred and Crisp (Optional)Once cooked, shred the beef with two forks.
If you enjoy crispy carnitas, spread the shredded meat on a baking sheet and broil briefly or sear in a hot skillet with extra tallow until the edges are golden.
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ServePlate the shredded carnitas and drizzle with any rendered tallow.
Add salt if needed.
This carnivore version eliminates all non-animal ingredients, relying solely on beef, salt, and beef tallow for a rich, flavorful dish. Adjust cooking methods, times, and tallow amounts according to personal preference.