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Beef Tacos with Gochujang Slaw

Savory Beef Tacos with Gochujang Slaw for Flavor Lovers

Enjoy delicious Beef Tacos with Gochujang Slaw, a Korean-inspired crowd-pleaser that offers vibrant flavors and customizable options.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 6 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean, Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Beef
  • 2 pounds Beef Chuck Roast Substitute with pork shoulder for a twist.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Adds umami depth and saltiness.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Fresh is key for warm spice.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Opt for fresh garlic.
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang Adjust based on heat preference.
Slaw
  • 4 cups Cabbage Can use napa cabbage for a unique texture.
  • 2 medium Carrots Julienned, for color and sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar For tangy flavor.
Serving
  • 12 small Tortillas Consider bao buns as an alternative.
  • Optional Garnishes Fresh cilantro, avocado slices, or pickled onions.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Crockpot
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Sear the beef in a skillet over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes on each side until a golden-brown crust forms.
  2. Combine cabbage and carrots in a mixing bowl, add gochujang, rice vinegar, and salt, toss to coat, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  3. Place seared beef in the crockpot, add soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and gochujang, and pour water to half-inch depth.
  4. Cook in the crockpot on low for 8 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
  5. Shred the beef in the crockpot and let rest in the juices for 10 minutes.
  6. Warm tortillas in a pan, fill with shredded beef, and top with chilled slaw.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Searing beef before slow cooking enhances its flavor. Check for tenderness before shredding and chill the slaw to enhance crunchiness.

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