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A close-up shot of shredded leftover pot roast cooking in a skillet with onions and bell peppers.

Leftover Pot Roast Ingredients

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Calories 1090 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cups leftover pot roast, shredded
  • 1 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 tbs ground cumin
  • 1 tbs chili powder
  • ½ tbs garlic powder
  • 1 tbs beef broth (or water)
  • 8 Small soft corn or flour tortillas
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the pot roast: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and bell pepper, cooking until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
  • Season the beef: Add the shredded pot roast to the skillet along with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and a splash of beef broth. Stir to combine and let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes, adding more broth if needed to keep it moist.
  • Warm the tortillas: While the beef is simmering, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds to make them pliable.
  • Assemble the tacos: Spoon the pot roast mixture into the center of each tortilla. Top with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.
  • Serve: Serve with lime wedges for extra flavor. Enjoy your delicious leftover pot roast tacos!
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