Carne en Polvo

Carne en Polvo

V

Valentina Hernandez

6 Feb 2026

|

Cook

30 mins

Serves

4 People

Calories

700 calories

Savor the rich, smoky flavors of Carne en Polvo, a traditional Mexican dish that transforms tender beef into a savory delight. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a festive gathering with friends and family.

Ingredients

  • 500 grams beef
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 medium onion

Method

  1. 1

    In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Season the beef with salt, cumin, and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Add the seasoned beef to the skillet and cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until browned on all sides.

  4. 4

    Remove the beef from the skillet and let it cool slightly before shredding it using two forks.

  5. 5

    In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Return the shredded beef to the skillet with the onions and mix well. Cook for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.

  7. 7

    Serve the Carne en Polvo warm with arepas or rice.

Nutrition per serving

700kcal
Calories

Fat

60g

Carbs

10g

Protein

40g

Available in

Rate this recipe

0 ratings

Comments

No comments yet. Be the first to share your thoughts!

Love cooking?

Create your own digital recipe book. Snap, save, and share your favorite recipes.

This page is available in:English|Español|Italiano|Français|Deutsch