Slow Cooker Beef Barbacoa Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
8 hrs
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Total Time
8 hrs 15 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
327 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Indian
Slow Cooker Beef Barbacoa Recipe
Description
This recipe starts by placing a chuck roast in a slow cooker. A flavorful sauce is prepared by processing chipotle chilies in adobo, white vinegar, oregano, salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, garlic, lime juice, and beef broth until well combined. This sauce is poured over the roast, which then cooks slowly for several hours until the beef shreds easily.
The long, slow cooking allows the spices and peppers to permeate the meat, developing a tender texture and balanced smoky heat typical of Barbacoa. Once cooked, the shredded meat is stirred back into its sauce to maintain moistness and flavor.
Barbacoa can be served in tortillas alongside traditional toppings, making it versatile for tacos, burritos, or bowls. It's a practical recipe for feeding a family or gatherings, with leftover meat suitable for refrigerated storage and reheating.
Leftovers keep well refrigerated in an airtight container for up to five days, making it convenient for multiple meals.
Ingredients
- 3 lb chuck roast
- 2 chipotle chilies in adobo
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 2 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1 lime squeezed, fresh
- 1 cup beef broth
Instructions
- Place the roast in the slow cooker.
- Place all the other ingredients into a food processor and process until well combined. Pour the mixture on top of the roast in the crock pot.
- Cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 5 hours (until the meat is falling apart).
- Shred the meat an stir back into the sauce
- Serve on your favorite tortillas and with your favorite toppings. Enjoy!
Notes
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 327 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 327kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 117mg | 39% |
| Sodium | 622mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 656mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 828IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 60mg | 6% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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