Beef Barbacoa
Beef barbacoa is a savory delight that combines tender, slow-cooked beef with a medley of spices, creating a dish that’s perfect for any gathering. Its rich aroma fills your kitchen, inviting everyone to the table. Ideal for tacos, burritos, or served over rice, this recipe guarantees satisfaction and warmth in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 large sweet onion, diced
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the beef chuck roast and cut into large chunks. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the diced onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in cumin, oregano, and chopped chipotle peppers with adobo sauce; cook for an additional minute.
- Transfer the sautéed mixture to a slow cooker; add the beef chunks, lime juice, and beef broth until submerged.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until the meat shreds easily.
- Shred the beef using two forks directly in its juices and serve hot with warm tortillas or over rice topped with cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 120mg