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Beef Barbacoa Recipe

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This tender and flavorful Beef Barbacoa recipe features slow-cooked chuck roast marinated in a tangy and smoky blend of apple cider vinegar, lime juice, chipotle peppers, and spices. Perfect for shredded beef tacos, burritos, or bowls, this traditional Mexican-inspired dish is easy to prepare in a slow cooker, resulting in melt-in-your-mouth meat full of rich, savory taste.

  • Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes (low) or 4 hours 15 minutes (high)
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Beef Barbacoa Ingredients

  • 3 pounds beef chuck roast, trimmed and cut into pieces
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 2 teaspoons oregano
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup beef broth

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade: In a small bowl, combine the apple cider vinegar, lime juice, minced chipotle peppers, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to create a flavorful spice mixture.
  2. Coat the beef: Place the cut pieces of beef chuck roast into the slow cooker. Pour the prepared spice mixture over the beef, stirring gently to ensure all pieces are evenly coated.
  3. Add liquid: Pour the beef broth into the slow cooker over the seasoned beef to add moisture and enhance flavor during cooking.
  4. Slow cook the beef: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours. The beef is ready when it is tender and shreds easily with a fork.
  5. Shred the beef: Remove the cooked beef from the slow cooker and use two forks to shred the meat into bite-sized pieces, perfect for tacos or other dishes.

Notes

  • Storage: Store leftover barbacoa in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
  • Freezing: Allow the beef to cool completely before placing it in a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Reheating: Reheat barbacoa on the stovetop over medium heat or in the microwave for about 45 seconds, adding a splash of water or beef broth to prevent drying out.
  • Author: Adeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours (low) or 4 hours (high)
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

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