Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this Ultimate Pulled Mexican Beef Barbacoa. This dish features tender, slow-cooked beef infused with spices and a hint of smokiness, perfect for tacos, burrito bowls, or nachos. Gather friends and family around the table for a meal that creates lasting memories with every mouthwatering bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs chuck roast
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, diced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- Juice of 2 limes (about 1/3 cup)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil and sear the chuck roast until browned on all sides (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Blend chipotle peppers, garlic, cumin, lime juice, and beef broth until smooth.
- Transfer seared beef to a slow cooker. Pour blended sauce over it and add chopped onions. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until tender.
- Shred the beef using two forks right in the slow cooker and mix well with juices before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - Use grass-fed chuck roast for enhanced flavor. - Adjust spice levels by adding more or fewer chipotle peppers. - For extra flavor, include bay leaves or fresh herbs like cilantro during cooking.