Crockpot Beef Barbacoa
Rich and flavorful, Crockpot Beef Barbacoa is a tender and spicy Mexican-inspired dish perfect for tacos, burritos, or bowls.
Servings: 6 | Cook Time: 480 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 495 minutes
Ingredients
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast, trimmed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1 cup beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the beef: Season the beef chuck roast with salt and pepper on all sides.
- Mix the sauce: In a bowl, combine garlic, chipotle peppers, cumin, oregano, cloves, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, and beef broth.
- Add to slow cooker: Place the beef roast in the slow cooker and pour the sauce mixture over the top.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Shred the beef: Remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
- Combine and serve: Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker, mix well with the sauce, and serve warm.
Tips
- Use a fork to test if the beef is tender before shredding.
- Serve with fresh cilantro and lime wedges for added flavor.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer chipotle peppers.
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