Pulled Mexican Beef Barbacoa
Pulled Mexican Beef Barbacoa is a flavor-packed dish that transforms tender beef into a smoky, savory delight. Marinated in a blend of spices and slow-cooked to perfection, this dish is perfect for tacos, burritos, or served over rice. Each bite bursts with rich flavors that evoke memories of festive gatherings. Ideal for any occasion, this barbacoa guarantees to impress your family and friends while making mealtime a delicious experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast
- 2 medium yellow onions, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, diced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Chop onions and mince garlic; set aside.
- Sear the beef: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the roast on all sides and transfer to a slow cooker.
- Sauté aromatics: In the same skillet, cook onions until translucent. Add garlic, chipotle peppers, cumin, and oregano; sauté briefly before adding to the slow cooker.
- Add liquids: Pour lime juice and beef broth over the mixture in the slow cooker.
- Slow cook: Set on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until fork-tender.
- Shred and serve: Use two forks to shred the beef in its juices and serve with warm tortillas or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added smokiness, increase chipotle peppers as desired. Substitute beef with pork or chicken for different flavor profiles. Allow the meat to rest before shredding for optimal texture.