Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this Ultimate Pulled Mexican Beef Barbacoa Recipe. Tender, slow-cooked chuck roast is infused with spices and smoky chipotle peppers, creating a mouthwatering dish perfect for tacos, burritos, or served over rice. This recipe not only delivers deep, rich flavors but also makes an impressive centerpiece for any gathering. Enjoy an unforgettable meal that will have everyone returning for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs chuck roast
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 cup beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the chuck roast and season generously with salt and pepper. Sear each side in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned (about 4 minutes per side).
- In a blender, combine chopped onion, garlic, chipotle peppers, cumin, oregano, lime juice, and beef broth. Blend until smooth.
- Place the seared roast in a slow cooker and pour the blended mixture over it. Ensure the meat is well-coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until fork-tender.
- After cooking, shred the beef with two forks, mixing it back into the juices before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For deeper flavors, marinate the chuck roast overnight with the spice mixture. Adjust spice levels by varying the amount of chipotle peppers based on your preference. Serve in corn tortillas topped with fresh cilantro and diced onions for authentic tacos.