Description
Barbacoa is a mouthwatering Mexican dish that transforms tender beef into a flavorful feast. Slow-cooked to perfection, this recipe brings together aromatic spices, savory meat, and fresh toppings for an unforgettable meal. Perfect for taco nights or family gatherings, barbacoa invites everyone to enjoy its rich flavors and create lasting memories around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 cup lime juice (about 2 limes)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup beef broth or water
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- Sear the meat: Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and sear the beef chuck roast on all sides until browned.
- Add aromatics: Stir in the onions and garlic, cooking until translucent.
- Incorporate spices: Mix in the chipotle peppers, cumin, and oregano; allow flavors to meld.
- Add liquids: Pour in beef broth (or water) and lime juice; bring to a simmer.
- Slow cook: Cover and reduce heat to low; cook for 4-5 hours until fork-tender.
- Shred and serve: Shred the meat before serving with warm tortillas or rice topped with cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg