Beef Barbacoa

Unleash bold, smoky flavors with this slow-cooked Beef Barbacoa recipe, perfect for turning any meal into a fiesta of taste. Made with tender beef brisket, richly seasoned with chipotle peppers in adobo, cumin, oregano, and a hint of ground cloves, this dish is slow-simmered to perfection in a robust blend of beef broth, lime juice, and apple cider vinegar. The result? Melt-in-your-mouth beef infused with layers of spice and tang. Ideal for tacos, burritos, or served with rice and beans, this versatile recipe makes it easy to add authentic Mexican-inspired goodness to your table. With minimal prep and the magic of a slow cooker, it’s a make-ahead masterpiece for weeknights or gatherings. Perfect for feeding a crowd, each bite bursts with zesty, hearty flavor that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 pounds Beef brisket
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 large, chopped Onion
• 4 minced Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 3 Bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon Dried oregano
• 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice

Directions

Step 1

Trim excess fat from the beef brisket and cut it into large chunks.

Step 2

Season the beef with salt and black pepper on all sides.

Step 3

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned beef pieces and brown on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Step 4

Transfer the browned beef into a slow cooker.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 6

Pour the sautéed onions and garlic into the slow cooker over the beef.

Step 7

In a blender, combine chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, ground cumin, ground cloves, bay leaves, dried oregano, apple cider vinegar, beef broth, and lime juice. Blend until smooth.

Step 8

Pour the blended sauce over the beef in the slow cooker, ensuring the meat is well-coated.

Step 9

Cover and cook on low heat for 8 hours until the beef is tender and easily shredded with a fork.

Step 10

Once cooked, remove the bay leaves and discard them. Shred the beef with two forks directly in the slow cooker.

Step 11

Mix the beef in the sauce to ensure it is well-coated.

Step 12

Serve the beef barbacoa warm in tacos, burritos, or as a main dish with your favorite sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2242.4 grams (2242.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3600

Total Fat 193.70g	248%
Saturated Fat 67.60g	338%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.30g
Cholesterol 1279mg	426%
Sodium 11919mg	518%
Total Carbohydrate 42.00g	15%
Dietary Fiber 7.40g	26%
Total Sugars 11.90g
Protein 411.90g	824%

Vitamin D 109IU	545%
Calcium 363mg	28%
Iron 45mg	247%
Potassium 4907mg	104%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.0%

Protein: 46.3%

Carbs: 4.7%