Classic Mexican Barbacoa

Savor the rich and authentic flavors of **Classic Mexican Barbacoa**, a tender, slow-cooked beef dish infused with bold spices and smoky chipotle peppers. Perfectly seasoned with cumin, oregano, and a hint of ground cloves, this barbacoa is slow simmered for hours in a savory broth spiked with fresh lime juice and apple cider vinegar, creating melt-in-your-mouth beef that’s bursting with flavor. Serve this mouthwatering dish in warm corn tortillas and garnish with fresh cilantro for an irresistible taco experience. Whether you’re planning a festive gathering or a cozy family dinner, this recipe captures the essence of traditional Mexican cuisine in every bite. Keywords: slow-cooked barbacoa, Mexican barbacoa recipe, chipotle beef tacos, tender shredded beef tacos.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 pounds beef chuck roast
• 1 medium, chopped white onion
• 6 large, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
• 2 bay leaves
• 1.5 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1.5 cups beef broth
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
• 12 corn tortillas

Directions

Step 1

In a slow cooker, place the beef chuck roast.

Step 2

Add chopped onion and minced garlic over the beef.

Step 3

In a blender, combine chipotle peppers, ground cumin, dried oregano, ground cloves, apple cider vinegar, and lime juice until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the blended mixture over the beef in the slow cooker.

Step 5

Add bay leaves, beef broth, salt, and black pepper to the slow cooker.

Step 6

Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the beef is tender and falls apart easily.

Step 7

Once cooked, remove the bay leaves and shred the beef with two forks.

Step 8

Mix the beef in the remaining liquid to keep it moist and flavorful.

Step 9

Serve the barbacoa in warm corn tortillas topped with chopped cilantro.

Step 10

Enjoy with your favorite toppings such as diced onions, avocado, or salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2575.5 grams (2575.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4916

Total Fat 293.00g	376%
Saturated Fat 112.10g	561%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 1021mg	340%
Sodium 4924mg	214%
Total Carbohydrate 296.10g	108%
Dietary Fiber 45.30g	162%
Total Sugars 11.70g
Protein 290.50g	581%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 695mg	53%
Iron 51mg	284%
Potassium 5455mg	116%

*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: 52.9%

Protein: 23.3%

Carbs: 23.8%