Homestyle Alberta Beef on a Bun

Indulge in the hearty, melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness of Homestyle Alberta Beef on a Bun, a classic Canadian favorite bursting with bold flavors. This recipe features slow-cooked beef chuck roast, seasoned with a blend of savory spices and braised to perfection in a rich medley of barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. The tender, shredded beef is piled high onto soft sandwich buns, with optional toppings like tangy coleslaw, crisp pickles, or sweet onions to elevate each bite. With just 15 minutes of prep and the magic of a slow cooker, this dish is perfect for family dinners, backyard parties, or casual gatherings. Discover comfort food at its finest with this Alberta-style classic that guarantees crowd-pleasing flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:375 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 pounds Beef chuck roast
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 1 cup Barbecue sauce
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 8 pieces Soft sandwich buns
• 0 Optional toppings: coleslaw, pickles, or sliced onions

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the beef on all sides until deeply browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Step 3

Transfer the seared beef to a slow cooker.

Step 4

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the diced onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 5

Pour the beef broth into the skillet to deglaze, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Add the barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Pour the mixture over the beef in the slow cooker, ensuring the meat is mostly submerged in the liquid.

Step 7

Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the beef is tender and pulls apart easily with a fork.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and stir to coat it in the sauce.

Step 9

Toast the sandwich buns lightly if desired. Pile the shredded beef onto the buns and add optional toppings such as coleslaw, pickles, or sliced onions.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy your Homestyle Alberta Beef on a Bun!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3295.6 grams (3295.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6695

Total Fat 418.00g	536%
Saturated Fat 155.10g	776%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.10g
Cholesterol 1366mg	455%
Sodium 12965mg	564%
Total Carbohydrate 372.80g	136%
Dietary Fiber 15.30g	55%
Total Sugars 150.70g
Protein 369.50g	739%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 766mg	59%
Iron 65mg	362%
Potassium 6867mg	146%

*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: 55.9%

Protein: 22.0%

Carbs: 22.2%