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slow cooker beef barbacoa for Cinco de Mayo

Slow Cooker Beef Barbacoa for Cinco de Mayo: Best Juicy Recipe

Fall in love with my juicy slow cooker beef barbacoa, perfect for Cinco de Mayo! Experience delicious flavors and make it homemade today.

  • Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs (900 g) beef chuck roast
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) lime juice
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) apple cider vinegar
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp (10 g) ground cumin
  • 2 tsp (10 g) dried oregano
  • 1 tsp (5 g) smoked paprika
  • 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
  • 2 cups (480 ml) beef broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the beef chuck roast with salt and pepper on all sides.
  2. In a slow cooker, combine lime juice, apple cider vinegar, onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, chipotle peppers, and beef broth.
  3. Place the seasoned beef in the mixture, making sure it’s submerged.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until the beef is tender.
  5. Remove the beef, shred it using two forks, and return it to the slow cooker. Mix well with the juices.

Notes

  • Serve with warm tortillas, chopped cilantro, and lime wedges for a complete meal.
  • This dish can also be used for tacos, burritos, or rice bowls.
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Low Carb

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 32 g
  • Cholesterol: 100 mg

Keywords: slow cooker, beef barbacoa, Cinco de Mayo