Beef Barbacoa Prep

Beef Barbacoa Prep

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Mexican · 90 min · Beef · gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, low-carb, high-protein

376 cal 34g protein 6g carbs 24g fat per serving · estimated

Ingredients

scaled from 8 servings
  • 1 lb beef chuck roast
  • 1 guajillo chiles
  • 1 chipotle peppers in adobo
  • 1 white onion
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tbsp dried Mexican oregano
  • 1 bay leaves
  • 1/2 cup beef broth

Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)

  1. Toast and soak the guajillo chiles in hot water for 10 minutes.
  2. Blend the chiles with chipotles, onion, garlic, vinegar, cumin, oregano, and broth into a smooth sauce.
  3. Cut the chuck into large chunks, season with salt, and sear in a hot pot for 4 minutes per side.
  4. Pour the sauce over the beef, add the bay leaves, and bring to a simmer.
  5. Cover and cook at high pressure for 55 minutes (or braise at 325 F for 3.5 hours) until fork-tender.
  6. Shred the beef in its juices, then cool and portion for the week.

Nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.

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