Slow-Cooker Barbacoa

[KainGo127]

Hi everyone! Just made the most amazing Slow-Cooker Barbacoa, and it was a hit! The beef turned out super tender and flavorful, and the cilantro-lime rice was the perfect side. Highly recommend trying this for your next meal—it's easy and delicious!​

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Slow-Cooker Barbacoa​

Ingredients​

For the Barbacoa:

• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1/4 cup cider vinegar
• 3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 4 teaspoons ground cumin
• 3 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 to 4 pounds)
• 3 bay leaves

For the Rice:

• 3 cups water
• 2 cups uncooked jasmine rice, rinsed and drained
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons lime juice

Optional Garnishes:

• Sliced radishes
• Fresh cilantro leaves
• Lime wedges

Directions​

1. Prepare the Sauce:
   • Place lime juice, cider vinegar, chipotle peppers, garlic, cumin, oregano, pepper, salt, and ground cloves in a blender. Blend until smooth.
   • Add chicken broth and pulse to combine.
2. Cook the Barbacoa:
   • Place the beef chuck roast and bay leaves in a 4- or 5-quart slow cooker.
   • Pour the prepared sauce over the roast.
   • Cover and cook on low for 7-9 hours, until the meat is tender.
3. Prepare the Rice:
   • About 30 minutes before the barbacoa is done, start the rice.
   • In a large saucepan, combine water, jasmine rice, butter, and salt. Bring to a boil.
   • Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 12-15 minutes.
   • Remove from heat and gently stir in minced cilantro and lime juice.
4. Finish the Barbacoa:
   • Remove the roast from the slow cooker and let it cool slightly.
   • Discard the bay leaves and skim any fat from the cooking juices.
   • Shred the beef using two forks, then return it to the slow cooker to keep warm.
5. Serve:
   • Serve the shredded barbacoa with the cilantro-lime rice.
   • Garnish with sliced radishes, fresh cilantro leaves, and lime wedges if desired.

PS: This Slow-Cooker Barbacoa, and I’m obsessed! The beef is so tender and flavorful, and the cilantro-lime rice is the perfect match. This recipe is definitely going into my weekly rotation. You have to try it!

 

[Joseez]

I've been looking for a new slow-cooker recipe. Barbacoa sounds perfect!

 

[bini_colet]

This recipe looks amazing! I love the idea of letting all those spices and flavors meld together over time. Can’t wait to try it and enjoy some tender, flavorful barbacoa. Thanks for sharing!

 

[Marich]

Wow, that Slow-Cooker Barbacoa sounds absolutely bomb! Thanks for sharing—definitely adding this to my meal plan!