Chipotle’s Barbacoa Copycat Recipe

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 1
Chipotle's Barbacoa Copycat Recipe for a Spicy and Tender Beef Dish
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

6-8 hours

Ready In

6-9 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
4 teaspoons minced garlic cloves
4 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons oregano
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3/4 cup chicken broth
3 bay leaves
3 tablespoons lime juice
3 -4 chipotle chiles in adobo
4 -5 lbs chuck roast

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10-12
Calories
255
Sugar
1g
Fat
18g
Barbacoa is a Mexican dish that originated in the Caribbean and has become popular all over the world. It is typically made by slow cooking beef, goat, or lamb in an underground pit until it becomes tender and flavorful. This recipe is a copycat version of the Barbacoa served by the famous Chipotle Mexican Grill chain restaurant. It uses a blend of spices, including chipotle chiles in adobo, to create a spicy and tangy flavor that pairs well with the tender beef.

Instructions

1.Combine apple cider vinegar, garlic, cumin, oregano, black pepper, salt, and ground cloves in a blender.
2.Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the spice mixture for about 1 minute.
3.Add beef to the skillet and brown on both sides for about 4-5 minutes per side.
4.In a slow cooker, add the chicken broth, bay leaves, lime juice, and chipotle chiles in adobo.
5.Place beef in the slow cooker and pour any remaining juices from the skillet into the slow cooker.
6.Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 6-8 hours, or on low for 10-12 hours.
7.Once the beef is cooked, remove from the slow cooker and shred with two forks. Serve with your favorite toppings such as cilantro, lime juice, and avocado.

PROS

This Barbacoa recipe is incredibly flavorful and spicy, and the meat becomes tender after slow cooking.

It is perfect for meal prep and can be used in a variety of dishes like tacos, burritos, salads, and bowls.

CONS

This recipe requires a slow cooker and a bit of prep work, so it may not be the best choice for a quick and easy meal.

It also uses chipotle chiles in adobo which may be too spicy for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe contains about 28 grams of protein per 4-ounce serving of beef Barbacoa.
It is also low in carbs and high in healthy fats.
The spices used in this recipe have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Garlic has been linked to reducing blood pressure and improving cholesterol levels.

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