Ingredients

4 lbs boneless beef chuck roast
3 tablespoons cooking oil , divided
2 large onions , chopped
1 cup ketchup
1 cup beef broth
2/3 cup chili sauce
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
2 tablespoons molasses
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon pepper
12 -16 kaiser rolls or 12 -16 hamburger buns
This Incredible Shredded Barbecued Beef is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for a casual family dinner or a potluck gathering. This recipe combines the tenderness and flavorful chuck roast with sweet and spicy barbecue sauce. The beef is cooked and shredded low-and-slow in the crockpot, allowing it to develop a melt-in-your-mouth texture. The sauce is a mix of tangy, sweet, and smoky flavors that will leave your taste buds satisfied. Easy to make and perfect for people who love to prepare meals ahead of time, making this recipe for dinner is perfect for a lazy weekend afternoon.

Instructions

1.Cut beef roast into two if needed, coat with 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2.Cooking onion in remaining oil; add the ketchup, broth, chili sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, molasses, lemon juice, salt, and cayenne pepper.
3.Once all combined, transfer mixture to a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker.
4.Add beef to the slow cooker and spoon the sauce over the beef.
5.Cook, covered, on low until meat is tender, 8-10 hours.
6.Remove beef; shred meat with two forks. Return shredded beef to the slow cooker and heat through, about 15-20 minutes.
7.Serve in rolls or buns.

PROS

This is the perfect comfort food for any cold, dreary day.
The beef is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is a delicious balance of sweet and spicy.

It’s easy to make and perfect for feeding a crowd or leftovers.

CONS

Shredding the beef can be time-consuming, and the sauce is high in sugar.

It’s not the healthiest option, and the buns/rolls add more carbs to your meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is a great source of protein, iron, and vitamin B12.
Although the sauce is high in sugar, it contains antioxidants from the tomato-based products and vinegar which can help reduce inflammation.

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