Chipotle Barbacoa

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds beef chuck roast
• 1 tablespoon red chili paste
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons chipotle seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup beef broth
• Juice of 1 lime
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Lettuce leaves
• Avocado slices
• Pickled jalapenos
• Pickled red onions

Instructions

1. 1

   --- Season the beef ---

2. 2

   Season the beef with Chipotle seasoning, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

3. 3

   Massage the seasonings into the meat, ensuring it is evenly coated.

4. 4

   Allow it to rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. For an even deeper flavor, let it marinate overnight.

5. 5

   --- Cook the beef barbacoa ---

6. 6

   Heat olive oil in a cast-iron pot over medium-high heat.

7. 7

   Once the pot is hot, add the seasoned beef and sear it for 3-4 minutes per side, allowing it to develop a nice brown crust.

8. 8

   Reduce the heat to low and add the beef broth, minced garlic, red chili paste, and lime juice to the pot. Stir the ingredients together, ensuring the chuck roast is well-coated.

9. 9

   Cover the pot with a lid and let the meat simmer gently for 3-4 hours or until it becomes tender and easily shreds with a fork. During this time, periodically turn the chuck roast to ensure even cooking. Add more broth to the pot if needed to prevent the meat from drying out.

10. 10

    Once the meat is fully cooked and tender, remove it from the pot and let it rest for a few minutes.

11. 11

    Use two forks to shred the chuck roast into bite-sized pieces, pulling the meat apart along its natural fibers.

12. 12

    --- Serve the Chipotle barbacoa ---

13. 13

    To serve, grab a lettuce leaf and scoop a generous amount of the shredded beef onto it.

14. 14

    Top the beef with extra toppings like sliced avocado, pickled jalapenos, and red onions for an added burst of flavor and crunch.