Irresistibly Tender Slow Cooker Beef Barbacoa Tacos
Slow Cooker Beef Barbacoa is a comforting dish featuring tender, flavorful beef, perfect for tacos or rice.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
Ingredients
For the Beef
- 3 pounds Beef Chuck Roast Feel free to use chicken for a lighter option.
- 2 cups Beef Broth Vegetable broth can be a substitute.
For the Marinade
- 1/2 cup Apple Juice Vinegar White vinegar works in a pinch.
- 1/4 cup Fresh Lime Juice Best if freshly squeezed.
For Flavoring
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Optional for searing.
- 1 large Onion Yellow or white onions work best.
- 4 cloves Garlic Fresh is best; use garlic powder if needed.
For Spices
- 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin A cornerstone spice.
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used.
- 1 teaspoon Chipotle Powder Adjust according to taste preference.
- 1 teaspoon Salt To taste.
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper To taste.
- 2 leaves Bay Leaves Remove before serving.
For Serving
- 12 small Warm Tortillas Corn tortillas are ideal.
- 1 cup Fresh Cilantro Optional garnish.
- 2 lime Lime Wedges
Instructions
Directions
- In a bowl, combine salt, black pepper, ground cumin, dried oregano, and smoked paprika to make the spice rub.
- Generously coat the beef chuck roast with the spice mix.
- Place chopped onions at the bottom of your slow cooker, layer with seasoned beef, then add minced garlic and chipotle powder.
- Pour in the beef broth.
- Cover slow cooker and set to low heat, cooking for 8 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the beef and mix it back into the juices.
- Stir in fresh lime juice before serving, garnishing with fresh cilantro.
Notes
For best results, sear the beef before cooking and marinate overnight for bolder flavor.