Fall-apart tender beef, slow-cooked in a rich, smoky-spicy sauce of chipotle peppers, cumin, and Mexican oregano. Perfect for tacos, burritos, or bowls, this recipe delivers authentic flavor without the traditional underground pit.
Prep20 min
Cook360 min
Servings8
Serving size: 1 serving
559cal
40gprotein
6gcarbs
42g
Ingredients
3.5 lb Beef Chuck Roast (cut into 3-4 large chunks)
2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
1 large Onion (roughly chopped)
6 clove Garlic
4 unit Chipotle Peppers in Adobo (from a can)
2 tbsp Adobo Sauce (from the can of chipotle peppers)
1 cup Beef Broth (low-sodium if preferred)
0.25 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
0.25 cup Lime Juice (freshly squeezed, from about 2 limes)
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fat
1 tbsp Ground Cumin
2 tsp Mexican Oregano (dried)
0.25 tsp Ground Cloves
2 unit Bay Leaf
1.5 tsp Salt (or to taste)
1 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
1
Prepare and Sear the Beef (15 mins)
Trim any large, hard pieces of fat from the beef chuck roast. Pat the chunks dry with paper towels.
Season all sides generously with salt and black pepper.
Heat vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
Carefully place the beef chunks in the pot, ensuring not to overcrowd it. Sear on all sides until a deep brown crust forms, about 3-4 minutes per side. Work in batches if necessary.
Transfer the seared beef to the basin of a 6-quart or larger slow cooker.
2
Create the Barbacoa Sauce (5 mins)
In a blender, combine the chopped onion, garlic cloves, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, beef broth, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, ground cumin, Mexican oregano, and ground cloves.
Blend on high for 60-90 seconds, or until the sauce is completely smooth and uniform.
3
Slow Cook the Barbacoa (6-8 hours)
Pour the blended sauce over the seared beef in the slow cooker, ensuring the meat is mostly submerged.
Tuck the bay leaves into the liquid around the beef.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking.
The beef is ready when it is exceptionally tender and shreds easily with a fork.
4
Shred and Finish (15 mins)
Carefully remove the beef chunks from the slow cooker and place them in a large bowl or on a cutting board.
Using two forks, shred the beef. Discard any remaining large pieces of fat or gristle.
Remove and discard the bay leaves from the sauce in the slow cooker. If desired, skim some of the fat from the surface of the sauce.
Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and stir gently to coat it evenly with the flavorful juices.
Let the meat rest in the sauce on the 'Keep Warm' setting for at least 10-15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt if needed before serving.
219cal
5gprotein
47gcarbs
1gfat
Ingredients
2 cup Masa Harina (Instant corn masa flour, not cornmeal)
1.5 cup Warm Water (Plus more as needed, up to 1.75 cups total)
0.5 tsp Salt (Fine sea salt is recommended)
Instructions
1
Prepare the Masa Dough
In a large bowl, whisk together the masa harina and salt to combine.
Gradually pour in 1.5 cups of warm water while mixing with your hands. Continue to mix until a shaggy dough forms.
Knead the dough in the bowl for 3-5 minutes. The final texture should be smooth, firm, and springy, similar to soft play-doh. If it's crumbly, add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time. If it's too sticky, add a little more masa harina.
Cover the bowl with a damp kitchen towel and let the dough rest for 15-20 minutes. This allows the masa to fully hydrate.
2
Portion and Shape the Dough
After resting, divide the dough into 16 equal portions. For consistency, you can use a kitchen scale (each ball should be about 35-40g).
Roll each portion between your palms to form a smooth, crack-free ball.
Keep the dough balls covered with the damp towel to prevent them from drying out as you work.
3
Press the Tortillas
Heat a comal or a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. It's ready when a drop of water sizzles and evaporates instantly.
Cut a zip-top plastic bag into two squares. Open your tortilla press and place one square on the bottom plate.
Place a dough ball in the center, cover it with the second plastic square, and close the press. Press down firmly but gently to form a 5-6 inch tortilla.
If you don't have a press, place the dough ball between the plastic sheets and press it flat with the bottom of a heavy skillet or a pie plate.
4
Cook the Tortillas
Carefully peel the top plastic off the tortilla, then flip it onto your hand and peel off the bottom plastic.
Lay the tortilla on the hot comal. Cook for about 45-60 seconds, until the edges begin to dry and it releases easily from the surface.
Flip the tortilla and cook for another 60-90 seconds on the second side, until you see brown spots.
Flip it a final time and cook for 10-20 seconds. The tortilla should puff up in the middle. Gently press the center with a spatula to encourage puffing.
Repeat with the remaining dough balls, adjusting the heat as needed to prevent burning.
5
Keep Warm and Serve
As each tortilla is cooked, transfer it to a tortilla warmer or a plate lined with a clean kitchen towel.
Keep the tortillas covered to trap the steam, which makes them soft and pliable.
1.5 cup long-grain white rice (Basmati or Jasmine rice work well)
3 cup water (or use vegetable broth for more flavor)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
1 pcs bay leaf (optional, for a subtle aromatic flavor)
0.5 cup cilantro (freshly chopped, packed)
3 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed, from about 2 medium limes)
1 tsp lime zest (from 1 lime)
Instructions
1
Rinse the rice thoroughly. Place the rice in a fine-mesh sieve and rinse under cold running water for 1-2 minutes, swishing it with your hand, until the water runs clear. Drain well.
2
Toast the rice. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the drained rice and stir constantly for 2-3 minutes until the grains are fragrant and the edges become translucent.
3
Add liquid and bring to a boil. Pour in the water (or broth), add the salt and the optional bay leaf. Stir once to combine, then increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
4
Simmer the rice. As soon as it boils, reduce the heat to the lowest possible setting, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer for 15 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this time.
5
Rest the rice. After 15 minutes, remove the pot from the heat and let it stand, still covered, for an additional 5-10 minutes. This step is crucial for allowing the steam to finish cooking the grains perfectly.
6
Add flavorings and serve. Remove the lid and discard the bay leaf. Add the chopped cilantro, fresh lime juice, and lime zest. Use a fork to gently fluff the rice, separating the grains and evenly distributing the ingredients. Serve immediately.
1 tsp Kashmiri Red Chilli Powder (Adjust to your spice preference)
1 tsp Chaat Masala
0.5 tsp Salt (Or use a mix of black salt and regular salt)
1 pc Green Chilli (Finely chopped, optional for extra heat)
2 tbsp Coriander Leaves (Freshly chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
1
Prepare the Onions
Peel the red onions and slice them into thin, uniform rings, about 1/8-inch thick. A mandoline slicer works best for this.
Gently separate the slices into individual rings and place them in a large bowl.
2
Soak for Crispness
Add the ice cubes and cold water to the bowl, ensuring all onion rings are fully submerged.
Let the onions soak for 10-15 minutes. This crucial step makes them incredibly crisp and mellows their sharp, pungent flavor.
3
Drain and Dry Thoroughly
Drain the onions completely using a colander.
Spread the onion rings on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and pat them completely dry. Removing all excess moisture is key to preventing a watery salad.
4
Season and Toss
Transfer the dry onion rings to a clean mixing bowl.
0.5 cup Cilantro (Loosely packed, including tender stems)
2 tbsp Lime Juice (From about 1 lime)
0.75 tsp Salt (Or to taste)
0.5 tsp Ground Cumin
0.5 tsp Sugar (Optional, to balance acidity)
Instructions
1
Roast the Vegetables
Position an oven rack about 6 inches from the broiler and preheat the broiler to high.
On a foil-lined baking sheet, toss the halved tomatoes, quartered onion, jalapeños, and whole garlic cloves with vegetable oil.
Arrange the vegetables in a single layer, with the tomatoes and jalapeños cut-side down.
Broil for 10-15 minutes, turning the vegetables halfway through, until they are softened and have deep, charred blisters in spots. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
2
Cool and Blend
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the vegetables cool for 5-10 minutes until they are safe to handle.
Carefully transfer the roasted vegetables and any accumulated juices from the pan into a blender or food processor.
Add the fresh cilantro, lime juice, salt, ground cumin, and optional sugar.
Pulse 5-8 times for a chunky salsa, or a few more times for a smoother consistency. Be careful not to over-blend into a thin puree.
Sprinkle with Kashmiri red chilli powder, chaat masala, salt, and the optional finely chopped green chilli.
Pour the fresh lemon juice over the top.
5
Garnish and Serve Immediately
Gently toss everything together with your hands or two forks until the onion rings are evenly coated with the spices.
Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
Serve immediately to enjoy the best crispy texture.
Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning if necessary. You may want more salt for flavor, lime juice for brightness, or a pinch more sugar to balance the acidity.
Transfer the salsa to a bowl or jar, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This resting period is crucial for the flavors to meld and deepen.
Serve chilled or at room temperature with your favorite tortilla chips, tacos, or grilled meats.
