Chipotle-Style Barbacoa

Savor deep, authentic flavor with grass-fed proteins and antioxidant-rich spices, free from industrial seed oils and hidden sugars.

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Ingredients

  • 2 lbs organic grass-fed beef chuck roast
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 3 cloves organic garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chipotle powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup diced white onion
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 tsp medjool date paste
  • 1 cup organic grass-fed beef bone broth

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Instructions

  1. Pat the beef roast dry and season with sea salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat avocado oil in a heavy Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear the meat on all sides until deeply browned, then remove from the pot.
  4. Add diced onion, minced garlic, chipotle, cumin, oregano, and ground cloves to the pot; sauté for 2 minutes.
  5. Deglaze the pot with apple cider vinegar and lime juice, stirring to loosen any browned bits from the bottom.
  6. Return the beef roast to the pot, add the bay leaves, and stir in the medjool date paste and bone broth.
  7. Cover and braise in a 300°F oven (or simmer on low heat) for approximately 2.5 to 3 hours until the meat is tender enough to shred.
  8. Remove from heat, discard the bay leaves, shred the beef with two forks, and toss lightly to incorporate the remaining cooking juices.

FAQ

Can I use regular beef instead of grass-fed?

Using organic grass-fed beef is ideal as it typically contains more nutrients and does not have added hormones. However, if unavailable, regular organic beef is an acceptable alternative.

Why should I use apple cider vinegar?

Apple cider vinegar adds a tangy flavor and tenderizes the meat without relying on processed additives.

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