Slow Cooker Beef Barbacoa (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Meat & Aromatics

01 - 4 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 3-inch chunks
02 - 1 yellow onion, diced
03 - 5 garlic cloves, minced

→ Seasonings & Spices

04 - 3-4 chipotles in adobo sauce, finely diced
05 - ¼ cup fresh lime juice
06 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
07 - 1 tablespoon ground cumin
08 - ½ tablespoon dried oregano
09 - 2 teaspoons kosher salt
10 - 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
11 - ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
12 - ¾ cup beef stock
13 - 3 bay leaves

# Instructions:

01 - Toss all ingredients (except bay leaves) into your slow cooker. Use tongs to gently mix everything together until well combined.
02 - Add the bay leaves, cover the slow cooker, and let it work its magic on low for 8-9 hours or high for 4-5 hours. You'll know it's ready when the beef falls apart easily with a fork.
03 - Transfer the tender beef to a cutting board and shred it using two forks. The meat should pull apart effortlessly.
04 - Put the shredded beef back into the slow cooker and stir it around to soak up all those amazing flavors and juices.
05 - Serve straight from the slow cooker or plate it up with some fresh cilantro and lime wedges for that perfect finishing touch.

# Notes:

01 - This Mexican beef barbacoa is incredibly juicy and meltingly tender, packed with flavorful chilies and spices.
02 - Perfect for tacos, burritos, rice bowls, or any Mexican-inspired meal.