Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsClavelBarbacoa Recipe

Barbacoa Recipe

Inspired by Clavel
Time8h
Serves6

Beef brisket with spicy sauce.

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Ingredients

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Beef

Method

Preparation of Beef

  1. 1

    Season the Brisket

    Rub the beef brisket with salt and black pepper evenly on all sides. Let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Sear the Brisket

    In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sear the brisket on all sides until browned (about 4-5 minutes per side). Remove from heat and set aside.

Making the Spicy Sauce

  1. 3

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a blender, combine chipotle peppers, minced garlic, diced onion, cumin, oregano, lime juice, and beef broth. Blend until smooth.

Cooking the Barbacoa

  1. 4

    Combine and Cook

    In a slow cooker, place the seared brisket and pour the spicy sauce over it. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the meat is tender and easily shreds.

  2. 5

    Shred the Beef

    Once cooked, remove the brisket from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the cooker and stir to combine with the sauce.

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