Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsElement Gastropub2 Barbacoa Tacos + Chips & Pico Recipe

2 Barbacoa Tacos + Chips & Pico Recipe

Inspired by Element Gastropub
Time8h 10m
Serves2

housemade barbacoa topped with cilantro, onion and served w/ chips & pico (gluten-free)

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Ingredients

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Barbacoa Tacos

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Barbacoa

    In a slow cooker, add the beef chuck roast, beef broth, chipotle peppers, cumin, oregano, minced garlic, chopped onion, lime juice, and salt. Mix well.

  2. 2

    Cook the Barbacoa

    Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the beef is tender and easily shredded.

  3. 3

    Shred the Beef

    Once cooked, remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and mix with the juices.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Tacos

    Warm the corn tortillas in a skillet or microwave. Fill each tortilla with barbacoa, then top with chopped onion and cilantro.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Serve the tacos with chips and pico de gallo on the side.

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