Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMezcal Tequila KitchenSouthwestern Beef Barbacoa Bowl Recipe

Southwestern Beef Barbacoa Bowl Recipe

Time2h 30m
Serves4

grilled corn, grape tomato, diced avocado, black beans, cilantro rice, barbacoa bbq sauce

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Ingredients

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For the Barbacoa

For the Cilantro Rice

Method

For the Barbacoa

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chuck Roast

    Season the chuck roast with salt and black pepper on both sides.

  2. 2

    Sear the Meat

    In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chuck roast for about 3-4 minutes on each side until browned. Remove from heat and set aside.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a slow cooker, combine chopped onion, minced garlic, chipotle peppers, cumin, oregano, beef broth, lime juice, salt, and black pepper.

  4. 4

    Cook the Barbacoa

    Add the seared chuck roast to the slow cooker, cover, and cook on low for 8 hours or until the meat is tender and shreds easily.

  5. 5

    Shred the Meat

    Once cooked, remove the roast from the slow cooker and shred the meat with two forks. Return shredded meat to the sauce and mix well.

For the Cilantro Rice

  1. 6

    Cook the Rice

    In a medium saucepan, combine white rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until rice is tender and water is absorbed.

  2. 7

    Flavor the Rice

    Remove from heat, fluff the rice with a fork, and stir in chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt to taste.

For Assembly

  1. 8

    Assemble the Bowls

    In serving bowls, layer the cilantro rice, followed by the barbacoa, then top with grilled corn, grape tomatoes, diced avocado, black beans, and additional cilantro.

  2. 9

    Serve

    Enjoy your Southwestern Beef Barbacoa Bowl warm with your favorite toppings!

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