Jul 14 2026

Barbacoa Burrito Recipe

Time9h
Serves4

Indulge in our Barbacoa Burrito, a hearty wrap filled with tender, slow-cooked beef marinated in a blend of rich spices. Each bite unveils layers of flavor complemented by zesty cilantro-lime rice, black beans, and fresh pico de gallo. All enveloped in a warm, flour tortilla and drizzled with creamy chipotle sauce for that perfect kick. A satisfying feast that will transport your taste buds straight to the streets of Mexico!

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Ingredients

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Barbacoa Filling

Method

Barbacoa Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beef

    In a slow cooker, add the beef chuck roast.

  2. 2

    Add Aromatics

    Chop the onion and garlic. Add them to the slow cooker with the chipotle peppers.

  3. 3

    Add Liquids and Spices

    Pour in the beef broth, lime juice, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper.

  4. 4

    Cook

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

  5. 5

    Shred the Beef

    Once cooked, shred the beef with two forks and stir it back into the juices.

Burrito Assembly

  1. 6

    Warm Tortillas

    Warm the flour tortillas in a skillet or microwave until pliable.

  2. 7

    Assemble the Burrito

    On each tortilla, layer with rice, black beans, shredded barbacoa, cheddar cheese, sour cream, and cilantro.

  3. 8

    Roll and Serve

    Fold in the sides and roll the burrito tightly. Serve with extra lime wedges on the side.

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