Experience a fiesta of flavors with our Keto Chipotle Barbacoa! Tender chuck roast infused with smoky Chipotle seasoning served over crisp lettuce leaves for a delicious low-carb meal.
Season the beef with Chipotle seasoning, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Massage the seasonings into the meat, ensuring it is evenly coated.
Allow it to rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. For an even deeper flavor, let it marinate overnight.
Cook the beef barbacoa
Heat olive oil in a cast-iron pot over medium-high heat.
Once the pot is hot, add the seasoned beef and sear it for 3-4 minutes per side, allowing it to develop a nice brown crust.
Reduce the heat to low and add the beef broth, minced garlic, red chili paste, and lime juice to the pot. Stir the ingredients together, ensuring the chuck roast is well-coated.
Cover the pot with a lid and let the meat simmer gently for 3-4 hours or until it becomes tender and easily shreds with a fork. During this time, periodically turn the chuck roast to ensure even cooking. Add more broth to the pot if needed to prevent the meat from drying out.
Once the meat is fully cooked and tender, remove it from the pot and let it rest for a few minutes.
Use two forks to shred the chuck roast into bite-sized pieces, pulling the meat apart along its natural fibers.
Serve the Chipotle barbacoa
To serve, grab a lettuce leaf and scoop a generous amount of the shredded beef onto it.
Top the beef with extra toppings like sliced avocado, pickled jalapenos, and red onions for an added burst of flavor and crunch.
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Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Chipotle Barbacoa
Amount Per Serving
Calories 403Calories from Fat 252
% Daily Value*
Fat 28g43%
Saturated Fat 10g63%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 15g
Cholesterol 117mg39%
Sodium 629mg27%
Potassium 786mg22%
Carbohydrates 6g2%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 35g70%
Vitamin A 2265IU45%
Vitamin C 9mg11%
Calcium 74mg7%
Iron 5mg28%
*
Nutritional values are estimates only and do not include carbs from sugar alcohols.
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