Dairy-Free Hawaiian Barbecue Beef

Experience a tropical twist on comfort food with this Dairy-Free Hawaiian Barbecue Beef recipe, a slow-cooked masterpiece bursting with sweet and savory flavors. Perfect for those avoiding dairy, this dish pairs tender, fall-apart beef chuck roast with a luscious sauce made from pineapple juice, coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of fresh ginger. The secret lies in slow cooking the seasoned roast until it’s effortlessly shred-able, then tossing it in a rich, thickened sauce for maximum flavor. Serve it over fluffy rice or tucked into crisp lettuce wraps for a versatile, crowd-pleasing meal. With simple ingredients, bold Hawaiian-inspired flavors, and allergen-friendly preparation, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite for weeknight dinners and special occasions alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef chuck roast
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 0.5 cup coconut aminos
• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup light brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 4 green onions, sliced

Directions

Step 1

Trim any excess fat from the beef chuck roast and season it with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika on all sides.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sear the beef on all sides until browned. This should take about 8-10 minutes. Transfer the beef to a slow cooker.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook for about 3-4 minutes until soft. Then, add the pineapple juice, coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, light brown sugar, and minced ginger. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 4

Pour the sauce over the beef in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours until the beef is tender and shreds easily.

Step 5

Once cooked, remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.

Step 6

For a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Stir this slurry into the sauce in the slow cooker and turn the heat to high, cooking for an additional 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Step 7

Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and mix well with the sauce.

Step 8

Serve the dairy-free Hawaiian barbecue beef over rice or in lettuce wraps, garnishing with sliced green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1585.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2861.3

Total Fat 182.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 680.4mg	0%
Sodium 5069.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 141.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g	0%
Total Sugars 113.5g
Protein 166.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 236.7mg	0%
Iron 26.4mg	0%
Potassium 3186.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.1%

Protein: 23.2%

Carbs: 19.7%