Keto Beef Barbacoa

Tender, smoky, and packed with bold Mexican flavors, this Keto Beef Barbacoa is your ultimate low-carb comfort food! Featuring succulent chunks of seared beef chuck roast slow-cooked to perfection in a rich, zesty sauce made with chipotle peppers, garlic, cumin, and lime juice, this dish delivers protein-packed deliciousness with every bite. Perfect for busy lifestyles, the beef cooks low and slow in a crockpot until it’s irresistibly tender and easy to shred, soaking up the mouthwatering blend of spices and juices. Serve it in low-carb tortillas, over crisp salads, or simply enjoy it as a hearty main dish topped with fresh cilantro or avocado. This keto-friendly recipe is as versatile as it is flavorful, making it a must-try for your next meal prep or family dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:505 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 pounds Beef chuck roast
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, chopped
• 6 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 3 peppers Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 3 leaves Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by cutting the beef chuck roast into large chunks, about 3 inches each.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef chunks on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer the seared beef to a slow cooker.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant. Add this mixture to the slow cooker.

Step 4

In a blender, combine the chipotle peppers, beef broth, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, ground cumin, dried oregano, ground cloves, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.

Step 5

Pour the blended sauce over the beef in the slow cooker, making sure all the beef is covered.

Step 6

Add the bay leaves to the slow cooker.

Step 7

Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove bay leaves and use two forks to shred the beef directly in the slow cooker, mixing it well with the juices.

Step 9

Serve the Keto Beef Barbacoa as desired, whether in low-carb tortillas, on top of salads, or as a main protein dish.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh cilantro or avocado slices if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1898.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3829.7

Total Fat 303.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 113.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1020.6mg	0%
Sodium 4475.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 32.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.7g	0%
Total Sugars 7.1g
Protein 253.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 304.9mg	0%
Iron 41.1mg	0%
Potassium 4406.0mg	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: 70.6%

Protein: 26.1%

Carbs: 3.3%