Low Fat Beef Barbacoa

Savor the bold and smoky flavors of this Low Fat Beef Barbacoa, a healthier twist on a classic Mexican favorite. Made with lean beef brisket or flank steak, this dish is slow-cooked to tender perfection in a zesty marinade of low-sodium beef broth, chipotle peppers, lime juice, and aromatic spices. By trimming excess fat and using wholesome ingredients, this recipe delivers all the deliciousness without the guilt. Ideal for meal prep or feeding a crowd, it pairs perfectly with tacos, burrito bowls, or fresh salads. With just 20 minutes of prep and the magic of a slow cooker, you’ll have a mouthwatering, protein-packed meal that’s as versatile as it is flavorful. Perfect for anyone looking for a healthy yet satisfying dinner option!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 pounds lean beef brisket or flank steak
• 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 4 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 pieces bay leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 large onion, quartered

Directions

Step 1

Trim any visible fat from the beef brisket or flank steak and cut into large chunks.

Step 2

In a blender or food processor, combine the low-sodium beef broth, white vinegar, lime juice, minced garlic, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, ground cumin, dried oregano, ground black pepper, and salt. Blend until smooth to create the marinade.

Step 3

Place the beef chunks into a large bowl or a zip-top bag. Pour the marinade over the beef, ensuring all pieces are coated. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least an hour or overnight for deeper flavor infusion.

Step 4

Transfer the marinated beef and all the marinade into a slow cooker. Add the quartered onion and bay leaves.

Step 5

Set the slow cooker to low and let it cook for about 6 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily shredded with a fork.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Skim any fat that has risen to the top of the cooking liquid in the slow cooker.

Step 8

Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker, stir well to mix with the juices, and allow it to warm through before serving.

Step 9

Serve the Low Fat Beef Barbacoa with your choice of tortillas, tacos, burrito bowls, or on top of salads.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1439.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1655.1

Total Fat 66.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 635.0mg	0%
Sodium 2090.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.4g	0%
Total Sugars 8.8g
Protein 224.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 235.8mg	0%
Iron 26.4mg	0%
Potassium 3725.8mg	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: 36.8%

Protein: 55.5%

Carbs: 7.8%