Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of smoky and tender barbeque shredded beef. This recipe combines the richness of beef with the tanginess of barbeque sauce, resulting in a comforting and satisfying dish. Perfect for a BBQ gathering or a hearty family meal, this recipe is sure to impress and satisfy everyone's appetite. With a cooking time of a few hours, the beef becomes tender and easily shreddable, allowing the flavors to penetrate every bite. Serve it on a soft bun with a side of coleslaw for a complete and delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 2.5 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 cup barbeque sauce
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- Hamburger buns, for serving
- Coleslaw, for serving
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (162°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the barbeque sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to create the barbeque sauce.
- Place the beef chuck roast in a roasting pan or Dutch oven.
- Pour the barbeque sauce mixture over the beef, coating it evenly.
- Add the beef broth to the pan.
- Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil or a lid.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and cook for approximately 3-4 hours, or until the beef is very tender and easily shreds apart with a fork.
- Remove the pan from the oven and let the beef rest for 10-15 minutes.
- Using two forks, shred the beef apart into small pieces.
- Remove any excess fat from the beef.
- Pour the cooking liquid from the pan into a saucepan and simmer over medium heat until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes. This will be your barbeque sauce.
- Pour the barbeque sauce over the shredded beef and mix well.
- Serve the barbeque shredded beef on hamburger buns with coleslaw on the side.
- Enjoy this delicious and flavorful barbeque shredded beef!
Interesting Facts
Barbeque shredded beef can also be cooked in a slow cooker on low heat for 8-10 hours.
The slow cooking process allows the beef to become extremely tender and flavorful.
You can customize the level of spice in the barbeque sauce by adjusting the amount of cayenne pepper used.
Leftover barbeque shredded beef can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated for future meals.
This recipe is versatile and can be used for tacos, sandwiches, or even as a topping for nachos.