Low Fat Classic Mexican Barbacoa
Discover the bold, authentic flavors of Mexico with this **Low Fat Classic Mexican Barbacoa** recipe, a healthier twist on a traditional favorite. Made with lean beef chuck roast, aromatic spices like cumin and oregano, and the smoky heat of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, this dish is slow-cooked to perfection for tender, flavorful meat that easily shreds. The recipe uses minimal fat while keeping all the rich, savory essence you love. Serve this barbacoa in warm corn tortillas, garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a zesty, satisfying meal. Perfect for meal prep or a family dinner, this low-fat barbacoa is a nutritious crowd-pleaser ready to elevate your taco night! Keywords: low fat barbacoa, healthy Mexican recipes, slow cooker recipes, lean beef tacos.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds lean beef chuck roast
- 1 large white onion
- 6 whole garlic cloves
- 3 pieces bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 quarter cup apple cider vinegar
- 1.5 cups beef broth
- 1 piece lime
- 12 pieces corn tortillas
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
Instructions
Trim excess fat from the beef chuck roast to ensure a leaner cut. Cut the roast into large chunks.
Peel and quarter the onion, and peel the garlic cloves.
Place the beef chunks in a slow cooker. Add the onion, garlic cloves, and bay leaves.
In a blender or food processor, blend the chipotle peppers, cumin, oregano, black pepper, salt, apple cider vinegar, and beef broth until smooth.
Pour the blended mixture over the beef in the slow cooker, ensuring the meat is well covered with the liquid.
Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the beef is thoroughly cooked and easy to shred.
Once cooked, remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.
Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker, mix well with the remaining juices, and squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture.
Warm the corn tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
Serve the Barbacoa with warm tortillas, topped with freshly chopped cilantro.
Enjoy your delicious, low-fat Barbacoa!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3843 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 183.7 g | 236% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.7 g | 334% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 680 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 4657 mg | 202% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 303.8 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.5 g | 170% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.0 g | ||
| Protein | 244.9 g | 490% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 639 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 38.2 mg | 212% | |
| Potassium | 4990 mg | 106% | |
*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.
