Sugar-Free Slow-Cooked BBQ Beef
Indulge in the savory perfection of Sugar-Free Slow-Cooked BBQ Beef, a guilt-free delight that’s packed with bold flavors and tender textures. This recipe transforms a hearty beef chuck roast into a melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece, thanks to an irresistible homemade BBQ sauce made from wholesome ingredients like tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and Worcestershire sauce—without any added sugar. Slow-cooked to perfection over eight hours, this dish is infused with rich depth from a splash of liquid smoke, ensuring every bite bursts with smoky, tangy goodness. Searing the roast beforehand locks in those juices, and after shredding, the beef is blended back into the luscious sauce for maximum flavor. Perfect for meal prepping, casual gatherings, or weeknight dinners, this versatile dish can be served with roasted veggies, piled high on sandwiches, or enjoyed as-is. Healthy, delicious, and incredibly easy to make, it’s a BBQ favorite you’ll crave again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Beef chuck roast
- 6 ounces Tomato paste
- 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
Begin by trimming any excess fat from the beef chuck roast and patting it dry with paper towels.
In a large bowl, mix together the tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, ground black pepper, salt, beef broth, Dijon mustard, and chili powder to create the BBQ sauce.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chuck roast for about 4 minutes on each side, or until it is browned all over.
Place the seared beef chuck roast into the slow cooker.
Pour the prepared sugar-free BBQ sauce over the beef. Ensure the beef is well-coated.
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set it to cook on low for 8 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
Once cooked, remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
Return the shredded beef to the sauce in the slow cooker and stir to combine.
Serve the BBQ beef warm. It pairs well with roasted vegetables, salad, or used as a filling for sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3971 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 307.9 g | 395% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.8 g | 569% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1021 mg | 340% | |
| Sodium | 5551 mg | 241% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.3 g | ||
| Protein | 256.2 g | 512% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 296 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 45.2 mg | 251% | |
| Potassium | 6114 mg | 130% | |
*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.
