Slow Cooker Barbacoa & Creamy Jalapeño Slaw | PALEO, Whole30
Servings: 6
Calories: 487kcal
For the Barbacoa
- 2-3 lbs chuck roast
- 1 tbsp cooking fat
- 1 1/2 tbsp cumin
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 2 tsp chipotle powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp cloves
- 2 juice of limes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 4 tsp minced garlic
- 1 cup tomato sauce
For the Creamy Jalapeño Slaw
- 16 oz shredded slaw (green cabbage, purple cabbage, carrots)
- 1 small jalapeno seeds removed and finely diced
- 1/2 cup mayo
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 1/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2-3 limes (juice)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Barbacoa
Cut the chuck roast into large chunks (about 3").
Heat cooking fat in a large skillet over medium high. Add the chunks of beef and brown for a couple of minutes per side (don't worry about cooking through, just looking to add some color).
Transfer the meat to a slow cooker and add the remaining barbacoa ingredients (spices, lime juice, beef broth, garlic, and tomato sauce). Give it a stir and set the slow cooker to cook on "low" for 8 hours, or "high" for 6 hours.
Use two forks to shred the meat, reserving some of the liquid left behind.
For the Creamy Jalapeño Slaw
In a mixing bowl, combine the mayo, coconut milk, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, and salt & pepper, whisking until smooth.
Add the slaw, jalapeño, and cilantro to the dressing and toss to combine.
Refrigerate until ready to serve!
- Try these served up our favorite style: as "barbacoa taco bowls" with cauliflower rice topped with slaw & barbacoa. Garnish with guac, sliced avocado, diced red onion, fresh salsa, or halved baby tomatoes.
- Not doing a Whole30? Grab a pack of Siete tortillas (or another grain-free variety if you're Paleo) and make tacos! Layer slaw, barbacoa, and avocado slices in a tortilla, and top with a squeeze of fresh lime or spoonful of fresh salsa.
- INSTANT POT VARIATION FOR THE BARBACOA:
- Set the Instant Pot to "sauté" mode. Once the metal insert is hot, melt the cooking fat.
- Add the beef, cooking until browned on all sides (not cooked through).
- Turn the heat off, and stir in the remaining barbacoa ingredients.
- Make sure the lid is locked and the vent is set to "sealing". Cook on "meat/stew" (high pressure) for 15 minutes, then allow the pressure to release naturally. (You can also release manually if you're pressed for time).
- Shred the meat using two forks, and reserve the cooking liquid.
Calories: 487kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 112mg | Sodium: 1221mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Iron: 6mg