Follow these steps for perfect results
apple cider vinegar
lime juice
chipotle peppers
canned
garlic cloves
cumin
toasted and ground
dried Mexican oregano
ground black pepper
salt
clove
toasted and ground
vegetable oil
chuck roast
chicken broth
bay leaves
tomatoes
diced
red onion
diced
fresh cilantro
minced
jalapenos
minced
lime juice
salt
pinto beans
canned (with liquid)
bacon fat
dried Mexican oregano
water
converted rice
butter
salt
fresh cilantro
minced
lime juice
flour tortillas
12 inch
cheddar cheese
shredded
guacamole
sour cream
Combine apple cider vinegar, lime juice, chipotle peppers, garlic, cumin, oregano, black pepper, salt, and clove in a blender and puree until smooth to create the adobo sauce.
Trim the fat from the chuck roast and slice into 6 smaller pieces.
Sear all sides of the meat in vegetable oil in a large stockpot or dutch oven over medium heat until browned.
Add the adobo sauce to the meat, then pour in the chicken broth and add the bay leaves.
Cover the pot and simmer over med/low heat for 5-6 hours, turning the meat every 30 minutes.
After 4 hours, remove the lid from the pot.
After 5 hours, the meat should be easily shredded with tongs into bite-size chunks.
Combine diced tomatoes, diced red onion, minced cilantro, minced jalapenos, lime juice, and salt in a bowl to make the pico de gallo.
Cover the pico de gallo and chill in the refrigerator while the barbacoa is cooking.
Combine pinto beans, bacon fat, and oregano in a medium saucepan.
Simmer for 30-40 minutes or until most of the liquid is gone and the beans are soft.
Keep the beans covered until the meat is ready.
Combine water, rice, butter, and salt in a large saucepan.
Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to low, cover saucepan, and simmer for 20 minutes.
When the rice is done, stir in the cilantro and lime juice.
Keep the rice covered until you are ready to assemble the burritos.
Heat a flour tortilla on a large skillet or wrapped in moist paper towels in the microwave.
Spoon a portion of barbacoa meat, cilantro-lime rice, beans, pico de gallo, and cheese into the tortilla.
Add sour cream and/or guacamole, if desired.
Fold in the sides, tightly roll the tortilla, and serve.
Expert advice for the best results
For a spicier barbacoa, add more chipotle peppers or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the adobo sauce.
Make the pico de gallo a few hours in advance to allow the flavors to meld.
Warm the tortillas before filling to make them more pliable and easier to roll.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Barbacoa and Pico de Gallo can be made a day in advance.
Serve burritos on a plate with a side of guacamole and sour cream.
Serve with Mexican rice and refried beans.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
Pairs well with spicy flavors.
Classic Mexican cocktail.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Barbacoa is a traditional Mexican dish often served during celebrations and gatherings.
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