Elaine's Sweet and Tangy Loose Beef BBQ

Elaine's Sweet and Tangy Loose Beef BBQ
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    8 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    8 hrs 30 mins
  • SERVING
    24 People
  • VIEWS
    841

Transform simple chuck roast into a flavor explosion with this easy-to-make, tangy, and irresistibly delicious loose beef BBQ. Perfect for sandwiches, sliders, or topping your favorite baked potato, this recipe requires minimal hands-on time and delivers maximum flavor.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    11 g
  • Cholesterol
    60 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    16 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    595 mg
  • Sugar
    9 g
  • Fat
    14 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Place the chuck roast into a slow cooker along with 1 cup of water. Cover and cook on LOW for 2-4 hours, or until the beef is easily shredded with a fork. (Cook time: 2-4 hours)

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02 Step

Recipe View Shred the beef, removing any excess fat as you go. Remove 1/2 cup of the broth from the slow cooker and reserve for later. (Prep time: 15 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View Add the white vinegar, brown sugar, dry mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and ketchup to the shredded beef. Mix in the salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, and minced garlic. Stir well to ensure the meat is evenly coated with the sauce. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View Cover and continue to cook the beef on LOW for an additional 4-6 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and deepen. Add the reserved broth only if necessary to maintain desired moisture levels. (Cook time: 4-6 hours)

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Recipe View Serve the Sweet and Tangy Loose Beef BBQ on toasted buns, slider rolls, or your favorite bread. Garnish with coleslaw or pickles for a complete meal. The cooked meat freezes well for future use. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

For a richer flavor, try using apple cider vinegar instead of white vinegar.
Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to control the level of spiciness. Start with less and add more to taste.
If you don't have brown sugar, you can substitute with an equal amount of granulated sugar and a tablespoon of molasses.
For a smoky flavor, add a teaspoon of liquid smoke to the slow cooker during the last hour of cooking.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 280 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Frederique Weimann

    Freezes beautifully. I made a big batch and portioned it out for quick weeknight dinners.

  • Damien Cronin

    I was skeptical about the ketchup, but it totally works! So easy and so good.

  • Estella Homenick

    I added a chopped onion to the slow cooker in the beginning, and it added great depth of flavor.

  • Lenore Vonrueden

    Made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone asked for the recipe.

  • Curtis Schaefer

    This recipe is a keeper! My family devoured it. The perfect balance of sweet and tangy.

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