Description
This Pulled Beef Sandwich recipe features tender, slow-cooked beef chuck roast shredded and tossed in a rich barbecue sauce. Perfectly balanced with smoky, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors, this sandwich comes alive with optional toppings like coleslaw, pickles, or cheese for added texture and taste. Ideal for a satisfying lunch or dinner, it’s easy to prepare in a slow cooker, making it a convenient and delicious meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 pounds beef chuck roast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 sandwich buns
Optional Toppings
- Coleslaw
- Pickles
- Cheese slices
Instructions
- Season the Beef: Thoroughly season the beef chuck roast on all sides with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and chili powder to infuse it with bold flavors.
- Sear the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef on each side until it is browned and caramelized, about 3 to 4 minutes per side, to develop deep flavor.
- Prepare Slow Cooker: Transfer the seared beef roast to your slow cooker. Add the sliced onions, minced garlic, beef broth, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar to the slow cooker, stirring gently to combine the liquids and aromatics around the beef.
- Slow Cook the Beef: Cover and cook the beef on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours, until the meat is fall-apart tender and shreds easily with a fork.
- Shred the Beef: Remove the cooked beef from the slow cooker and use two forks to shred it finely. Return the shredded beef back to the cooking juices in the slow cooker and stir well to coat the meat evenly with the flavorful sauce.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Pile generous portions of the pulled beef onto sandwich buns. Add optional toppings such as coleslaw, pickles, or cheese according to your preference, and serve warm for the best taste experience.
Notes
- This pulled beef is also delicious served over baked potatoes, rice, or as a topping on nachos for versatile meal options.
- Store leftover pulled beef in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze it for up to 3 months to enjoy later.
- For a dairy-free option, omit the cheese topping when serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours (low) or 5 hours (high)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich with bun
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 910 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg
