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BBQ Pulled Beef Bowls

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
Enjoy tender, flavorful pulled beef served over rice with fresh coleslaw and garnishes for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 3-4 pounds beef chuck roast (trimmed and cut into 2-3 large pieces)
  • 1 large yellow onion (roughly chopped)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1.5 cups your favorite BBQ sauce (plus more for serving)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups uncooked white rice
  • 4 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 2 cups shredded carrots
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (for garnish)

Dill pickle slices

Instructions 

  • Pat the beef dry, season with salt and pepper. In a Dutch oven, add onion and garlic, then place beef on top.
  • Pour in beef broth, BBQ sauce, and vinegar. Cover and bake at 300°F (150°C) for 3-4 hours or until tender.
  • Shred the cooked beef with forks, discard fat, then stir back into the sauce. Simmer to thicken if needed.
  • Cook rice according to package instructions. Mix cabbage and carrots for coleslaw.
  • Assemble bowls with rice, pulled beef, coleslaw, and garnish with herbs and pickle slices. Serve with extra BBQ sauce.

Notes

Cooking low and slow ensures tender, flavorful meat. Adjust BBQ sauce for desired sweetness and spice.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $20
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: BBQ, Beef, slow cooker