Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
🍖 1.5 kg of beef chuck | 🧄 3 cloves of garlic, minced |
🧅 2 red onions, sliced | 🌿 1 tablespoon of herbs (thyme, bay leaf) |
🫒 2 tablespoons of olive oil | 🍯 250 ml of barbecue sauce |
🧂 Salt and pepper to taste | 🥔 Side dish of your choice (mashed potatoes, bread, etc.) |
Utensils
🍲 Large oven-proof pot | 🧂 Wooden spoon |
🔪 Kitchen knife | 🍽️ Serving plate |
🎛️ Cooking thermometer | 🥄 Tablespoon |
📏 Plastic wrap | ⚖️ Kitchen scale |
Preparation step by step
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 3 hours
Resting time: None
Total cooking time: 3 hours 15 minutes
Step 1: In a large pot, heat a bit of oil and brown the beef on all sides.
Step 2: Once the meat is nicely browned, add the barbecue sauce, ensuring it coats the meat evenly.
Step 3: Cover the pot and place it in the preheated oven to cook for about 3 hours to tenderize the meat.
Step 4: When the cooking is finished, remove the meat from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before shredding.
Step 5: Use two forks to shred the meat, then mix it with the sauce left in the pot.
Step 6: Serve this shredded beef on bread or with sides of your choice to enjoy!
The shredded beef is a recipe that will appeal to many tables, both for its simplicity and its flavors. To make this comforting dish, only a few basic ingredients and slow cooking are needed. By browning the meat and enveloping it in a flavorful marinade, you will have a tender and tasty result, ideal for a convivial meal. Whether in tacos, spaghetti, or served with homemade mashed potatoes, the accompaniment options are numerous.
By opting for cuts like chuck or shank, you will get meat that easily shreds with a fork. Don’t hesitate to use your favorite barbecue sauce or to add spices to personalize your recipe. Let yourself be swept away by the delight of this preparation!