Incredible Shredded Barbecued Beef Recipe

Name: Incredible Shredded Barbecued Beef
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lbs boneless beef chuck roast; 3 tablespoons cooking oil, divided; 2 large onions, chopped; 1 cup ketchup; 1 cup beef broth; 2/3 cup chili sauce; 1/4 cup cider vinegar; 1/4 cup packed brown sugar; 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 2 tablespoons prepared mustard; 2 tablespoons molasses; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 12 -16 kaiser rolls or 12 -16 hamburger buns

Servings: persons

4 lbs boneless beef chuck roast
3 tablespoons cooking oil, divided
2 large onions, chopped
1 cup ketchup
1 cup beef broth
2/3 cup chili sauce
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
2 tablespoons molasses
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon pepper
12 -16 kaiser rolls or 12 -16 hamburger buns

1
In a Dutch oven, brown roast on all sides in 1 tablespoon oil.
2
Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute onions in remaining oil until tender.
3
Add remaining ingredients except rolls; bring to a boil.
4
Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally,.
5
Pour over roast.
6
Cover and bake at 325 degrees for 2 hours; turn the roast and bake for 2 more hours or until meat is very tender.
7
Remove roast; shred with a fork and return to sauce.
8
Serve on rolls.
9
To freeze: Prepare as directed. Allow to cool and place in a freezer bag. Seal, pushing out as much air as possible. Label and freeze.
10
To serve: Thaw in fridge and reheat on stovetop.

1878

kcal

Calories

119

Fat

Carbs

171

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 lbs boneless beef chuck roast, 3 tablespoons cooking oil, divided, 2 large onions, chopped, 1 cup ketchup, and more.

Yes, Incredible Shredded Barbecued Beef falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Incredible Shredded Barbecued Beef

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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