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Chipotle copycat

Chipotle Barbacoa copycat recipe

Tender chipotle beef that turns rice bowls, tacos, and lunches into one cook session.

Cook time

2 hr 50 min

Servings

6 servings

Cuisine

Mexican-American

Category

Dinner

Test kitchen rating

5.0/5

Restaurant price

$13.75 / bowl

Homemade estimate

$3.50 / serving

Ingredients

  • Beef chuck
  • Chipotle peppers in adobo
  • Garlic
  • Cumin and oregano
  • Beef broth
  • Lime

Nutrition estimate

Approximate per-serving nutrition for planning purposes.

Calories
410 calories
Protein
36 grams
Carbs
8 grams
Fat
25 grams

Step-by-step

  1. 1Sear beef until browned on all sides.
  2. 2Blend chipotle, garlic, spices, broth, and lime.
  3. 3Braise until the beef shreds easily.
  4. 4Serve over rice with beans, salsa, and greens.

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