Sweet and Tangy Barbecue Beef

5 from 1 vote

Sweet and Tangy Barbecue Beef- this recipe is a different way to turn a chuck roast into a super flavorful meal. With a short ingredient list, it is super easy to make.

Prep Time20

Cook Time2

Total Time2 20

Course: Dinner, Main Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: shredded beef

Servings:

Equipment

Cheesecloth

Ingredients

3 pounds boneless chuck roast, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 1/2 cups water
2 cups ketchup
1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon dried mustard
1 1/2 tablespoons pickling spice, tied in cheesecloth

Instructions

Place oven rack in the lower third of the oven. Preheat to 300 degrees.
Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Add half of beef and cook until browned on all sides.
Remove to a plate and repeat with remaining oil and beef.
Add water to Dutch oven and scrape up any browned bits on the bottom. Return all beef to the Dutch oven.
Bring to a simmer, place lid on top and transfer to the oven for 1 hour.
Open the Dutch oven. Stir in the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and dry mustard.
Add the spice sack. Place lid back on and return to oven for 1 hour.
Discard spice sack. Remove beef to a large plate. Shred the beef and return to the pot. Check for seasoning and add salt and pepper if needed.

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