Best Easy Barbacoa de Desayuno Recipe

Slow-cooked barbacoa served fresh in the morning with consomé is a weekend Mexican tradition. This high protein, family-friendly dish is a fresh, rich, carnivore breakfast experience.

Cook 360 min Difficulty NORMAL 320 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • beef chuck roast 3 lbs
  • onion 1 pieces
  • garlic cloves 4 cloves
  • bay leaves 2 pieces
Seasonings/Sauce
  • dried oregano 1 tbsp
  • ground cumin 1.5 tsp
  • smoked paprika 1 tsp
  • chipotle in adobo sauce 2 tbsp
  • salt 2 tsp
  • black pepper 1 tsp
  • beef broth 1 cup
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 6 g 7%
Protein 26 g 33%
Fat 20 g 60%
Serving size 250g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Pat the beef chuck roast dry and cut into large chunks for even cooking.

  2. 2

    Place the beef, sliced onion, whole garlic cloves, and bay leaves into a large slow cooker or Dutch oven.

  3. 3

    In a separate bowl, mix oregano, cumin, paprika, chipotle in adobo, salt, and black pepper. Rub this spice blend thoroughly onto the beef and vegetables.

  4. 4

    Pour the beef broth over all the ingredients, cover tightly, and cook on LOW heat for 6 hours (or in the oven at 275°F).

  5. 5

    After slow cooking, remove the bay leaves, shred the beef with two forks, and skim any excess fat from the consomé. Serve hot with a ladle of broth for a traditional breakfast.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this Barbacoa de Desayuno recipe?
The core ingredient is beef chuck roast, which provides the signature rich, tender meat and deep beefy flavor essential to barbacoa de desayuno. Its marbling makes it ideal for slow-cooking, resulting in melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Q. What spice blend gives this barbacoa its authentic flavor?
A mix of dried oregano, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chipotle in adobo, salt, and black pepper delivers the signature smoky, mildly spicy, and savory flavor profile found in traditional Mexican barbacoa.
Q. How do you ensure the barbacoa stays juicy and doesn't dry out?
Cooking the beef on LOW heat for at least 6 hours with broth ensures the meat becomes fork-tender and juicy, while covered slow cooking retains moisture. Skimming excess fat at serving helps keep the broth (consomé) fresh without greasiness.
Q. How many calories and protein are in each serving?
Each 250g serving of this barbacoa contains about 320 kcal and 26g protein, with protein comprising approximately 33% of total calories—making it a high-protein, satisfying breakfast.
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