Barbacoa Beef Tacos
A flavorful and tender beef barbacoa recipe, served in a crunchy taco shell with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a party with friends.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound beef brisketcut into large chunks
- ●2 bulbs fennelbulb and fronds
- ●1 cup tangy BBQ sauce
- ●2 teaspoons mellow cumin
- ●2 tablespoons barbacoa seasoning
- ●8-10 corn tortillas
- ●1 cup shredded cheese
- ●1/4 cup fresh cilantrochopped
- ●4-6 lime wedges
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
- 2
In a large Dutch oven, combine beef chunks, fennel bulb, onion, and barbacoa seasoning.
- 3
Pour in tangy BBQ sauce and cumin. Mix well to combine.
- 4
Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven.
- 5
Braise the beef for 2 1/2 hours, or until it is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- 6
Remove the pot from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- 7
Shred the beef with two forks and stir in some of the juices.
- 8
Warm the tortillas by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20-30 seconds.
- 9
Assemble tacos by spooning beef onto a tortilla, topping with cheese, and serving with a lime wedge and a sprinkle of cilantro.
- 10
Serve immediately and enjoy!