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Smoked Barbacoa Beef Tacos
A flavorful and tender slow-cooked beef dish from Mexico, served in tacos with fresh toppings.
⏱425 min🍽4-6 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●2 pounds beef brisketfat cap intact
- ●2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo saucedepending on desired heat
- ●1 medium onionchopped
- ●3 cloves garlicminced
- ●2 teaspoons cuminground
- ●1 teaspoon chili powderground
- ●1 teaspoon saltground
- ●2 tablespoons lime juicefreshly squeezed
- ●chopped fresh cilantrofor garnish
- ●8-10 corn tortillasgluten-free
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat smoker to 225°F (110°C).
- 2
Season beef brisket with salt, cumin, and chili powder.
- 3
Place beef in smoker and cook for 4-5 hours, or until tender.
- 4
While beef is cooking, combine chipotle peppers, onion, garlic, and lime juice in a blender.
- 5
Blend until smooth and set aside.
- 6
Once beef is done, remove from heat and let rest for 10 minutes.
- 7
Shred beef with two forks and add chipotle mixture. Stir to combine.
- 8
Warm tortillas by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20-30 seconds.
- 9
Assemble tacos with shredded beef, cilantro, and any desired toppings.
- 10
Serve immediately and enjoy!