Best 20 Barbecued Beef Recipes

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Are you looking for a tantalizing and flavorful barbecued beef recipe? Look no further! Whether you prefer a classic charcoal grill or a modern smoker, preparing a delicious barbecue beef dish is an art that requires the perfect balance of spices, cooking techniques, and patience. In this article, we will guide you through the process of creating mouthwatering barbecued beef that will impress your family and friends. From selecting the right cut of beef to preparing the perfect marinade or rub, we will provide you with all the essential tips and tricks to achieve a smoky, tender, and juicy barbecue beef that will be the highlight of your next gathering.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKED BARBECUED BEEF SANDWICHES



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Chuck roast makes delicious shredded beef sandwiches after simmering in a rich, homemade sauce all day. The meat is tender and juicy and takes minutes to prepare for a weeknight dinner or potluck. -Tatina Smith, San Angelo, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 8h35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds)
1-1/2 cups ketchup
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon liquid smoke, optional
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
12 sandwich buns, split
Sliced onions, dill pickles and pickled jalapenos, optional

Steps:

  • Cut roast in half and place in a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, liquid smoke if desired and seasonings. Pour over beef., Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until meat is tender. Remove meat; cool slightly. Skim fat from cooking liquid., Shred beef with two forks; return to the slow cooker. Cover and cook for 15 minutes or until heated through. Using a slotted spoon, place 1/2 cup on each bun. Serve with onions, pickles and jalapenos if desired. Freeze option: Place individual portions of cooled meat mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwave-safe dish until heated through, gently stirring and adding a little broth / water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 1052mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

BARBECUED BEEF



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This dish is zesty and yummy! It is very easy to make, as well as very deserving of 3 exclamation points!!! Spoon meat onto toasted sandwich buns, and top with additional barbecue sauce.

Provided by CORWYNN DARKHOLME

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 10h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ cups ketchup
¼ cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons prepared Dijon-style mustard
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 (4 pound) boneless chuck roast

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine ketchup, brown sugar, red wine vinegar, Dijon-style mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and liquid smoke. Stir in salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Place chuck roast in a slow cooker. Pour ketchup mixture over chuck roast. Cover, and cook on Low for 8 to 10 hours.
  • Remove chuck roast from slow cooker, shred with a fork, and return to the slow cooker. Stir meat to evenly coat with sauce. Continue cooking approximately 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Cholesterol 65.4 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 18.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 562.3 mg, Sugar 11.6 g

BARBECUED BEEF BRISKET



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A guest at the RV park and marina my husband and I used to run gave me this flavorful brisket recipe. It's become the star of countless meal gatherings, from potlucks to holiday dinners. Husband Ed and our five grown children look forward to it as much as our Christmas turkey. -Bettye Miller, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup canola oil
3 tablespoons dark corn syrup
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
1 garlic clove, minced
BRISKET:
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 fresh beef brisket (2 to 2-1/2 pounds), trimmed

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the first nine ingredients; cook and stir over medium heat 3-4 minutes or until brown sugar is dissolved. Transfer to a disposable foil pan., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown brisket on both sides. Place in foil pan, turning to coat with sauce. Cover pan tightly with foil., Place pan on grill rack over indirect medium heat. Grill, covered, 2 to 2-1/4 hours or until meat is tender., Remove from heat. Remove brisket from pan; tent with foil and let stand 10 minutes. Meanwhile, skim fat from sauce in pan. Cut brisket diagonally across the grain into thin slices; serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 437 calories, Fat 20g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 392mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 31g protein.

OVEN BARBECUED BEEF BRISKET I



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This is a great recipe for the family on the go as it needs very little attention. Choose a brisket that weighs between 4 and 5 pounds, depending on how many you are feeding.

Provided by JMOOSE

Categories     Main Dish Recipes

Time 5h10m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 pounds beef brisket
salt to taste
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup barbecue sauce
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (160 degrees).
  • Sprinkle both sides of brisket with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Place in a large covered roasting pan.
  • Cook covered with no water at 325 degrees F (160 degrees C) allowing 1 hour per pound.
  • Before last hour of cooking, remove brisket and slice. Return slices to pan and add barbecue sauce mixed with water. Cover meat with sauce, cover, and cook 1 hour longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 672.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.4 g, Cholesterol 147.2 mg, Fat 53.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 34.2 g, SaturatedFat 21.6 g, Sodium 440 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

BULGOGI (KOREAN BARBECUED BEEF)



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 pounds sirloin or flank steak
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons Asian (dark) sesame oil
2 tablespoons rice wine or sherry
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
4 scallions, minced
1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled, crushed and finely chopped
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
Freshly ground black pepper
1 head red leaf lettuce, separated into leaves, washed and dried
Sliced green chilies
Whole peeled and sliced garlic cloves
Bean paste
Pepper paste
White rice

Steps:

  • Score the meat, if necessary, and place between two pieces of plastic wrap, pound lightly with meat pounder, lightly, to tenderize. Slice the meat on the diagonal into thin strips. Place the meat in a shallow non-reactive baking dish. In a large bowl combine the marinade ingredients and pour them over the meat, mixing well. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours. Preheat the grill. Remove the meat from the marinade. Over high heat grill for 1 to 2 minutes on each side, until meat is nicely browned. Alternately, the meat may be cooked in a very hot frying pan. Wrap a few pieces of beef in a lettuce leaf and all or any of the garnishes. Eat at once.;
  • Julienned scallions mixed with chopped red leaf lettuce, red pepper flakes, sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, black pepper .
  • Daikon julienned with vinegar, pickled radish, carrot, julienned .

SLOW-COOKED BARBECUED BEEF BRISKET



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"I enjoy fixing a sit-down meal for my husband and myself every evening, so this entree is often on the menu," writes Anita Keppinger from Philomath, Oregon. "It's fairly inexpensive and takes little effort to prepare. The tender beef tastes wonderful."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 fresh beef brisket (2-1/2 pounds), trimmed
SAUCE:
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup chili sauce
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons Liquid Smoke, optional
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; rub over brisket. Place in a 3-qt. slow cooker. , In a large bowl, combine the sauce ingredients. Pour half over the brisket; set the remaining sauce aside. , Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours or until meat is tender. Serve with the reserved sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 810mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein.

BARBECUED BEEF ROAST



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Try this roast for baked-in barbecue flavor! My daughter makes it in the slow cooker and it turns out great that way, too. Leftovers? Shred and serve in buns. Luana Kempf-Ashley, North Dakota.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h45m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons celery salt
2 teaspoons pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Dash ground nutmeg
3 drops hot pepper sauce
1 tablespoon Liquid Smoke, optional
1 beef sirloin tip roast (3-1/2 pounds)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients. Stir in Liquid Smoke if desired. Place roast on a rack in a shallow roasting pan; pour ketchup mixture over the top., Cover and bake at 325° for 2-1/2 to 3 hours or until meat is tender. Remove meat to a serving platter and keep warm. Skim fat from pan juices and thicken juices if desired. Serve with beef.

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BARBECUED BEEF SANDWICHES



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This recipe came from a military wife almost 30 years ago (thanks Elise) and it couldn't be much easier. Simply combine all ingredients and cook for 3 hours, then shred the meat. Serve it on buns of your choice...and then sit back and take in the compliments! Everyone loves this recipe, and I've used it at fund raising events with great success! Excellent with potato salad or coleslaw.

Provided by Poni

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Sloppy Joe Recipes

Time 3h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 pounds beef chuck
2 onions, chopped
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
½ cup distilled white vinegar
½ cup water
3 tablespoons sugar
⅓ (10 fluid ounce) bottle Worcestershire sauce
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place roast in a Dutch oven, and sprinkle with chopped onions. Cover with tomatoes, water, sugar and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook over medium heat with lid slightly ajar for 3 hours.
  • Remove meat, and shred with 2 forks. Discard bones, fat and gristle. place shredded meat back into sauce, and cook until liquid is reduced, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 70.7 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 22.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 304.3 mg, Sugar 9.4 g

BARBECUED BEEF SHORT RIBS



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For a real straight-from-the-chuckwagon beef meal, you can't rope a better recipe than this! This is the recipe I rely on when feeding a hungry group. The wonderfully tangy sauce is lip-smacking good.-Mildred Sherrer, Fort Worth, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 to 4 pounds bone-in beef short ribs
1 tablespoon canola oil
2-1/2 cups water, divided
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 cup ketchup
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
Hot cooked noodles

Steps:

  • In Dutch oven, brown ribs in oil. Add 2 cups water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours; drain. , Combine the tomato paste, ketchup, garlic, brown sugar, onion, vinegar, mustard, salt and remaining water. Pour over ribs; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until meat is tender. Serve with noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 1187mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

PRESSURE-COOKER BARBECUED BEEF RIBS



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These tender, tangy ribs taste slow-cooked but are a cinch to make. They're great for picnics as well as a family dinner.-Erin Glass, White Hall, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons canola oil
4 pounds bone-in beef short ribs, trimmed
1 large sweet onion, halved and sliced
1/2 cup water
1 bottle (12 ounces) chili sauce
3/4 cup plum preserves or preserves of your choice
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • Select saute or browning setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker and adjust for medium heat; add oil. Brown ribs in batches, adding additional oil as needed. Remove ribs. Brown onions. Add ribs back to the pressure cooker. Add water. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 40 minutes. Let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes and then quick-release any remaining pressure., In a small saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients; cook and stir over medium heat until heated through. Remove ribs from pressure cooker; discard cooking juices. Return ribs to pressure cooker. Pour sauce over top. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on low for 5 minutes. Allow pressure to naturally release for 5 minutes and then quick-release any remaining pressure. Serve ribs with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 860mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 18g protein.

BARBECUED BEEF RIBS



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These tender, slow-cooked beef ribs with a tangy sauce are a cinch to make. They're great for picnics and parties. -Erin Glass, White Hall, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large sweet onion, halved and sliced
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons canola oil
4 pounds bone-in beef short ribs, trimmed
1 bottle (12 ounces) chili sauce
3/4 cup plum preserves or preserves of choice
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • Place onion and water in a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown ribs in batches. Add to slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours or until meat is tender., In a small saucepan, combine remaining ingredients; cook and stir over medium heat until heated through. , Remove ribs from slow cooker; discard cooking juices. Return ribs to slow cooker. Pour sauce over top. Cook, covered, on high 25-30 minutes or until ribs are nicely coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 860mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 18g protein.

BARBECUED BEEF ON BUNS



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My mother-in-law gave this recipe to me, and my family loves it. I like to serve it at buffet meals when company comes over.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 3h55m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds)
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped celery
Water
1-1/2 cups ketchup
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup vinegar
2 tablespoons ground mustard
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
Few drops hot pepper sauce
Hamburger buns

Steps:

  • Place beef, onion and celery in a Dutch oven; add water to almost cover meat. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 2-1/2 to 3 hours or until meat is tender. Remove meat; strain and reserve cooking liquid. Trim and shred meat; return to Dutch oven. Add 2 cups of strained cooking liquid (save remaining cooking liquid) and chill. Skim and discard fat. Add ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar and seasonings. Cover and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. If mixture becomes too thick, add additional reserved cooking liquid. Serve on hamburger buns.

Nutrition Facts :

BARBECUED SHREDDED BEEF



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It's so good and easy. Serve on a bun with onion slices.

Provided by j.d.

Categories     Main Dish Recipes

Time 5h10m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds beef roast
2 onions, chopped
2 (12 fluid ounce) cans or bottles beer
6 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons liquid smoke flavoring
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
salt to taste
1 (18 ounce) bottle barbecue sauce
2 cups water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees (135 degrees C).
  • Place roast in a large roasting pan and scatter chopped onions over.
  • In a large bowl, combine Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Pour in beer, stir and add to roasting pan. Add water to the top of beef.
  • Cover and cook in oven at 275 degrees F (135 degrees C) for 4 to 5 hours.
  • When meat is cooked, shred meat with 2 forks, add barbecue sauce and mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.5 calories, Carbohydrate 26.9 g, Cholesterol 71.6 mg, Fat 24.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 725.3 mg, Sugar 16.2 g

BRAZILIAN CHURRASCO (BRAZILIAN BARBECUED BEEF)



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I found this recipe online from Derrick Riches guide to barbecue and grilling. If you've had Brazilian barbecue beef before, you know how delicious it is. Almost any kind of meat can be used for this recipe. If you wish you can place the pieces on a rotisserie. Serve with Brazilian or white rice. This recipe is yummy and easy!

Provided by Iron Woman

Categories     Brazilian

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 lbs beef tenderloin
1 tablespoon sea salt
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup hot water

Steps:

  • Preheat grill.
  • Cut tenderloin into about six pieces.
  • Reduce heat and place tenderloin pieces on the grill.
  • As the meat started to cook dissolve the salt in the water and add the garlic.
  • When the meat is browned on the outside baste.
  • Keep basting throughout until the meat is done.

OVEN BARBECUED BEEF BRISKET II



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Extremely easy recipe which is my family's favorite! Can be done in the oven or crock pot.

Provided by MARCIA ELLIS

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Roast Recipes

Time 4h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 ½ pounds beef brisket
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle cola-flavored carbonated beverage
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle chile sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • In a roasting pan, place brisket fat side up. In a small bowl, combine cola beverage, onion soup mix, and chile sauce. Pour chile sauce mixture over brisket.
  • Cover, and bake in preheated oven for 3 to 4 hours. Uncover the brisket during the last hour of cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 978.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Cholesterol 207 mg, Fat 75.4 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 51 g, SaturatedFat 30.3 g, Sodium 803.6 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

BARBECUED BEEF CHILI



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Served with a hot loaf of bread and a side salad, this slow-cooker chili makes a hearty meal. The recipe was inspired by two friends when we were talking about food at a potluck barbecue. -Phyllis Shyan, Elgin, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 6h10m

Yield 12 servings (3 qt.).

Number Of Ingredients 18

7 teaspoons chili powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons celery seed
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 fresh beef brisket (3 to 4 pounds)
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 bottle (12 ounces) chili sauce
1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 can (16 ounces) hot chili beans, undrained
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
Optional toppings: Shredded cheddar cheese, chopped white onion and sliced jalapeno peppers

Steps:

  • Combine the first five ingredients; rub over brisket. Cut into 8 pieces; place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Combine the green pepper, onion, chili sauce, ketchup, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce and mustard; pour over meat. Cover and cook on high for 5-6 hours or until meat is tender., Remove meat; cool slightly. Meanwhile, skim fat from cooking juices. Shred meat with 2 forks; return to slow cooker. Reduce heat to low. Stir in the beans. Cover and cook for 1 hour or until heated through. If desired, top with shredded cheddar cheese, chopped white onion and sliced jalapenos. Freeze Option: Freeze cooled chili in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 1037mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

BARBECUED BEEF RIBS WITH MOLASSES-BOURBON SAUCE



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Provided by John Malik

Categories     Bourbon     Beef     Backyard BBQ     Summer     Tailgating     Grill/Barbecue     Molasses     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

Marinade and ribs:
1 1/2 cups water
1 12-ounce bottle pale ale
1/4 cup mild-flavored (light) molasses
5 fresh thyme sprigs
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon salt
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
16 beef short ribs or 8 whole beef ribs
Sauce:
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 cup red wine vinegar
2 cups ketchup
1/2 cup mild-flavored (light) molasses
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup bourbon
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
Leaves from 5 fresh thyme sprigs
Charcoal chimney
45 charcoal briquettes

Steps:

  • For marinade and ribs:
  • Combine all ingredients except ribs in heavy medium saucepan. Bring to boil. Cool marinade completely. Place ribs in large heavy-duty resealable plastic bag; add marinade. Seal bag; turn to coat ribs. Refrigerate overnight, turning bag occasionally.
  • For sauce:
  • Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté until golden brown, about 6 minutes. Add vinegar and boil until mixture is reduced to 3/4 cup, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Add ketchup, molasses, and 1/4 cup water, then bourbon; stir to blend. Bring sauce to simmer. Stir in salt and white pepper. Simmer 10 minutes to blend flavors. Stir in thyme leaves. (Sauce can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Place handful of torn newspaper in bottom of charcoal chimney. Top with 30 charcoal briquettes. Remove top grill rack from barbecue. Place chimney on bottom rack. Light newspaper; let charcoal burn until ash is gray, about 30 minutes.
  • Open bottom barbecue vent. Turn out hot charcoal onto 1 side of bottom rack. Using metal spatula, move charcoal to cover approximately 1/3 of rack at 1 side. Fill foil loaf pan halfway with water; place opposite charcoal on bottom rack.
  • Return top rack to barbecue. Arrange ribs on top rack above water in loaf pan. Cover barbecue with lid, positioning top vent directly over ribs. Insert stem of candy thermometer through top vent, with gauge outside and tip near ribs (thermometer should not touch meat or barbecue rack); leave thermometer in place during cooking. Use top and bottom vents to maintain temperature between 250°F and 300°F, opening vents wider to increase heat and closing to decrease heat. Leave other vents closed. Check temperature every 10 minutes.
  • Cook ribs until meat is very tender when pierced with knife, turning ribs occasionally and basting often with sauce the last 10 minutes of cooking, about 3 hours total. Open barbecue only when necessary to turn or baste meat and close quickly to minimize loss of heat and smoke.
  • After first 30 minutes of cooking, use technique described earlier to light additional 15 charcoal briquettes in charcoal chimney set atop nonflammable surface. If cooking temperature drops below 250°F, use oven mitts to lift off top rack with ribs and place on heatproof surface. Using tongs, add half of hot gray charcoal from chimney to bottom rack. Replace top rack on barbecue, placing ribs above water in loaf pan. Cover with lid.
  • Transfer ribs to plates; brush with more sauce and serve, passing any remaining sauce separately.

SHREDDED BARBECUED BEEF



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Once family and friends have dug into this tender and tangy barbecued beef, you'll be making it again and again. It takes a little time to prepare, but it's well worth the effort for a picnic or dinner anytime. -Jesse & Anne Foust, Bluefield, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h45m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 boneless beef chuck roast (about 4 pounds)
3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
2 large onions, chopped
1 cup ketchup
1 cup beef broth
2/3 cup chili sauce
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
2 tablespoons molasses
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon Liquid Smoke, optional
12 to 16 kaiser rolls or hamburger buns

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, brown roast on all sides in 1 tablespoon oil. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute onions in remaining oil until tender. Add remaining ingredients except rolls; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered,for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour over roast. Cover and bake at 325° for 2 hours; turn the roast and bake for 2 more hours or until meat is very tender. Remove roast; shred with a fork and return to sauce. Serve on rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 864mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

TEXAS-STYLE BARBECUED BEEF BRISKET



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From Southern Living January 2012. As a note, I am not a fan of cumin so I would reduce it to 1/2 tsp and/or omit it altogether!

Provided by Papa D 1946-2012

Categories     Meat

Time 8h20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large sweet onion, sliced
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon jarred beef base
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons hickory liquid smoke
1 (2 -3 lb) beef brisket, flat trimmed
1/4 cup beer
3 tablespoons bottled chili sauce

Steps:

  • Lightly grease a 6 quart slow cooker, add onion and garlic. Stir together chili powder and next 5 ingredients. Rub over brisket and place brisket over onion mixture in slow cooker.
  • Whisk together beer and chili sauce. Slowly pour mixture around brisket, avoid removing spices from brisket.
  • Cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours or high 4 to 5 hours. When done uncover and let sit in cooker 20 minutes.
  • Remove brisket from slow cooker; cut brisket across the grain into thin slices put on serving plate and spoon pan juices over meat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.9, Fat 17.2, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 140.6, Sodium 556.3, Carbohydrate 7, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 2.3, Protein 48.1

CROCK POT BARBECUED BEEF BRISKET



Crock Pot Barbecued Beef Brisket image

Make and share this Crock Pot Barbecued Beef Brisket recipe from Food.com.

Provided by bmcnichol

Categories     Meat

Time 8h5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 fresh beef brisket, trimmed (2-1/2 pounds)
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup chili sauce
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients and rub over brisket. Place in crock pot.
  • In a large bowl, combine the sauce ingredients. Pour half over the brisket and set the remaining sauce aside.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until meat is tender.
  • Serve with the reserved sauce.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of beef: Brisket, chuck roast, and short ribs are all excellent choices for barbecue.
  • Trim excess fat: This will help the meat cook more evenly and prevent flare-ups.
  • Season the meat generously: Use a rub or marinade to add flavor. Common seasonings include salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cumin.
  • Cook the meat slowly and low: This will help the meat become tender and juicy. The ideal internal temperature for barbecue is 200-205 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Use a variety of cooking methods: You can smoke, grill, or braise the meat. Each method will produce a slightly different flavor and texture.
  • Don't overcook the meat: This will make it tough and dry.
  • Let the meat rest before serving: This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, making it more flavorful.

Conclusion:

Barbecued beef is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a little planning and effort, you can create a barbecue feast that will impress your friends and family. So fire up the grill and get cooking!

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