Sweet Savory Caramelized Pulled Beef
Sweet Savory Caramelized Pulled Beef is a comforting dish that combines tender, melt-in-your-mouth beef with a rich, sweet-savory sauce. Perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings, this recipe will fill your kitchen with irresistible aromas and create lasting memories around the dinner table. With its glossy finish and versatile serving options, this pulled beef will impress guests and satisfy family alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs chuck roast
- 2 medium yellow onions, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your countertop. Chop onions and mince garlic.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chuck roast until golden brown on all sides (3-4 minutes each side).
- In the same skillet, add sliced onions and cook until translucent. Add minced garlic toward the end until fragrant.
- In a bowl, whisk together beef broth, brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour over seared beef in a slow cooker or pot.
- Slow cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the beef using two forks and mix it back into the juices before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (130g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate the beef overnight with spices. - Experiment by adding red pepper flakes for heat or fresh herbs for brightness. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.