Sticky Caramelized Pulled Beef
Serves 1
Directions
- 1Mix sugar, paprika, garlic, onion, salt, and pepper. Rub generously all over the beef roast.
- 2Place in a slow cooker or Dutch oven with vinegar and 1/2 cup BBQ sauce. Cook on LOW for 8-10 hours (or 325°F oven for 4-5 hrs) until fork-tender and easily shreds.
- 3Remove beef, discard any large fat chunks, and shred with forks. Reserve 1/2 cup of the rich cooking juices.
- 4Toss shredded beef in a cast-iron skillet with reserved juices, remaining BBQ sauce, and butter.
- 5Broil on high for 5-8 mins, stirring once, until edges are dark, sticky, and beautifully charred.
Ingredients
- 4 lbs beef chuck roast
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp butter
Equipment
slow cookerDutch ovenforkscast-iron skillet
Tips
- The broiling step is crucial for those dark, crispy burnt-end bits!
- Mix a little honey or molasses into the sauce for extra stickiness.
- Perfect for beef sandwiches, tacos, or grain bowls!
