Barbacoa
Barbacoa packs 68g protein and 928 calories per serving — matching beef-based entrées for sheer protein density. This 4-serving stovetop batch cooks quickly, giving you a lean base for bowls, tacos, or standalone dinners. Essential for lifters pushing high protein intake without meal-prepping multiple proteins.
Ingredients
- •Beef Chuck Roast(1361g)
- •Garlic(240g)
- •Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- •Green Chiles, Canned, Diced
- •Yellow Onion
- •Lime Juice, Fresh(60g)
- •Vinegar, Apple Cider(30g)
- •3 bay leaves
- •Cumin, Ground(15g)
- •Oregano, Dried(15g)
- •2 teaspoons fine sea salt
- •1 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper
- •Cloves, Ground(1g)
- •Beef Stock, Low Sodium(120g)
Instructions
- 1Combine all ingredients in the bowl of a slow cooker. Toss gently to combine. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, or until the beef is tender and falls apart easily when shredded with a fork.
- 2Using two forks, shred the beef into bite-sized pieces inside of the slow cooker. Toss the beef with the juices, then cover and let the barbacoa beef soak up the juices for an extra 10 minutes. Remove the bay leaves.
- 3Use a pair of tongs or a slotted spoon to serve the barbacoa beef and enjoy!
Nutrition — Per Serving
928
calories
68g
protein
62g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 26g
- Saturated fat
- 21.8g
- Sodium
- 251 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 3.4g
4 servings per batch · ~461g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Barbacoa have per serving?
Each serving contains 68g of protein and 928 calories with 62g fat and 26g carbs. This is a high-protein, high-calorie option with a significant fat contribution from the meat.
How long does Barbacoa take to prep?
Quick prep on the stovetop with 4 servings per batch keeps your meal prep efficient throughout the week.
Is Barbacoa good for muscle gain?
At 68g protein per serving, Barbacoa is excellent for muscle gain phases where hitting daily protein targets is the priority. The 928 calories provide substantial fuel for recovery and performance during heavy training blocks.
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