Description
Indulge in the hearty flavors of this easy pulled beef recipe, perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a cozy dinner or enjoying a casual meal with family, these tender and juicy pulled beef sandwiches are sure to impress. The rich blend of spices and tangy sauce creates an irresistible flavor that shines at gatherings. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a low-and-slow cooking method, you can effortlessly prepare a satisfying dish that your guests will rave about.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lb. boneless beef butt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 3 tbsp. packed dark brown sugar
- 1 tbsp. kosher salt
- 1 tbsp. smoked paprika
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 2 tbsp. vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 c. ketchup
- 1/2 c. Dijon mustard
- 1/3 c. apple cider vinegar
- Toasted buns for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Season the beef butt with kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, ground cumin, onion powder, and dark brown sugar.
- Heat vegetable oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat and sear the beef on all sides until browned.
- In a bowl, combine ketchup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and additional brown sugar to create the sauce.
- Remove the seared meat from the pot and pour half of the sauce into the Dutch oven; return the beef and cover with remaining sauce.
- Cover with a lid and bake for approximately three hours or until tender.
- Allow resting for 15 minutes before shredding with forks.
- Serve on toasted buns with extra sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 800
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 43g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 55g
- Cholesterol: 170mg