How to Make Barbecue Beef for Sandwiches - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the smoky, savory flavor of barbecue beef, especially when it's piled high on a soft sandwich bun. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or simply want to elevate your weeknight dinner, this recipe for barbecue beef sandwiches is sure to satisfy even the heartiest appetites. With tender, juicy beef that's been slow-cooked to perfection and smothered in a tangy, homemade barbecue sauce, these sandwiches are a true crowd-pleaser.

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Ingredients

  • 4 pounds boneless chuck roast
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
  • 12 ounces chile sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs 45 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 50 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 16 to 20 servings

  • Place roast in a large covered pan. Roast at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 2 hours, or until the meat falls apart and shreds easily.
  • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions, and saute until onions become translucent.
  • Stir in vinegar and chili sauce. Fill empty chili sauce bottle with water, shake, and pour liquid into skillet. Mix in brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, salt, cayenne pepper, and garlic. Cook sauce over low heat, stirring often, until thickened.
  • With two forks, shred roasted beef. Stir meat into the sauce in the skillet, and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    200 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 53mg
    • Sodium: 207mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 13mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 228mg