Description
Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of Crockpot Pulled Beef, a dish that combines minimal effort with maximum taste. This slow-cooked delight features tender beef shoulder roast seasoned with a perfect blend of spices and sweet apple juice, creating a mouthwatering meal ideal for any occasion. Whether served on soft buns, in tacos, or atop a bed of rice, this versatile recipe is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. Simply set it and forget it while your slow cooker does all the work, delivering a crowd-pleasing dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 pounds boneless beef shoulder roast (or beef loin)
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 large yellow onion (diced)
- 1 cup apple juice
- Optional: 1-2 cups barbecue sauce
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine salt, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and brown sugar to create the spice mixture.
- Pat the beef dry and rub the spice mixture generously over all sides.
- Layer diced onions at the bottom of the slow cooker and pour in apple juice. Place the seasoned beef on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours until the internal temperature reaches about 200°F (93°C) and the meat is fork-tender.
- Let the beef rest for 15–20 minutes before shredding with forks or a mixer.
- Serve as desired or keep warm in the slow cooker.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 4 ounces (113g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg