Savory Shredded Beef BBQ Sandwiches
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Savory Shredded Beef BBQ Sandwiches, a perfect meal for busy weekdays or casual gatherings. Tender boneless beef round steak is slow-cooked to perfection with a medley of onions and celery, all soaked in a rich and tangy barbecue sauce. This dish is incredibly versatile, making it ideal to serve on soft sandwich buns or as a hearty topping for rice, mashed potatoes, or buttery noodles. Enjoy an effortless and satisfying meal that will please a crowd, with every bite bursting with savory goodness.
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Servings
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Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
Boneless beef round steak
3 lbs (cut into large pieces)
Onions
2 large (chopped)
Celery
3/4 cup (thinly sliced)
Ketchup
1 1/2 cups (none)
Water
1/2-3/4 cup (none)
Lemon juice
1/3 cup (none)
Worcestershire sauce
1/3 cup (none)
Brown sugar
3 tablespoons (none)
Cider vinegar
3 tablespoons (none)
Salt
2-3 teaspoons (none)
Prepared mustard
2 teaspoons (none)
Paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons (none)
Chili powder
1 teaspoon (none)
Pepper
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Hot pepper sauce
1/8-1/4 teaspoon (none)
Sandwich buns
12-14 (split)
Instructions
1
Place the chunks of beef round steak into a 5-quart slow cooker. Add the chopped onions and sliced celery on top of the beef.
2
In a separate bowl, whisk together the ketchup, water, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, cider vinegar, salt, mustard, paprika, chili powder, black pepper, and hot pepper sauce until well combined.
3
Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the meat and vegetables in the slow cooker.
4
Cover the slow cooker and cook on high heat for 6-8 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.
5
Once the cooking time is complete, remove the beef from the slow cooker and allow to cool slightly.
6
Shred the beef using a fork, ensuring it is evenly shredded into bite-sized pieces. Return the shredded beef to the sauce in the slow cooker, stirring to combine.
7
Heat through for an additional 10-15 minutes. Serve the savory shredded beef on split sandwich buns or over your choice of rice, potatoes, or buttered noodles.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of beef is best for Savory Shredded Beef BBQ Sandwiches?
The recipe calls for 3 lbs of boneless beef round steak, cut into large pieces, which becomes fork-tender after slow cooking.
How many onions are needed for this recipe?
You will need 2 large onions, chopped, to add flavor and texture to the shredded beef.
What size slow cooker is recommended?
A 5-quart slow cooker is recommended to accommodate the 3 pounds of beef and the sauce mixture.
How long should I cook the beef in the slow cooker?
The beef should be cooked on high heat for 6 to 8 hours until it is fork-tender.
What ingredients are in the homemade BBQ sauce?
The sauce is a mixture of ketchup, water, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, cider vinegar, and various spices.
How much ketchup is used in the sauce?
The recipe requires 1 1/2 cups of ketchup as the primary base for the barbecue sauce.
Is there a specific way to prepare the celery?
Yes, the 3/4 cup of celery should be thinly sliced before being added to the slow cooker.
What spices are used to season the beef?
The seasoning includes salt, prepared mustard, paprika, chili powder, black pepper, and hot pepper sauce.
How much brown sugar should I add?
Add 3 tablespoons of brown sugar to provide a touch of sweetness to the savory sauce.
What type of vinegar is used in this BBQ beef recipe?
The recipe uses 3 tablespoons of cider vinegar for a tangy flavor profile.
How do I shred the beef?
Once the beef is cooked and slightly cooled, use a fork to shred it into bite-sized pieces.
Do I need to sear the beef before putting it in the slow cooker?
No, the instructions specify placing the chunks of beef round steak directly into the slow cooker.
How much Worcestershire sauce is required?
You will need 1/3 cup of Worcestershire sauce for this recipe.
How much lemon juice is added to the sauce?
The recipe calls for 1/3 cup of lemon juice.
Is this recipe spicy?
It has a mild kick from 1 teaspoon of chili powder and 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon of hot pepper sauce, but you can adjust these amounts to your preference.
How many sandwich buns does this recipe serve?
This recipe makes enough shredded beef for approximately 12 to 14 split sandwich buns.
What should I do after shredding the beef?
Return the shredded beef to the sauce in the slow cooker and heat through for an additional 10 to 15 minutes.
Can I serve this beef over something other than buns?
Yes, this savory shredded beef is excellent over rice, mashed potatoes, or buttery noodles.
How much water should I add to the sauce?
You should use between 1/2 and 3/4 cup of water depending on your desired sauce consistency.
What kind of mustard is used?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of prepared mustard.
How much paprika is in the seasoning mix?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 teaspoons of paprika.
How much salt is recommended?
You should use 2 to 3 teaspoons of salt according to your taste.
Can I cook this on low heat instead of high?
While the recipe specifies high for 6-8 hours, you could likely cook it on low for 10-12 hours, though the high setting is recommended for this specific timing.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to place the beef chunks into the slow cooker and top them with chopped onions and sliced celery.
How should the sauce be mixed?
Whisk all the liquid ingredients and spices together in a separate bowl before pouring them over the meat.
Is this a good recipe for a crowd?
Yes, with 12-14 servings, it is described as an ideal meal to please a crowd at casual gatherings.
What is the texture of the sauce?
The sauce is rich and tangy, perfectly coating the shredded beef after it has been returned to the slow cooker.
How much pepper is used?
The recipe requires 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
What makes this recipe 'savory'?
The combination of beef, onions, celery, Worcestershire sauce, and various spices creates a deep, savory flavor profile.
Is the beef round steak bone-in or boneless?
The recipe specifically calls for boneless beef round steak.