Authentic Lamb Barbacoa Recipe

Name: Authentic Lamb Barbacoa Recipe
Total time: 330 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Mexican

Recipe By Slurrp

Authentic lamb barbacoa is a traditional Mexican dish that features tender and flavorful lamb slow-cooked until it is fall-apart tender. The lamb is marinated in a mixture of spices, herbs, and citrus juices, then wrapped in banana leaves and cooked in an underground pit or slow cooker. The result is succulent and aromatic meat that is perfect for tacos, burritos, or served with rice and beans.

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5hr 30minstotal

4hr Prep

1hr 30minsCook

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1hr 30m.Cook

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Ingredients for Authentic Lamb Barbacoa Recipe

0.33 kilogram Lamb Shoulder, Bone
0.67 cloves Cloves Garlic
0.17 Onion, Chopped
0.33 Chipotle Peppers In Adobo Sauce
0.33 tablespoon Adobo Sauce
0.17 tablespoon Ground Cumin
0.17 tablespoon Dried Oregano
0.17 teaspoon Salt
0.08 teaspoon Black Pepper
as per your need Banana Leaves, For Wrapping
as per your need Tortillas, Rice, Beans, Onions, Cilantro, And Lime Wedges, For Serving

Directions: Authentic Lamb Barbacoa Recipe

Cooking Directions

STEP 1.In a blender, combine garlic, onion, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
STEP 2.Place the lamb in a large bowl and pour the marinade over it. Rub the marinade into the lamb. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
STEP 3.Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Place the lamb and marinade in a roasting pan. Cover tightly with foil and cook for 3-4 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
STEP 4.Remove the lamb from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. Shred the meat using two forks.
STEP 5.Serve the lamb barbacoa in tacos, burritos, or with rice and beans.

Cooking Tips

If you can't find banana leaves, you can use aluminum foil to wrap the lamb before cooking.
For a smokier flavor, you can add a small amount of liquid smoke to the marinade.
Serve the lamb barbacoa with traditional toppings like chopped onions, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Storage and Serving

Leftover lamb barbacoa can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat the lamb in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
Serve the lamb barbacoa in tacos, burritos, or with rice and beans for a delicious meal.

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Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment

Recipe By Slurrp