Chuck Roast Barbacoa

1 (3 lb.) boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch chunks  

2 tsp. Fresh Thyme organic ground black pepper 

1½ tsp. ancient kosher sea salt 

2 cups chopped white onions 

¼ cup Fresh Thyme organic apple cider vinegar 

¼ cup canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (about 4 peppers with 3 Tbsp. sauce)* 

4 whole garlic cloves, peeled 

1 Tbsp. Fresh Thyme organic ground cumin 

1 Tbsp. Fresh Thyme dried Mexican oregano  

3 Tbsp. Fresh Thyme avocado oil, divided  

2 cups low-sodium beef bone broth 

Bowls

2 (20 oz.) pkg. Grain Trust frozen cilantro lime rice, divided  

Desired toppers: Fresh Thyme Frozen Fire Roasted Corn, cooked; Fresh Thyme Black Beans, warmed; Cherry Tomatoes, halved; Radishes, sliced; Sour Cream; Avocados, sliced; Pepitas; Cotija Cheese; Cilantro, chopped; Lime Wedges 

1. 1. For the chuck roast, sprinkle beef with black pepper and salt. Let stand at room temperature for 20 minutes.  
2. Meanwhile, in a food processor, place onions, vinegar, chipotle peppers with adobo sauce, garlic cloves, cumin, and oregano. Cover and pulse until onions are puréed; set aside.  
3. In a large skillet, heat 1½ Tbsp. avocado oil over medium-high heat. Add half of the beef. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes or until browned on all sides, turning occasionally. Transfer to a 4- to 6-qt. slow cooker. Repeat with remaining oil and beef. 
4. Pour puréed onion mixture and broth over beef in slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 5 to 6 hours or until beef reaches 200°F and easily falls apart when stirred. Transfer beef from slow cooker to a cutting board; shred with 2 forks. Reserve cooking liquid in slow cooker.  
5. For bowls, divide rice among 10 serving bowls. Top with beef and drizzle with desired amount of liquid from slow cooker. Add desired toppers.  

*Note: Chile peppers contain volatile oils that can burn your skin and eyes. When working with chipotle peppers, wear protective gloves.  

Each serving contains: 550 calories, 31 g fat, 10 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat, 130 mg cholesterol, 700 mg sodium, 29 g carbohydrates, 2 g fiber, 4 g sugar, 36 g protein. Daily values: 0% vitamin D, 4% calcium, 20% iron, 8% potassium.