Best 2 Copycat Chipotle Barbacoa Bowl With Cilantro Lime Rice Recipes

Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Chipotle's Barbacoa Bowl, now recreated in your own kitchen. This delectable dish features tender barbacoa, a flavorful blend of spices, and an array of toppings that create a symphony of taste in every bite. The star of the show is the barbacoa, slow-cooked to perfection until it's fall-apart tender and infused with a rich, smoky flavor. Paired with fluffy cilantro-lime rice, which adds a refreshing citrusy touch, and a medley of toppings like creamy avocado, tangy salsa, and crunchy corn, this bowl is a fiesta of flavors and textures. Don't miss out on the secrets to making the perfect barbacoa sauce, a key component that elevates this dish to the next level. With step-by-step instructions and an array of recipe variations, including a vegetarian barbacoa option, this recipe guide ensures that everyone can savor this Chipotle classic at home. So, grab your apron and prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will satisfy your cravings and leave you wanting more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CILANTRO LIME RICE (CHIPOTLE'S COPYCAT)

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Made with basmati rice, fresh limes, and cilantro, it's a refreshing spin on your typical bowl of white rice and your new favorite side dish.

Provided by Natalya Drozhzhin

Categories Main Course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 tbsp unsalted butter
2 cups basmati rice
3 cups water
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp lime zest
3 tbsp lime juice
1 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)

Steps:

Preheat a deep cast iron pan or skillet with butter. Add rice and cook on medium-high until rice turns golden brown.
Add in water, lime zest, and salt. Stir to combine.
Bring it to a boil and turn the heat down to low. Cover the rice with a lid and let it cook for 15 minutes.
Remove rice from heat and let it sit for 10 minutes. Using a fork, fluff the rice to loosen the grains from one another.
Add fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice right before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 11 mg, Sodium 299 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHIPOTLE'S BARBACOA COPYCAT RECIPE

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That's right now you can make barbacoa as good as Chipotle's at home! Perfecting this recipe started as a bet... while my husband Scott and his good friend Steve were enjoying one of their many grad school barbacoa lunches from Chipotle, Steve made the comment, "I don't think even Jan could make it this good." Oh, the challenge was on! I searched the web and found several recipes claiming to be the real deal but I decided to base mine off a copycat recipe I found on Todd Wilbur's Top Secret Recipes. So how did it come out? Let's just say Steve ate his words and several of these burritos :) Heads up, you'll need a crockpot for this one.

Provided by Golden Nugget Gourm

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 6h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
4 teaspoons minced garlic cloves
4 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons oregano
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3/4 cup chicken broth
3 bay leaves
3 tablespoons lime juice
3 -4 chipotle chiles in adobo
4 -5 lbs chuck roast

Steps:

To make the adobo sauce combine vinegar, limejuice, chipotles, garlic, cumin, oregano, black pepper, salt and cloves in a blender or processor on high speed until smooth.
Remove most of the fat from the roast and then cut into large chunks (approximately 6).
Pour oil into a frying pan and sear all sides of roast on medium-high heat until browned.
Place meat into Crockpot and pour adobo sauce over meat.
Pour in the chicken broth and add bay leaves.
Cook on high heat 6 hours or on low all day.
While still in the Crockpot, shred the meat with two forks and turn the heat to warm. Serve with hard or soft tortilla shells when ready.
Typical sides include tortillas, rice, black or pinto beans, cheese, pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream.
Don't forget to make my 5 Minute Guacamole to go with it.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362.2, Fat 17.6, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 149.7, Sodium 547.4, Carbohydrate 2.6, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.2, Protein 48.7

Tips:

For the best results, use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the overall flavor of your dish.
If you don't have a slow cooker, you can also make this barbacoa in the oven. Just cook it at 300 degrees Fahrenheit for 4-6 hours, or until the beef is tender and shreddable.
Be sure to let the barbacoa cool slightly before shredding it. This will make it easier to handle and will help prevent it from falling apart.
Serve the barbacoa with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cabbage, salsa, sour cream, and guacamole.

Conclusion:

This copycat Chipotle barbacoa bowl is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. The barbacoa is tender and flavorful, and the cilantro-lime rice is a perfect complement. This bowl is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.