Description
Smoky BBQ Pulled Beef Sandwiches are a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their mealtime experience. These sandwiches feature tender, flavorful beef slow-cooked to perfection and infused with rich, smoky spices. Ideal for gatherings, game days, or cozy family dinners, this recipe is effortless to prepare, offering both convenience and mouthwatering taste. Enjoy them on soft hamburger buns or explore creative serving options like tacos or sliders. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you’ll have a crowd-pleasing dish that brings everyone together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 Tablespoons paprika
- 1 Tablespoon salt
- 1 Tablespoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard
- 4 lbs beef shoulder butt roast
- â…“ cup liquid smoke
- 18 ounces BBQ Sauce
- ½ cup water (for Instant Pot version)
- 12 Hamburger Buns
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine paprika, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dry mustard.
- Rub the seasoning mix all over the beef roast until evenly coated.
- For Instant Pot: Place seasoned beef in the pot; add liquid smoke and water; pour BBQ sauce on top. For Slow Cooker: Place seasoned beef in the cooker; add liquid smoke and top with BBQ sauce.
- For Instant Pot: Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for about 60 minutes; allow natural release. For Slow Cooker: Cover and cook on low for about 8 hours or until the beef is tender.
- Once cooked, shred the beef using forks and mix with juices in the pot.
- Serve generous portions of shredded beef on hamburger buns.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: Up to 8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 333
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg