Slow-Cooked Beef Chuck Roast

Slow-Cooked Beef Chuck Roast

Ingredients:

• 3-4 lbs beef chuck roast (bone-in or boneless)
• 2 tablespoons beef tallow (or butter, if preferred)
• 2 teaspoons sea salt (or Redmond Real Salt)
• 1 teaspoon black pepper (optional, if tolerated)
• 2-3 garlic cloves, minced (optional)
• 2 sprigs fresh rosemary (optional)
• 1-2 sprigs fresh thyme (optional)
• 1/4 cup beef broth (optional for added moisture, but not necessary for carnivore)

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Roast

1. Season the beef: Start by patting the beef chuck roast dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This will help the meat sear better. Then, season generously with 2 teaspoons of sea salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper (optional). You can also rub in minced garlic if you tolerate it, or fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme for added flavor. If you prefer a stronger herb taste, make small slits in the meat and insert a few sprigs of rosemary and thyme directly into the roast.

Step 2: Sear the Beef (Optional but recommended)

1. Sear the roast: Heat 2 tablespoons of beef tallow (or butter) in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the chuck roast in the pan and sear all sides for 3-4 minutes each, until the roast is nicely browned. This step enhances flavor but is optional. If you’re in a rush, you can skip it and go directly to slow cooking.

Step 3: Slow Cook the Beef

1. Transfer to the slow cooker: After searing, transfer the roast to your slow cooker. If you skipped the searing step, you can simply place the un-seared roast directly into the slow cooker.

2. Add optional beef broth: If you’re adding a little beef broth (about 1/4 cup), pour it around the sides of the roast. This is optional—many prefer to slow cook the beef in its own juices, as the chuck roast will release plenty of fat and moisture on its own.

3. Cover and cook: Set your slow cooker to low and let it cook for 8-10 hours or until the meat is fork-tender. The longer the roast cooks, the more tender it will become, so don’t worry about overcooking it.

Step 4: Shred and Serve

1. Shred the beef: Once the roast is done cooking and tender, remove it from the slow cooker and use two forks to shred the meat. It should pull apart easily.

2. Serve: Serve your slow-cooked beef chuck as-is, or pair it with your favorite carnivore sides like crispy bacon, eggs, or even more beef if you’re hungry!

Step 5: Optional Garnishes

• If you’re including a little extra flavor, drizzle some of the rendered juices over the beef before serving.

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Tips:

• No broth needed: If you’re following a strict carnivore diet, you can skip the beef broth entirely. The roast will generate enough of its own juices to keep it moist.
• Add fat: If you prefer more richness, you can top the shredded beef with more beef tallow before serving.
• Meal prep: This recipe makes great leftovers! It can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for future meals.

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This slow-cooked beef chuck is a tender, juicy, and flavor-packed meal, perfect for a carnivore diet. It’s easy to make and delivers a satisfying meal that’s high in protein and healthy fats. Enjoy!