Description
Smoky Crockpot Chipotle Pineapple Pot Roast Bowls blend Mexican and Hawaiian flavors in a hearty slow-cooker meal. Tender beef with tangy pineapple and spicy chipotle creates an irresistible combination you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 chuck roast (4 lbs / 1.8 kg), halved
- 3 cups fresh pineapple chunks
- 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup tomato paste
- 0.25 cup tamari/soy sauce
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 jalapeño, sliced
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp sweet or smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme
- 2 chipotle chiles in adobo
- 1 tbsp chopped pickled ginger
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Salt and black pepper
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.33 cup sweet Thai chili sauce
- 2 tbsps tamari/soy sauce
- 1 small clove garlic, grated
- 2 tsps lime zest
- 1 tbsp chopped pickled ginger
Instructions
- Prep Marinade: Whisk olive oil, tomato paste, tamari sauce, vinegar, honey, ginger, chipotle peppers, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper into a rich, aromatic blending that will infuse the meat with deep flavors.
- Roast Setup: Transfer beef into a Dutch oven, thoroughly coating the meat with the prepared marinade and surrounding it with pineapple chunks and water to ensure consistent moisture during cooking.
- Initial Roasting: Cover and slow-cook in a preheated oven at 325°F (163°C) for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, allowing the meat to become exceptionally tender and absorb the complex flavor profile.
- Caramelization Phase: Elevate oven temperature to 425°F (218°C), uncover the roast, and roast for an additional 10 minutes to develop a robust, caramelized exterior that enhances the dish’s depth.
- Fresh Salsa Creation: Combine remaining pineapple chunks with avocado, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice to craft a vibrant, zesty accompaniment that brightens the rich meat.
- Sauce Preparation: Whisk bang bang sauce ingredients until smooth, creating a creamy condiment that complements the robust meat and fresh salsa.
- Serving Finale: Shred the roasted meat within its cooking liquid, plate in bowls, top with pineapple salsa, and drizzle with bang bang sauce for a complete, flavor-packed meal experience.
Notes
- Marinate for Maximum Flavor: Let the beef absorb the marinade for at least 30 minutes before cooking to enhance depth and complexity of taste.
- Meat Selection Matters: Choose a well-marbled chuck roast or beef brisket for optimal tenderness and rich, juicy results.
- Caramelization is Key: The high-temperature finish creates a delectable crispy exterior that locks in incredible flavors and provides textural contrast.
- Sauce Flexibility: Adjust the bang bang sauce spiciness by increasing or decreasing jalapeño and chipotle pepper quantities to suit personal heat preferences.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 30 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg