Description
A tender, slow-cooked halal beef shoulder with smoky-spiced crust and rich barbecue glaze. Perfect for gatherings or family meals with restaurant-quality results.
Ingredients
3 lbs beef shoulder (halal cut), bone-in
2 cups barbecue sauce (gluten-free option)
3 tbsp brown sugar (coarse)
2 tsp paprika (smoked optional)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup water
Instructions
Pat beef shoulder dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
Whisk together brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and apple cider vinegar.
Coat the meat completely with the spice rub, massaging into crevices.
Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).
Place meat in a roasting pan with 1 cup water.
Cover tightly with foil and cook for 5–6 hours until internal temperature reaches 200°F.
Uncover and brush with barbecue sauce.
Return to oven for 15–20 minutes to glaze.
Shred meat with two forks and serve.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer for precise doneness.
Adjust barbecue sauce sweetness to preference.
Let meat rest 10–15 minutes before shredding.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 300
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 6200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg