Prep: 15 Minutes Cook: 8-9 Hours Slow Cook Numbers of Serves: 8 Serves

barbecued-beef-chop-supper-american-homemade-recipe

Ingredients

  • 6 small red potatoes, cut into quarters
  • 6 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 8 bone-in beef loin or rib chops (1/2 inch thick)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 bottle (28 ounces) barbecue sauce
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1 cup cola
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
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    Instructions

  • Place potatoes and carrots in a 5-qt. slow cooker.
  • Top with beef chops.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Combine the barbecue sauce, ketchup, cola and Worcestershire sauce; pour over chops.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours or until meat and vegetables are tender.
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    Yield: 8 servings


    For Nutritional And Health Benefits

    The beef and fresh vegetables included in this recipe provide the body with plenty of energy and essential nutrients. Beef is an excellent source of protein and iron, which is very important for muscle strength and preventing anemia. Red potatoes and carrots are rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, and potassium, which help in sharpening eyesight and boosting immunity. Due to cooking for a long time on low heat, the natural juices of the meat and vegetables are retained, which does not lose their nutrients. This dish can be part of a balanced diet because it has a good combination of carbohydrates, protein, and fiber. However, it uses market sauces and cola, which are high in sugar and salt. If you are more health conscious, choose lean meat with it to balance this dish so that the fat content remains under control and it is also great for your heart health.

    For Pro Tips And Substitute Ingredients

    A few secret kitchen tricks can be used to make this traditional dish more flavorful and perfect. If the meat is lightly browned in a frying pan before putting it in the slow cooker, its flavor will be enhanced and the moisture inside the meat will be retained. A common mistake while cooking is to repeatedly lift the lid of the cooker, which lowers the temperature inside and affects the cooking process, so avoid this. If you want to make this recipe healthier, you can use fresh apple juice or vinegar instead of the market cola, which will also help in tenderizing the meat and reduce the amount of sugar. Similarly, by using homemade sugar-free sauce and low-salt soy sauce instead of the usual tomato sauce, the calorie level of this dish can be significantly reduced, which will not spoil the taste.

    For Serving And Storing

    There is also a special way to serve and preserve this delicious hot food. It is best served with freshly chopped green onions, mint chutney or lightly steamed rice. Along with this, a fresh green salad with cucumber, tomato and lemon juice helps in digesting this heavy meal. If there is any leftover food, it can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for three to four days. When reheating food, use the oven or stove on low heat instead of the microwave to retain the crispiness of the vegetables and the tenderness of the meat. When reheating, sprinkle a little water or broth on top so that the sauce becomes thick and juicy again and its original taste feels just like freshly cooked food.