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Bear Barbacoa

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 35 minutes
Servings 10

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp fat such as lard or cooking oil
  • 4 to 6 lb bear roast shoulder, or other cut
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cups broth (or water)
  • 1/4 cup citrus juice
  • 2 7 oz cans chipotle in adobo sauce chopped with sauce
  • 4 tbsp garlic, chopped or more to taste
  • 2 tbsp cayenne
  • 3 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 4 tsp oregano
  • 2 large onions thinly sliced

Instructions

  • Heat fat or oil in a large dutch oven over low heat, gradually increasing heat to medium-high. Add bear and sear all sides, until well browned all over.
  • Add remaining ingredients and mix to coat, turning bear as needed.
  • Simmer low on stove top or in oven at 275°F for 6 to 8 hours, until meat separates easily with a fork. Add more water if needed.
  • Let rest 20 minutes and shred with forks.