Sharon’s Ono Barbecue Beef Recipe
Name: Sharon’s Ono Barbecue Beef
Cook Time: 8 hours
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
Keywords: Roast Beef, Meat, Potluck
Aggregated Rating: 5 stars
Review Count: 71 reviews
Calories per Serving: 210.1
Fat Content: 7.1g
Saturated Fat Content: 3.1g
Cholesterol Content: 74.8mg
Sodium Content: 553.2mg
Carbohydrate Content: 13g
Fiber Content: 0.3g
Sugar Content: 11.5g
Protein Content: 24.7g
Servings: 12
Description:
Ono, meaning tasty in Hawaiian, perfectly describes this barbecue beef recipe brought to potlucks by Sharon. Even non-barbecue fans find themselves loving this dish, whether served on buns or over rice.

Ingredients:
- 3 lbs chuck roast
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 1/2 cups catsup (ketchup)
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 – 1/3 cup brown sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup liquid smoke flavoring
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1 garlic clove, minced
Instructions:
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Prepare the Crock Pot:
- Place the chuck roast into the crock pot.
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Make the Barbecue Sauce:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped onion, catsup, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, red wine vinegar, liquid smoke flavoring, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and minced garlic clove.
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Cook the Beef:
- Pour the prepared barbecue sauce over the chuck roast in the crock pot.
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Slow Cook:
- Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours, until the beef is tender and easy to shred.
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Shred the Meat:
- Remove the roast from the crock pot and shred the meat using two forks.
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Combine and Reduce:
- Place the shredded meat back into the crock pot and stir well to coat it thoroughly with the sauce.
- Optionally, if you prefer a thicker sauce, transfer the sauce to a pot on the stove top and simmer uncovered over medium heat for 15-20 minutes to reduce it.
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Serve:
- Serve the Ono Barbecue Beef on buns or over rice, as desired.
Tips:
- Sharon recommends slightly reducing the amount of vinegar if you prefer a milder tang in the sauce.
- For efficiency, consider reducing the sauce on the stove while shredding the meat to save time.
This recipe for Sharon’s Ono Barbecue Beef promises a flavorful and tender dish that’s perfect for gatherings and potlucks, loved by both barbecue enthusiasts and those who typically aren’t fans of barbecue flavors. With its Hawaiian-inspired taste and easy preparation in the crock pot, it’s sure to become a favorite in your kitchen too!