Instant Pot Barbacoa Beef
Instant Pot Barbacoa Beef is a flavorful and tender Mexican dish that’s perfect for tacos, burritos, or rice bowls. With its rich blend of spices and savory beef, this recipe is easy to prepare using an electric pressure cooker, allowing you to enjoy delicious barbacoa in less time than traditional methods. Ideal for family gatherings or weeknight dinners, this crowd-pleaser will surely impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chuck roast
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the chuck roast into large chunks; season with salt and pepper.
- Set the Instant Pot to 'Sauté' mode. Heat oil and sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic for another minute.
- Brown the seasoned beef chunks for about three minutes on each side.
- Stir in chipotle peppers, cumin, oregano, lime juice, and beef broth; mix well.
- Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 60 minutes; allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes before quick release.
- Shred the beef with a fork and serve in tacos or bowls with your favorite toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - Let the beef rest after searing for added flavor. - Adjust spice levels by adding more or fewer chipotle peppers. - For a twist, substitute beef with chicken thighs or pork shoulder.