Delicious and Easy Instant Pot Mexican Beef Taco Filling Recipe

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Delicious and Easy Instant Pot Mexican Beef Taco Filling Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on November 13, 2023

Try this flavorful and tender Instant Pot Mexican Beef Taco Filling recipe for your next taco night. Packed with traditional Mexican flavors, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for family dinners or entertaining friends. The Instant Pot ensures that the beef is moist and tender, while the spices add a delicious kick. Serve it with your favorite taco shells or tortillas, and top it with your favorite toppings like cheese, salsa, guacamole, and sour cream for a complete Mexican feast. This recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Directions

  1. Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat the vegetable oil.
  2. Add the beef chunks and brown them on all sides. Remove the beef from the Instant Pot and set it aside.
  3. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and minced jalapeno pepper to the Instant Pot. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, until the onion is translucent.
  4. Stir in the tomato paste, chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute.
  5. Add the beef broth, salsa, and lime juice to the Instant Pot. Stir to combine.
  6. Return the browned beef to the Instant Pot and give it a quick stir.
  7. Close the Instant Pot lid and make sure the pressure valve is set to the sealing position.
  8. Cook on high pressure for 60 minutes. Once the cooking time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure.
  9. Using two forks, shred the beef in the Instant Pot.
  10. Serve the Mexican beef taco filling on warm tortillas or taco shells. Top with your favorite toppings like cheese, salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.
  11. Enjoy the delicious and flavorful Instant Pot Mexican Beef Taco Filling!

Interesting Facts

  • Beef chuck roast is perfect for this recipe as it becomes tender and flavorful when cooked in the Instant Pot.
  • The combination of spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika adds a smoky and aromatic flavor to the beef.
  • You can adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less jalapeno pepper or chili powder according to your taste preference.
  • Leftover taco filling can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for future use.