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Instant Pot Shredded Beef Tacos

Spicy shredded beef with green chiles, chili powder, and lime juice. Perfect for tacos, burritos, or burrito bowls.

Prep10 min
Cook60 min
Serves6

Ingredients

  • 3 lb beef chuck roast
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Cut roast into 3-4 large pieces. Season generously with salt and pepper. Set Instant Pot to Saute, add oil, and sear beef on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.
  2. Add onion to pot and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
  3. Stir in beef broth, green chiles, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano. Return beef to pot.
  4. Secure lid, set valve to Sealing, and pressure cook on High for 60 minutes.
  5. Allow natural release for 15 minutes, then quick release. Shred beef with two forks. Stir in lime juice and some cooking liquid to keep it moist.
  6. Serve in tortillas with your favorite taco toppings.
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