1-2 hours6 - 8 servingsapple cider vinegar

Savory Barbacoa Beef

By Chop Secrets

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6 - 8 servings

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1-2 hours

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Easy

Savory Barbacoa Beef
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Recipe Details

Course: Dinner, Kid-Friendly, Lunch, Main Dishes

Difficulty: Easy

Prep Time: 5 min

Cook Time: 85 min

Total Time: 1-2 hours

Cooking Technique: Pressure Cook, Sauté

Cuisine: Mexican

Yield: 6 - 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 6 oz beer
  • 4 oz diced green chiles
  • 1 small onion
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 3 in chipotlesadobo sauce
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 2 tsp dried oregano leaves
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 lb lbs beef chuck roast
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 1 tbsp kosher salt
  • tortillas
  • Diced avocado
  • chopped cilantro
  • diced red onion
  • Lime wedges

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Combine Marinade Mixture ingredients in a blender and process until completely smooth.
  2. Add olive oil to the Instant Pot. Using the display panel select the SAUTE function.
  3. When oil gets hot, brown the meat on both sides, 3-4 minutes per side. Meat will not be cooked through.
  4. Add marinade to the pot and deglaze by using a wooden spoon to scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pot.
  5. Add bay leaves, then toss to ensure everything is coated in the marinade.
  6. Turn the pot off by selecting CANCEL, then secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
  7. Using the display panel select the MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 60 minutes.
  8. When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 15 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
  9. Discard bay leaves. Carefully remove the meat from the pot to a cutting board and shred.
  10. (Optional) Skim fat off the top of the sauce using a large spoon or gravy separator.
  11. Return the meat to the pot, add salt and toss to coat.
  12. Serve shredded beef in tacos, salads, burrito bowls, or nachos alongside lime wedges.

Notes

*The MANUAL and PRESSURE COOK buttons are interchangeable.

About the chef

Chop Secrets

Chop Secrets

Chop Secrets is a culinary platform that focuses on recipe development, offering a wide variety of accessible and time-saving meal ideas. The site is a go-to destination for home cooks looking for delicious recipes that are simple to follow. Known for its collaborations with Instant Pot, Chop Secrets has produced over 250 recipe videos, providing users with step-by-step guides to make cooking easier and more enjoyable. With a range of recipes spanning from appetizers to desserts, Chop Secrets helps both beginners and seasoned cooks explore the versatility of their kitchen tools. The platform also offers a popular Instant Pot Master Class, which teaches essential techniques for mastering this appliance through cook-along lessons and printable resources, helping people create flavorful meals with minimal effort.

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