The amazing flavors of a classic Mexican recipe made quickly and easily. Instant Pot Barbacoa Beef is excellent in tacos, burritos and Mexican casseroles.
Prep Time20 minutesmins
Cook Time1 hourhr20 minutesmins
Total Time1 hourhr40 minutesmins
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12
Ingredients
2tablespoonolive oil
2.5-3.5poundschuck roast(cut into 1.5”-2” cubes, large chunks of fat removed)
3dried Guajillo peppers(stems and seeds removed, ground finely)
3dried Ancho peppers(stems and seeds removed, ground finely)
2teaspoonscumin
2teaspoonsdried oregano
1/4teaspooncloves
1/2teaspooncinnamon
1teaspoonground black pepper
1teaspoonsalt
8clovesgarlic(minced)
1chipotle pepper in adobo(chopped)
1.5cupsbeef broth
1tablespoonapple cider vinegar
1tablespoonbrown sugar
Instructions
Set Instant Pot to sauté, high, add oil.
Once the oil is shimmering, add the cubed roast and stir continuously until browned.
Add the dry spices and continue stirring for a minute, until they become fragrant.
Add the garlic and chipotle pepper, stirring occasionally for another 3 minutes.
Add the beef broth, vinegar, and brown sugar, then stir well to mix.
Put the lid on the Instant Pot and seal the lid. Set Instant Pot to pressure cook on high for 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Let naturally vent to release pressure, break the meat apart in another container, mixing in about 1/4 cup of the liquid.