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Instant Pot Mexican Shredded Beef

Instant Pot Mexican Shredded Beef

Dave Cole
This version of Instant Pot Mexican Shredded Beef is similar to the Barbacoa beef found at the Chipotle chain.  It is a common filling for burritos, tacos, tamales and other Mexican dishes 
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 8 burritos

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast
  • 2 tablespoon oil
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 4 ounce cans diced green chilis can substitute diced jalapenos for extra spice
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in a skillet or Instant Pot. Add roast and brown on all sides, about 8 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients. Cook on high pressure for 50 minutes. Allow to natural release.
  • Remove meat to plate and shred with two forks. Remove bay leaves and add meat back to the sauce. Let simmer for 10 minutes. Serve or refrigerate for later use.
Keyword Instant Pot Mexican Shredded Beef