Imagine tender, juicy beef that falls apart with the gentlest touch, bursting with zesty Mexican flavors that transport you straight to a vibrant street food market. Our Instant Pot Beef Carnitas recipe is about to revolutionize your dinner routine, delivering restaurant-quality Mexican cuisine right in your own kitchen in just over an hour. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this incredibly easy, wildly delicious dish that combines the magic of citrus, spices, and perfectly cooked beef!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 60 mins
Total Time: 70 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup lime juice
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the beef chuck roast and cut into 2-inch chunks, ensuring relatively uniform size for even cooking.
- In a small bowl, combine cumin, oregano, minced garlic, orange juice, and lime juice to create a marinade.
- Place chopped onions at the bottom of the Instant Pot to create a flavor base and prevent meat from sticking.
- Add beef chunks to the Instant Pot, then pour the prepared marinade over the meat, ensuring all pieces are well-coated.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to sealing position, and select the Manual/Pressure Cook setting.
- Cook on high pressure for 45-50 minutes, allowing the beef to become tender and easily shreddable.
- Once cooking is complete, allow natural pressure release for 10-15 minutes to help meat retain moisture.
- Carefully remove meat and shred using two forks, discarding any remaining large fat pieces.
- Optional: For crispy edges, spread shredded meat on a baking sheet and broil for 3-5 minutes until edges are slightly crisp.
- Serve hot in tortillas with desired toppings like cilantro, diced onions, and lime wedges.
Tips
- • Choose a well-marbled chuck roast for maximum tenderness and flavor • Cut meat into uniform 2-inch chunks to ensure even cooking • Don't skip browning the meat after pressure cooking for those irresistible crispy edges • Use fresh citrus juices for the most vibrant marinade flavor • Let the meat rest after cooking to help it retain moisture • For extra flavor, toast your tortillas before serving • Customize your toppings with fresh cilantro, diced onions, and lime wedges • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days and reheated easily
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 266kcal
Carbohydrates: 6g
Protein: 19g
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 65mg
