Instant Pot Barbacoa Beef (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1-2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 pound chuck roast, cut into 2-inch cubes
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1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
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1 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
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1 medium onion, chopped
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6 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
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4 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
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¼ cup lime juice (3-4 limes)
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¼ cup apple cider vinegar
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6 ounces lager beer (1/2 bottle) or 3/4 cup beef broth
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1 tablespoon ground cumin
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1 tablespoon dried oregano
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¼ teaspoon ground cloves
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
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3 bay leaves
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Heat the olive oil in the Instant Pot on the sauté setting. Season the beef cubes generously with salt and pepper. Sear the beef for 1-2 minutes per side, working in batches if needed.
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Add the onion, garlic, chipotle, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, lager, cumin, oregano, cloves, and brown sugar to a blender or food processor. Pulse until everything is smooth.
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Pour the mixture over the beef, add the bay leaves, and stir to coat the beef. Secure the lid of the Instant Pot and cook on high pressure for 60 minutes, then quick release the pressure.
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Remove the bay leaves and discard. Take the beef out of the Instant Pot and shred it with two forks. Add the beef back to the pot and mix it well with the sauce. Let it sit for 10 minutes before serving.
# Helpful Notes:
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Chuck roast is ideal for slow cooking due to its fat content and toughness.
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Adjust the number of chipotle peppers for preferred spice levels.
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Lager provides depth of flavor, but beef broth can be used for an alcohol-free option.
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Make-ahead friendly recipe that enhances in flavor over time.