Instant Pot Beef Barbacoa Restaraunt Quality With Minimal Effort

Why You’ll Love This Easy Dish

Better than the original. This is a great take on Chipotle Barbacoa.Inexpensive. Skip the high takeout prices and make your own at home.Great topper. Use this as a topping for rice or salad.Easy. A great hands-off Instant Pot recipe.Keto. Great for a keto lifestyle.Low Carb. Skip the tortillas and eat with some cheese and sour cream for a great low carb main course.

What Is Beef Barbacoa Made Of?

How To Make Instant Pot Beef Barbacoa

Tips And Tricks

Double it up. I wrote this for 1 pound of meat because many of us can’t finish several pounds of meat at once. But you can always double or triple the recipe. If you do that, double or triple everything except the water.Meal Prep. You can freeze the leftovers along with some of the cooking liquid to keep it moist when defrosting.

Variations

Here are some variations for beef barbacoa: It’s also widely believed that Chipotle barbacoa is made of chuck roast as well. And let me tell you, it’s the perfect cut of meat for this dish as it comes about perfectly tender and delicious every time!

What Does Barbacoa Taste Like?

Beef Barbacoa is perfectly tangy, savory, salty, and spicy all at the same time. It has a rich, beefy flavor that’s bursting with Mexican spices and it’s easily one of my favorite Mexican dishes.

Apple Cider Vinegar- Adds acidity and tanginess to the dish. It helps balance the flavors and contributes to the overall complexity of the sauce.Chipotle Chile in Adobo Sauce- A key ingredient that provides both smokiness and heat to the barbacoa. It adds a distinctive flavor and a touch of spiciness to the dish.Garlic Cloves- Bring a robust and aromatic flavor to the barbacoa. Ground Cumin- It imparts a warm and earthy flavor to the barbacoa, contributing to its authentic taste.Dried Oregano- Adds a herbaceous and slightly floral note to the dish.Kosher Salt- Used to season the meat and the sauce, enhancing the taste of the beef and the other ingredients.Mexican Red Chili Powder- Provides a vibrant red color and a mild, smoky heat to the barbacoa.Ground Cloves- Add a warm and slightly sweet flavor with a hint of spiciness. They are used sparingly to give the dish a unique depth of flavor.Water- It helps create steam and pressure, facilitating the cooking process while also serving as a base for the sauce.Chuck Roast- The main ingredient and source of the beef in this dish. It is cut into smaller pieces to ensure even cooking and quicker tenderization in the Instant Pot.Lime Juice- Adds a bright and zesty element to the barbacoa, balancing the richness of the meat and the flavors of the spices.

Slow Cooker Beef Barbacoa- This is a convenient and popular way to prepare beef barbacoa. Simply place the beef, seasonings, and other ingredients in a slow cooker, and let it cook low and slow for several hours until the meat is tender and can be easily shredded.Beer-Marinated Beef Barbacoa- Marinate the beef in a mixture of beer, lime juice, and spices for several hours or overnight. The beer adds a unique depth of flavor to the meat.Green Chile Beef Barbacoa- Replace some or all of the dried chilies in the traditional spice blend with roasted or canned green chilies for a milder, tangier flavor profile.

What To Serve With Instant Pot Barbacoa

Salad: Use the cooking liquid as a dressing. You may choose to use romaine lettuce, sour cream, salsa, guacamole, chopped red onions, and cilantro.Tacos: Wrap in corn or four tortillas with chopped red onions and cilantro. Keep it low carb with your favorite low carb tortilla shell.Over Rice: Cook brown rice pot in pot in the same pot as the meat cooks.Lettuce Wrap: Wrap the meat in a lettuce leaf to keep it keto.

How Long Does It Last?

If you have leftovers of beef barbacoa and want to refrigerate them, they should be stored in an airtight container. When properly refrigerated, beef barbacoa can typically last in the refrigerator for about 3 to 4 days. Make sure to cool the meat to room temperature before refrigerating it to prevent condensation, which can affect the texture.

Can You Freeze It?

If you want to extend the shelf life of beef barbacoa, you can freeze it. Transfer the cooled barbacoa to an airtight container or freezer-safe bag, removing as much air as possible to prevent freezer burn. Properly stored, beef barbacoa can stay good in the freezer for approximately 2 to 3 months. When ready to use, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.

More Great Mexican Instant Pot Recipes?

Pork Chile Verde - Quick, savory, and delicious.Poblano Chicken Soup - Bursting with flavor without being spicy.Carne Adovada - A traditional taste made in a non-traditional way.Arroz Pina Colada - A great dessert for your Mexican dinner.Mexican Pulled Pork - Make pulled Pork tacos or use it for burritos.Mexican Chicken Pollo Con Salsa Rojo - A delicious Mexican chicken dish.Arroz Con Pollo - A simple chicken and rice dish that is bound to make the whole family happy.Mexican Rice Recipe - Way better than prepackaged Mexican rice!Instant Pot Tamale Pie - All of the taste of tamales but done in under an hour.

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