Instant Pot Taco Meat

A quick and flavorful ground beef taco filling made in the Instant Pot. The pressure-cooked method infuses rich spices and beef broth into tender meat without the mess or dryness of traditional stovetop cooking.

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Course: Instant pot

Cuisine: Mexican

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 30

Servings: servings

Calories: 310kcal

Author: Eva Stoner

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup beef broth
1/2 cup tomato paste
6 corn tortillas (for serving)

Instructions

Brown ground beef in olive oil in the Instant Pot using the sauté function
Drain excess fat from the pot
Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, onion powder, and garlic powder; sauté to bloom spices
Stir in beef broth and tomato paste until well combined
Place the lid on the Instant Pot and cook under pressure for 10 minutes
Allow natural release for 10 minutes, then quick release remaining pressure
Serve in warmed corn tortillas

Notes

For extra flavor, let the taco meat sit overnight in the refrigerator before serving
If preferred, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
Freeze for 3-4 months in freezer-safe containers

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