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Instant Pot Shredded Beef

This easy and flavorful Instant Pot Shredded Beef recipe is a great filling for tacos, burritos, enchiladas and sandwiches. This versatile shredded beef is also delicious in rice bowls, salads, and more.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Diet: Low Calorie, Low Fat, Low Lactose
Keyword: instant pot shredded beef, shredded beef pressure cooker
Servings: 10
Calories: 176kcal
Author: Kristina Tipps

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to the inner pot of the pressure cooker. Stir well.
  • Close and seal the pressure cooker lid. Set to high pressure (or manual) for 16 minutes (see notes below for cook times). When done, naturally release the pressure for 15 minutes, then quickly release the remaining pressure.
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked beef to a large cutting board. Shred beef using two forks.
  • Drain about half of the liquid from the inner pot. Put the shredded beef back into the pot with the remaining liquid. Stir well and let sit for 10 minutes.
  • Serve shredded beef in tacos, quesadillas, rice bowls, salads, and more.

Notes

Serving: Instant Pot shredded beef makes a great filling for tacos, quesadillas, burritos and enchiladas. Use in salads, grain bowls, tostadas and sandwiches.
Storing: Keep shredded beef in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days. 
Freezing: Store shredded beef in freezer safe bags for up to 6 months. Defrost overnight in the fridge.

Nutrition

Serving: 4oz | Calories: 176kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 415mg | Potassium: 417mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin A: 378IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 2mg