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Lazy Instant Pot Chuck Roast Birria Recipe for Taco's! (dairy-free!)

The perfect lazy Instant Pot Birria Recipe with a beef chuck roast and make the best Mexican Birria Shredded Meat Tacos! Dairy-free!
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Lazy Instant Pot Chuck Roast Birria Recipe for Tacos!
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:45 minutes
Natural Release:30 minutes
Total Time:1 hour 20 minutes

Equipment

  • Instant Pot at least 6 quart
  • knife
  • Chopping board
  • Spoon
  • Serving spoon
  • Measuring jug
  • Forks to shred the meat

Ingredients

  • 2-3 lb beef chuck roast
  • 8 cups water
  • 1 packet instant birria seasoning or birria bomb
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/2 onion
  • 3 garlic cloves whole

Instructions

  • Add the beef chuck roast to the Instant Pot.
  • In a measuring jug, mix the water with the birria seasoning or birria bomb until combined, then pour it over the beef. Add the tomato paste, whole onion, and garlic cloves.
  • Seal the lid and set the Instant Pot to HIGH pressure for 45 minutes.
  • Once cooking is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for at least 25 to 30 minutes for the most tender result. You can quick release if needed, but natural release is recommended.
  • Remove the beef from the pot and place it onto a board or plate. Use two forks to shred the meat. It should pull apart easily.
  • Return the shredded beef back into the cooking liquid and leave on the Keep Warm setting until ready to serve.
  • Serve hot with tortillas and your favorite toppings. For a more traditional birria-style taco, dip tortillas into the top layer of the broth and fry lightly before filling with the shredded beef.

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Notes

  • Chuck roast is the best cut for shredding in this recipe
  • Different seasoning packets or bombs will vary in strength
  • Keeping the onion whole keeps the broth smooth and easy
 

Cook From Frozen

You can cook this recipe from frozen. Simply increase the cook time to 60 to 70 minutes on HIGH pressure and allow a full natural release. The beef will still turn out tender and easy to shred.
 

Storage

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • This reheats beautifully and honestly tastes even better the next day once everything has had time to sit together.
 

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