Description
Crispy Instant Pot Carnitas are a mouthwatering delight that combines tender, juicy beef with a crispy finish, making them the perfect addition to any meal. This easy recipe utilizes the Instant Pot to significantly cut down cooking time while ensuring maximum flavor and texture. Whether you’re preparing tacos for Taco Tuesday or hearty burrito bowls for a family dinner, these carnitas will impress. Serve them with your favorite toppings like fresh cilantro, avocado, or zesty salsa for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lb beef shoulder (cut into 3-inch pieces)
- 2 tablespoons olive or avocado oil
- 6 cloves garlic (roughly chopped)
- 1 medium white onion (cut into large chunks)
- 1/3 cup fresh orange juice (about 1 large orange)
- 1/3 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt (divided)
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 3 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Combine spices and rub all over the beef.
- Sear beef in the Instant Pot until browned; set aside.
- Sauté onions and garlic in the same pot until fragrant.
- Return beef to the pot; add juices, broth, and bay leaves.
- Pressure cook on high for 55 minutes; let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes.
- Broil shredded beef on a sheet pan for 3-5 minutes until crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking/Broiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg