Instant Pot Spiced Beef Tacos

Ingredients

Estimated total cost: €24.82 · €4.14/serving

• 1/4 cup premium apple cider vinegarEst. price €0.12–€0.25
• 1 teaspoon sea saltEst. price €0.02–€0.05
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepperEst. price €0.03–€0.08
• 2 tablespoons high-quality vegetable oilEst. price €0.08–€0.15
• 1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth or All-Purpose Chicken StockEst. price €0.20–€0.40
• 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced (crushing with the knife blade will release more flavor)Est. price €0.10–€0.20
• 2 1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, trimmed of excess fat and cut into large chunksEst. price €22.50–€32.50
• Cotija cheese, for servingEst. price €0.50–€1.00
• 2 teaspoons dried oreganoEst. price €0.10–€0.20
• 2 tablespoons freshly pressed lime juiceEst. price €0.15–€0.30

Steps

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, combine the vinegar, lime juice, minced garlic, chipotle pepper, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and ground cloves. Whisk the ingredients together until well blended and set the mixture aside for later use.

2. 2

   To begin, set the pressure cooker to Sauté mode and adjust the temperature to the highest setting. Add vegetable oil to the inner pot and allow it to heat up until the display shows "Hot," which should take approximately 5 minutes. Once ready, add the beef into the pot. Cook uncovered, flipping the beef every 2 minutes, until it is browned on most sides, which should take around 8 minutes in total.

3. 3

   Carefully pour in the vinegar sauce and chicken broth, being mindful of potential steam. Add the bay leaves into the mixture and gently stir everything together until well combined.

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• Cultural note

  Tacos are a traditional Mexican dish that has gained popularity worldwide. The use of spices like chipotle, cumin, and oregano in this recipe reflects the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine.

• Seasonal note

  Beef tacos are a versatile dish that can be enjoyed year-round, but they are particularly popular during summer for outdoor grilling or casual gatherings.

• Health note

  These Instant Pot spiced beef tacos are a good source of protein and zinc, essential for muscle health and immune function. However, be mindful of the high saturated fat content from the beef and cotija cheese.