Instant Pot Shredded Beef
A tender and flavorful shredded beef dish made effortlessly in your Instant Pot, perfect for tacos, sandwiches, and more.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds boneless chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 piece lime (juiced)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 handful chopped cilantro (optional)
- Tapioca flour or cornstarch (mixed with water, optional for thickening)
Instructions
- Set Instant Pot to sauté. Trim excess fat from the chuck roast and cut into 2-inch chunks. In a bowl, combine beef with 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic powder, salt, onion powder, chili powder, and lime juice.
- Add remaining olive oil to the pot and brown the beef chunks on all sides. Pour in beef broth.
- Secure the lid, seal the release valve, and cook on high pressure for 30 minutes. Allow natural pressure release for 20 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure.
- Shred the beef using two forks. If desired, mix tapioca flour or cornstarch with water and stir into the pot to thicken sauce. Let it cook on sauté for a few minutes until thickened.
- Stir in chopped cilantro if desired and serve.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently, adding a splash of broth or water to keep it moist.