How To Make Birria Tacos In An Instant Pot 🌮 | Problem Solved

beef chuck

🥗Healthier: leaner cuts of beef

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Pork shoulder is often less expensive and still flavorful.

dried guajillo chiles

💰Cheaper: dried pasilla chiles

Dried pasilla chiles are often more affordable and provide a similar flavor profile.

Cut the chuck roast into small segments for easier searing.

Season the beef with salt and pepper on each side.

Preheat the Instant Pot using the sear or sauté function.

Add a little oil to the pot and sear the beef on all sides until browned.

Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.

Add the birria spice mix to the pot, which includes ground chilies, cumin, bay leaf, clove, and cinnamon.

Sear the beef again in smaller pieces if necessary to ensure browning on all sides.

Smear tomato paste on one side of the beef and flip it to cook the other side for a minute or two.

Pour in the beef broth to cover the meat, adding more if necessary.

Add a pinch of salt to season the broth and meat.

Seal the Instant Pot and set it to cook under pressure for about one hour.

After cooking, skim off the fat layer from the top of the liquid in the pot.

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