Elevate your Taco Tuesday with the rich, savory goodness of perfectly seasoned pork tucked into warm tortillas. These Instant Pot Pork Tacos are quick, effortless, and utterly delicious.
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Why This Recipe Works
- Flavorful Fusion: Enjoy the tasty mix of juicy pork, flavorful spices, and tangy citrus for a delicious experience.
- Instant Pot Magic: Enjoy the convenience of Instant Pot cooking, effortlessly bringing together rich and savory pork tacos for quick weeknight dinners.
- Customizable Fiesta: Tailor your taco experience with versatile spices, citrusy brightness, and tender pork, creating a customizable fiesta to suit your taste buds perfectly.
📋 Ingredients
- Pork Butt, Chops, Shoulder or Loin: Tender and flavorful, the pork serves as the hearty base for succulent tacos.
- Olive Oil: Enhance juiciness and richness with quality olive oil during cooking.
- Minced Garlic: Give savory notes with minced garlic for a tasty flavor.
- Butter: Add indulgence to the dish, enhancing overall richness.
- Small Onion Diced: Provide sweet and savory elements with diced onions.
- Diced Green Chilies: Infuse mild, smoky heat for a subtle kick.
- Beef Broth: Ensure tenderness and rich flavors in the cooking liquid.
- Beer (Ale): Introduce malty richness for depth and uniqueness.
- Orange Juice: Add sweetness and citrus brightness to balance savory elements.
- Lime Juice: Bring a zesty and tangy kick for overall freshness.
- Cinnamon: Infuse warm and aromatic essence with a hint of cinnamon.
- Taco Seasoning: Elevate the flavor profile with a balanced blend of spices for an authentic taco experience.
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
🔀 Substitutions & Variations
- Instant Pot Pork Carnitas Tacos: Transform the pork mixture into crispy carnitas tacos by crisping up the shredded pork in a skillet for added texture. Serve carnitas alongside pico de gallo for a delicious combination.
- Pork Burrito Bowls: Create a deconstructed version by serving the seasoned pork over rice or quinoa with black beans, salsa, and toppings for a hearty burrito bowl.
- Pork Nachos: Use the seasoned pork as a topping for nachos, layering it with melted cheese, jalapeños, and your favorite nacho toppings.
🔪How To Make Instant Pot Pork Tacos?
Step One: Set Instant Pot to sauté function. Add oil and butter, garlic, and onion. Saute for 2 minutes, add pork and brown, but do not cook all the way through.
Step Two: Add orange and lime juice. Then add the cinnamon and taco seasoning. Mix together. Add the green chilies and pour the beer over the pork. Add the beef broth to the pot.
Step Three: Add orange and lime juice. Then add the cinnamon and taco seasoning. Mix together and pressure cook for 35 minutes, followed by a 15-minute natural release.
Step Four: Spoon the pork onto a baking sheet and pull apart. Place under the broiler until crispy. Reserve about a cup of the broth from the Instant Pot and brush it over the pork. Serve in tortillas with your favorite taco toppings.
👩🍳 Expert Tips
- Marinate Overnight: For enhanced flavor, marinate the pork in the citrusy and spicy mixture overnight to allow the seasonings to penetrate the meat.
- Choose Your Cut: Opt for your preferred cut of pork, whether boneless pork shoulder, pork chops, pork tenderloin, or pork butt to tailor the dish to your taste and texture preferences.
- Adjust Spice Level: Customize the spice level by controlling the amount of diced green chilies and taco seasoning for a milder or bolder kick.
💭 FAQs
For optimal flavor, marinate the pork overnight, allowing the spices and citrus to enhance its taste.
Absolutely, corn tortillas are a classic choice for street tacos and can be used for an authentic touch.
Certainly, you can use various proteins like chicken, beef, or even vegetarian options for diverse street taco fillings.
To maintain texture, consider warming tortillas just before serving and storing fresh toppings separately from the cooked components.
Store leftover pork tacos in a sealed container to keep them fresh and prevent bacterial growth. Ensure the container is sealed properly to preserve flavors and textures.
If planning to store pork tacos for an extended period, consider freezing them. Wrap each taco individually in aluminum foil or plastic wrap before storing them in a container or resealable plastic bag.
When ready to enjoy the stored pork, remove them from the refrigerator or freezer and allow them to come to room temperature for a few minutes
Serving Suggestions
These are the best sides to serve with Pork Tacos:
- Mexican Rice: Enjoy a classic side of Mexican Rice, flavored with tomatoes, onions, and spices, to complement the savory pork tacos.
- Refried Beans: Serve creamy and flavorful Refried Beans on the side, adding a rich and comforting element to your pork taco meal.
- Guacamole: Elevate your taco experience with Creamy Guacamole, offering a refreshing and tangy contrast to the savory pork.
- Salsa Verde: Provide a zesty kick with Salsa Verde, a green salsa made with tomatillos, jalapeños, and fresh cilantro.
- Pineapple Salsa: Infuse a tropical twist with Pineapple Salsa, featuring diced pineapple, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro for a sweet and spicy kick.
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Instant Pot Pork Tacos
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Pork Chops shoulder or loin
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon Minced Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 Onion
- 1 Can Diced Green Chilies
- 2 cups Beef Broth
- 1 can Beer I used an ale
- 1 cup Orange Juice
- ½ cup Lime Juice
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Taco Seasoning
Instructions
- Set Instant Pot to sauté function.
- Add oil and butter and allow to melt. Add garlic and onion. Cook about 2 minutes, or until garlic is fragrant and onions are translucent.
- Add pork and brown, but do not cook all the way through.
- Add the green chilies and pour the beer over the pork.
- Add the beef broth to the pot.
- Add orange and lime juice. Then add the cinnamon and taco seasoning. Mix together.
- Set the Instant pot to high pressure for 35 minutes. Close the lid and make sure the venting is turned off. Naturally release for 15 minutes and then quick release any remaining pressure.
- Spoon the pork onto a baking sheet and pull apart. Place under the broiler until crispy. Reserve about a cup of the broth from the Instant Pot and brush over the pork.
- Serve pork over corn or flour street-size tortillas. Top with your favorite taco toppings and enjoy your Instant Pot Pork Tacos.
Notes
- Adjust Spice Level: Customize the spice level by controlling the amount of diced green chilies and taco seasoning for a milder or bolder kick.
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