Ground Beef Tacos
Quick and flavorful Instant Pot Ground Beef Tacos that bring a smile to the dinner table with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef (85 or 90 percent lean) Use lean beef for less grease.
- 1 small onion, diced (optional) Adds flavor.
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp oil Use only if beef is very lean.
- 2 tbsp tomato paste or 1 cup salsa
- 3/4 cup beef broth or water
- to taste Taco seasoning Use store-bought or homemade.
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (optional) For thickening.
Instructions
Preparation
- Press Saute on the Instant Pot. Add oil if needed and then toss in onion. Cook for 2 minutes, then add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the ground beef and break it up. Cook until mostly browned. Spoon out excess grease if necessary.
- Stir in taco seasoning and tomato paste (or salsa).
- Pour in broth or water and scrape the bottom to prevent burn warning.
- Lock the lid and set to Pressure Cook on High for 5 minutes. Quick release when done.
- For thicker meat, stir in the cornstarch slurry and simmer on Saute for 1 to 2 minutes until it thickens.
Notes
Serve in warm tortillas with shredded lettuce, cheese, and a squeeze of lime. Leftovers are great for up to 4 days in the fridge and can be frozen for 3 months.