Carne Picada Instant Pot Recipe
Description
Carne picada is a traditional Mexican dish made with ground beef or pork. It is a very popular dish in Mexico and is often served at family gatherings. This Instant Pot version of the recipe is a quick and easy way to prepare a delicious meal in just minutes. The pressure cooker makes the meat tender and juicy and the addition of spices, vegetables, and tomatoes adds flavor and texture. Serve this flavorful dish with warm tortillas, refried beans, and Mexican-style rice for a complete meal.
Prep Time
This carne picada Instant Pot recipe takes about 10 minutes of prep work. This includes chopping the vegetables, measuring out the spices, and assembling the ingredients for the pressure cooker. Once the ingredients are all prepped and ready, the cook time is only 10 minutes.
Cook Time
The Instant Pot makes this carne picada recipe cook quickly and easily. The total cook time is only 10 minutes, with a 10-minute natural pressure release. This means that you can have a delicious dinner ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
For this carne picada Instant Pot recipe you will need: 1 pound ground beef or pork, 1 onion, 1 bell pepper, 1 jalapeno pepper, 2 cloves garlic, 2 teaspoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 cup beef broth, 1 can diced tomatoes, 1/4 cup cilantro, 1 tablespoon olive oil.
Instructions
Start by turning your Instant Pot on to the Saute setting. Add the olive oil and then add the ground beef or pork and break it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the meat is cooked through. Add the onion, bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, and garlic and cook for another 3 minutes.
Add the chili powder, cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper and stir to combine. Add the beef broth, diced tomatoes, and cilantro and stir. Place the lid on the Instant Pot and lock it shut. Set the Instant Pot to the Manual setting and set the timer for 10 minutes.
Once the 10 minutes is up, allow the pressure cooker to naturally release for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, you can release any remaining pressure and open the lid. Serve the carne picada with warm tortillas, refried beans, and Mexican-style rice.
Equipment
This carne picada Instant Pot recipe requires an Instant Pot or other electric pressure cooker, a cutting board, a knife, a wooden spoon, and measuring spoons.
Notes
This recipe is easily customizable with different vegetables and spices. You can add jalapenos for extra heat, or poblano peppers for a milder flavor. You can also substitute the beef broth for chicken broth or vegetable broth. You can also add other vegetables such as carrots, celery, or corn.
Nutrition: Per Serving
This carne picada Instant Pot recipe makes 4 servings. Each serving contains approximately 300 calories, 12 grams of fat, 25 grams of carbohydrates, and 19 grams of protein.
Recipe Tips
For the best results, use fresh ingredients when possible. Fresh vegetables and spices will provide the most flavor, and freshly ground beef or pork will ensure that the meat is cooked through. When assembling the ingredients in the Instant Pot, make sure that everything is evenly distributed. This will help ensure that the food cooks evenly.
If you don't have an Instant Pot, you can also make this recipe in a slow cooker. Just assemble the ingredients in the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours. You can also make this recipe on the stovetop. Just cook the meat and vegetables in a large skillet and then add the remaining ingredients. Cook for about 10 minutes and then serve.
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