Spicy Chipotle Shredded Beef For Burritos Or Tacos

Name: Spicy Chipotle Shredded Beef For Burritos Or Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 -3 lbs beef roast (the pot roast cut); 1 onion (peeled quartered); 1 green pepper (seeded quartered); 5 -6 chipotle peppers, they are SPICY so adjust down if you dont like too much spice (canned in adobo); 1 cup fresh cilantro, rough chopped; 5 -6 garlic cloves, smashed with edge of knife to peel; 2 -3 teaspoons cumin, to your taste; 2 -3 teaspoons oregano, to your taste; 1 cup water; 2 -3 teaspoons salt; 2 -3 teaspoons pepper; 2 -3 tablespoons olive oil

Servings: persons

2 -3 lbs beef roast (the pot roast cut)
1 onion (peeled quartered)
1 green pepper (seeded quartered)
5 -6 chipotle peppers, they are SPICY so adjust down if you dont like too much spice (canned in adobo)
1 cup fresh cilantro, rough chopped
5 -6 garlic cloves, smashed with edge of knife to peel
2 -3 teaspoons cumin, to your taste
2 -3 teaspoons oregano, to your taste
1 cup water
2 -3 teaspoons salt
2 -3 teaspoons pepper
2 -3 tablespoons olive oil

1
Liberally salt and pepper roast then brown on all sides 5-8 minutes using olive oil in the bottom of the pressure cooker pan.
2
While the meat is browning chop onions, green peppers, cilantro, and get garlic peeled/smashed.
3
Remove roast onto platter. Drain excess fat/oil from pan. Put grate in bottom of the pressure cooker (don't worry if you dont have a grate), add meat, onions, green peppers, garlic, cilantro and chipotles. Season all with cumin and oregano to taste, add 1 cup of water. ** If no Pressure cooker don't worry, cover meat with water and simmer for 1 1/2 - 2 hours till tender.**.
4
Close pressure cooker, bring to pressure, then reduce heat and cook at 15psi for 1 hour, let cooker cool down naturally.
5
Remove meat from cooker to rest for 5 minutes, discard veggies (or if you prefer extra SPICY shred them up with the meat). Reserve a small amount of the liquid in pan.
6
Shred meat with two forks (discard any fat/gristle), return to reserved liquid and keep warm on low heat until ready to use in burritos or tacos with your favorite fillings.
7
ENJOY!

1159

kcal

Calories

Fat

114

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 -3 lbs beef roast (the pot roast cut), 1 onion (peeled quartered), 1 green pepper (seeded quartered), 5 -6 chipotle peppers, they are SPICY so adjust down if you dont like too much spice (canned in adobo), and more.

Yes, Spicy Chipotle Shredded Beef For Burritos Or Tacos falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!