Shredded Beef in the Instant Pot
Easily adapted to multiple seasoning styles. A fast and convenient way to make a roast for shredded beef to use in sandwiches, tacos, burritos, salads, pizzas, and more.
Keyword beef, instant pot, meal prep, roast beef, shredded beef
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
3-4 lb blade roast or shoulder, or chuck roast 1 onion sliced 2 tbsp oil 2 tsp sea salt 2 cups of beef broth or water, or use some beer and some broth Set Instant Pot to saute and add oil
When hot, sear beef on all sides for 3-4 minutes per side
Remove beef and saute onions with salt
Add liquid and scrape bottom of the pot to remove any stuck on food and to deglaze
Season beef as desired (or add seasonings to portions of shredded beef after cooking)*
Lock lid and set Instant Pot to Meat/Stew and set to 35 minutes