Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of Pulled Beef Carnitas Street Tacos, a delightful and easy-to-make dish perfect for taco night or any casual gathering. This recipe features tender, shredded beef marinated with a blend of spices and fresh orange juice, delivering an explosion of flavor in every bite. Accompanied by customizable toppings such as fresh cilantro, guacamole, and salsa, these tacos are sure to impress your family and friends. Ideal for meal prep, you can whip up a large batch and enjoy delicious leftovers throughout the week. Experience the authentic taste of Mexican street food from the comfort of your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef shoulder
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- ½ tablespoon garlic powder
- 3 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for searing)
- ¾ cup fresh orange juice
- 1 yellow onion (sliced thickly)
- 1 jalapeno (halved, stem removed)
- 16 corn tortillas
- Toppings: fresh cilantro, diced white onion, radishes, guacamole, salsa
Instructions
- Combine spices (paprika, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, salt) in a bowl.
- Trim excess fat from beef and pat dry.
- Rub spice mixture over all sides of the beef.
- Sear beef in an Instant Pot with vegetable oil for about 3 minutes on each side.
- Add fresh orange juice, sliced onion, and jalapeno to the pot.
- Pressure cook on manual for 90 minutes; allow natural release for 15 minutes before shredding.
- Assemble tacos with shredded beef and desired toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg