Taco night is a classic for a reason: it's fast, easy, and endlessly customizable. But who says taco night can't be healthy and delicious too? This recipe utilizes the magic of the Instant Pot to create incredibly flavorful pulled pork for tacos in a fraction of the time it takes traditional methods.
Plus, with just a handful of ingredients – salsa, pork shoulder, and your favorite taco seasoning – you can whip up a crowd-pleasing meal that's perfect for busy weeknights. So ditch the takeout menus and get ready to experience taco night like never before!
Ingredients:
- 1 (2-3 pound) boneless pork shoulder, trimmed of excess fat and cut into chunks
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 (16-ounce) jar salsa (choose your favorite flavor!)
- 1 (2.5-ounce) packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup water
- tortillas, warmed (amount depends on how many tacos you're serving)
- Taco toppings of your choice (shredded cheese, lettuce, chopped tomatoes, cilantro, sour cream, guacamole)
Instructions:
Sauté the Pork: Set your Instant Pot to the "Sauté" function and heat the olive oil. Season the pork shoulder generously with salt and pepper. Add the pork to the pot and brown it on all sides, about 5 minutes per side.
