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15 Minute Instant Pot/Pressure Cooker Taco Mince

Quick, flavorful taco mince made in the Instant Pot for an easy weeknight meal.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 onion peeled and chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper seeded and finely diced
  • 3 garlic cloves peeled and minced
  • 2 fresh tomatoes large, finely diced (see note)
  • 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1.6 lbs ground beef or ground lamb
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • cilantro chopped, for garnish
  • spring onion (salad onion) chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  • Peeled and chop the onion and mince the garlic.
  • Seed and finely dice the red bell pepper and finely dice the tomatoes.
  • Set the Instant Pot to Sauté, add the olive oil, then add the ground beef or lamb, chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper.
  • Sauté for 2–3 minutes, stirring to break up the meat, until starting to brown.
  • Add the diced tomatoes and all the dried seasonings; stir to combine.
  • Cancel the Sauté function, secure the lid, set the valve to Seal, select Manual/Pressure Cook and set for 15 minutes.
  • When cooking finishes, perform a quick pressure release, then remove the lid and use Sauté to simmer briefly until excess liquid evaporates to your liking.
  • Serve topped with chopped cilantro and chopped spring onion.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot or electric pressure cooker
  • Cutting Board
  • chef's knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • wooden spoon or spatula

Notes

  • You can substitute a can of chopped tomatoes, but expect more liquid to evaporate afterward.