Description
This Instant Pot Carne Asada is the perfect way to enjoy a flavorful, restaurant-quality Mexican meal at home in just 20 minutes! Tender, juicy steak cooked in a pressure cooker makes for an easy, high-protein dinner. Serve it in tacos, burritos, or quesadillas for a quick and satisfying meal. This recipe is perfect for healthy recipes lunch, easy dinner recipes, and fine dining recipes at home.
Ingredients
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- 2 lbs flank or skirt steak
- 1 cup fresh salsa
- 1 1/2 tbsp avocado oil
- Elote seasoning, to taste
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Cut the steak into smaller pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Turn the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Once it reads “hot,” add avocado oil and then the steak.
- Season with elote seasoning and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side for medium doneness.
- Add fresh salsa and cilantro (if using), then mix well.
- Serve immediately in tacos, burritos, or with your favorite sides.
Notes
- If you prefer a more marinated flavor, let the steak sit with the seasoning for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- Use sirloin steak as an alternative to flank or skirt steak.
- Serve with warm tortillas, guacamole, and lime wedges for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg