Best Instant Pot Pork Tacos

Instant Pot pork tacos frozen or with fresh roast comes out killer, melt in your mouth with a ton of flavor. Little prep time and fork tender in no time. Ninja Foodi or any pressure cooker.

Can you overcook pulled pork in Instant Pot?

I mean I guess so but the longer it’s cooked the more tender it becomes. At some point it would get too soft so make sure you follow cook times and directions properly.

I’ll tell you that I have made large hunks of meat a lot this way. I do like to remove the bone and cut into larger chunks at the beginning. Sauteeing with a bit of oil will sear the outsides which adds texture. That isn’t a must step though and if you skip it you’ll still be fine.

What part of pork is used for tacos?

Many times I will make this as Instant Pot pork shoulder, use a Boston Instant Pot pork butt, pork roast, or loin. For the latter it takes less time since there isn’t a bone and the meat is already more tender. That is what we used here cut into large chunks. Makes it ready super fast.

You have a choice when it comes to the liquid used for this. Once you rub on the seasonings all over, water or broth can be added. The latter will yield more flavor for sure, it depends on what I have on hand really.

Ready to get going and see if you have what you need already in your fridge and cupboards? Here is what you’ll want to have on hand to throw this together for your next lunch or dinnertime. Lemme know if you add anything else!

Pork Tacos Ingredients

1. 2-3 lbs. of pork roast cut into large chunks, ours didn’t have a bone and was quite lean.
2. Olive oil allows you to saute meat first
3. Cumin is the pop of flavor you want
4. Garlic powder we add to everything
5. Chili powder can give it heat
6. Paprika is a nice add
7. Water or broth for cooking liquid, some like orange juice

What should you serve at a taco bar?

1. Lime juice for the end is a nice touch
2. Coleslaw is great for some crunch
3. Small tortillas will hold everything
4. Cheese is a must for some, Feta is our favorite with pork
5. Salsa both mild and spicy so everyone can choose
6. Diced onions are a cheap option

Let your imagination go though. Setting up an Instant Pot tacos bar or burrito bowl is great for Cinco de Mayo or any other get together too. Put everything in to small bowls and create an assembly line for your guests.

I have an entire printable recipe card at the bottom of this post that has the entire ingredient list and specific instructions. Here is a quick step by step to get you started so you can see just how simple this is to make.

How to Make Pork Tacos in Instant Pot

1. Cut pork into large chunks.
2. In a bowl combine seasonings and then rub on all sides of meat. Set pressure cooker to saute and add olive oil.
3. Once hot add meat and sear the pork pieces on all sides until no longer pink, about 2-3 minutes on each side. Turn saute function off and add water.
4. Close and lock lid and steam valve.
5. Set to high pressure cook for 30 minutes with a natural release of 10 – 15 minutes when done. (if left whole it would need as long as 60 minutes to fall apart)
6. Release remaining pressure and lift lid carefully facing lid away from you.
7. Use fork to shred pork in the pot. Leave in the sauce until ready to remove and add to tacos.
8. Use tongs to add meat, cole slaw, hot sauce inside small tortillas with a squeeze of lime on top and enjoy. OR serve over Ninja Foodi rice.

If you want the edges crispy, set on baking sheet and broil for 2-3 minutes. Great recipe for your family or a gathering because there are usually a bit of leftovers that taste great warmed up the next day!

Super simple right?? Serve on top of a bed of brown rice too if you’d rather. I do that with my leftovers the next day for sure. Save some of the yummy liquid in the pot in a container to use the next day too. Looking for a bit of a healthier option? Try our air fryer fish tacos too!!

How to keep leftovers

Keep some of the broth from the pot in a sealed container once cooled, you will want this to reheat it. In another airtight container put your meat with some of the cooking liquid once cooled in your fridge for up to 3 days.

How do you reheat cooked pork?

The fastest way is to use your microwave honestly. Make sure you add some of your liquid on top and toss together so it doesn’t dry out. You could add some gravy too if you want it more Southern style. Nuke for 30 seconds, stir, and then repeat until it is as hot as you’d like.

I love using freezer bags instead of tupperware myself. One thing is I always lose those dang lids, but besides that I don’t have to wash the container once I heat what’s left.

Want to try this in a Crockpot too? It turns out great if you can remember to put it in early in the morning. Follow our slow cooker carnitas recipe here for that method.