Easy Instant Pot Pork Shoulder for Quick Shredded Pork
An Instant Pot pork shoulder recipe yields tender shredded pork, perfect for quick preparation of tacos and sandwiches.
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Instructions
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Slice 4 pounds pork shoulder into 3 or 4 large chunks.
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Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in the Instant Pot on sauté mode, then brown pork pieces for 8 to 10 minutes, turning to sear all sides.
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Add 1 quartered onion, 6 finely chopped garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, and 1 cup chicken stock.
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Secure the lid, set the vent to seal, and pressure cook on high for 60 minutes, followed by a 10 to 20 minute natural pressure release.
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Remove the pork, strain the cooking liquid, skim off fat, return the defatted liquid to the Instant Pot, and adjust seasonings.
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Shred the pork, return it to the pot, and sauté until heated through.
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Serve the pork hot in buns or taco shells with desired garnishes.