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    Home » Recipes » Mexican

    Instant Pot Mexican Recipes

    Published: Aug 6, 2020 · Updated: Nov 9, 2022 by Maggie Unzueta

    A collage of instant pot Mexican recipes.

    You’re going to love this collection of Instant Pot Mexican Recipes. Super easy and super tasty dishes that are sure to be a hit.

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    A collage of instant pot Mexican recipes.

    Whether it’s dinner or lunch, chicken or beef, there’s something for everyone in this collection of Instant Pot Mexican Recipes. They are easy-to-make and have tons of flavor.

    Table of Contents

    • 1 Mexican Instant Pot Recipes
      • 1.1 Instant Pot Pork Tamales 
      • 1.2 Dump and Start Instant Pot Mexican Black Beans Stew (V, GF)
      • 1.3 Cochinita Pibil 
      • 1.4 Instant Pot Burrito Bowls with Black Beans and Brown Rice
      • 1.5 Instant Pot Pinto Beans NO SOAK
      • 1.6 Instant Pot Mexican Shredded Beef
      • 1.7 Instant Pot Mexican Rice 
      • 1.8 Mexican Casserole in Your Pressure Cooker = Killer Dinner!
      • 1.9 Instant Pot Chicken Tamales
      • 1.10 Instant Pot Mexican Shredded Beef Recipe
      • 1.11 Instant Pot Chile Colorado 
      • 1.12 Quick And Easy Instant Pot Rice and Beans
      • 1.13 Instant Pot Pozole Verde
      • 1.14 Birria de Res, or Mexican Beef Stew 
      • 1.15 Easy Instant Pot Black Beans (No Soaking)
      • 1.16 Instant Pot Pork Carnitas

    Mexican Instant Pot Recipes

    Check out these Mexican Instant Pot Recipes that you're sure to love. They will save you time in the kitchen without missing out on the flavor.

    Instant Pot Pork Tamales 

    Making tamales the old fashion way can take all day. These Instant Pot Pork Tamales are ready in nearly half the regular cooking time. Tasty and incredibly yummy!

    Photo Credit: recipesfromapantry.com

    Dump and Start Instant Pot Mexican Black Beans Stew (V, GF)

    Dump and Start Instant Pot Black Beans Stew is easy to make and full of great Mexican flavor! Make black beans from scratch in the Instant Pot in less than an hour, and with no soaking is required.

    Cochinita Pibil 

    Cochinita Pibil is made of tender, juicy pork cooked in a savory chile sauce and wrapped in banana leaves. This is typically done in a pit on the ground and takes all day to cook. Here, this is ready in no time flat using the instant pot.

    Photo Credit: www.yummymummykitchen.com

    Instant Pot Burrito Bowls with Black Beans and Brown Rice

    Easy Instant Pot burrito bowls made with cilantro lime brown rice and black beans using the pot-in-pot method. These Chipotle inspired burrito bowls are vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free, and make an excellent dinner or meal prep option. 

    Instant Pot Pinto Beans NO SOAK

    No soaking needed to make Instant Pot Pinto Beans. They make a delicious side dish or quick lunch any day of the week.

    Photo Credit: www.theroastedroot.net

    Instant Pot Mexican Shredded Beef

    Instant Pot Mexican shredded beef is a goof-proof approach to the best taco meat! This easy recipe makes restaurant-style shredded beef and takes just over an hour to prepare.

    Instant Pot Mexican Rice 

    Instant Pot Mexican Rice makes a tasty side dish. Easy-to-make and yummy to eat. Better than any restaurant can offer!

    Photo Credit: temeculablogs.com

    Mexican Casserole in Your Pressure Cooker = Killer Dinner!

    One pot meal with Mexican flavors you love. Complete with pasta, beans and corn you'll love this casserole for dinner.

    Instant Pot Chicken Tamales

    If you love tamales but you hate waiting all day to eat them, then you're going to love this recipe! Instant Pot Chicken Tamales are tasty and incredibly flavorful. The best part, though, is that they are ready in nearly half the regular cooking time!

    Photo Credit: www.bobbiskozykitchen.com

    Instant Pot Mexican Shredded Beef Recipe

    This amazing shredded beef is gluten-free, low carb, and paleo. It's delicious in tacos, salads, and so much more. Shredded beef has never been easier than this Instant Pot Mexican Shredded Beef recipe… let your pressure cooker save you time!

    Instant Pot Chile Colorado 

    Instant Pot Chile Colorado is made of braised, tender pork drenched in a savory chile sauce. This delicious, flavorful, and authentic Mexican recipe is sure to please!

    Photo Credit: thebellyrulesthemind.net

    Quick And Easy Instant Pot Rice and Beans

    Easy Mexican Instant Pot rice and beans makes a delicious and quick vegetarian lunch, dinner, or side dish. Loaded with the bold flavor of salsa and spices, this hearty dish is a delicious addition to taco night. This Mexican Instant Pot rice and beans recipe also would be the perfect base for a burrito or burrito bowl.

    Instant Pot Pozole Verde

    Instant Pot Pozole Verde is made of tender pork swimming in a tasty tomatillo sauce. The bites of hominy are simply perfect. Top with cabbage, radishes, and drizzle with lime.... Talk about comfort food!

    Birria de Res, or Mexican Beef Stew 

    Birria de Res is a traditional Mexican stew, the perfect comfort food with rich, bold flavors that your tastebuds will enjoy.

    Photo Credit: flavorthemoments.com

    Easy Instant Pot Black Beans (No Soaking)

    Easy Instant Pot Black Beans (No Soaking) are homemade black beans cooked in the pressure cooker in minutes with no soaking required. Enjoy them plain or prepare the recipe variations for Mexican-style whole or refried black beans!

    Instant Pot Pork Carnitas

    Instant Pot Pork Carnitas are perfect for busy weeknights. Serve with tortillas to make tacos and drizzle with your favorite salsa. This recipe is SO easy to enjoy!

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    1. Ana

      August 16, 2020 at 10:09 am

      I love Mexican food and what a wonderful round-up of instant Mexican pot recipe. Bookimarking your post and going to try each one of them.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        August 17, 2020 at 11:27 am

        This recipes are amazing. Glad you liked them!

        Reply
    2. rika

      August 13, 2020 at 9:54 am

      I am pinning this recipe collection! I love Instant Pot and definely Mexican recipes! Yum!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        August 13, 2020 at 3:47 pm

        So glad you enjoyed this Rika!

        Reply
    3. Natalie

      August 13, 2020 at 8:12 am

      Few days back, my kid saw in some cartoon tamales and now he bugs me, wants me to make him that. I’m soooo glad that I run into your recipe here. Can’t wait to make it.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        August 13, 2020 at 3:48 pm

        Tamales are amazing and this recipe is delicious. Hope you try it!

        Reply
    4. Catalina

      August 12, 2020 at 11:24 pm

      Mexican flavor is the best! I will definitely try some of these recipes for my Instant Pot!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        August 13, 2020 at 4:19 pm

        Yes it is! Hope you try this recipe!

        Reply
    5. Jenn @ EngineerMommy

      August 12, 2020 at 2:20 pm

      There are so many awesome recipes here. I love using the instant pot for meals. Can’t beat the convenience!!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        August 24, 2020 at 4:09 pm

        Right? Easy and delicious!

        Reply
    6. Monica Simpson

      August 12, 2020 at 1:18 pm

      Cochinita pibil looks amazing! I’ve never heard of that dish. I love tamales too. It’s so awesome you can make such delicious meals in the Instant Pot.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        August 24, 2020 at 4:09 pm

        It’s easy and convenient!

        Reply
    7. Sarah Bailey

      August 12, 2020 at 7:25 am

      What a great round up of recipes to make in an instant pot – I have to admit I love how full of flavour these all sound.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        August 12, 2020 at 9:08 am

        Flavorful and delicious! Hope you try them.

        Reply
    8. Joline

      August 12, 2020 at 6:09 am

      We’ve been on the fence about buying an instant pot for yearssss. These are delicious reasons to finally buy one!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        August 12, 2020 at 9:10 am

        Hope you try this recipe Joline!

        Reply
    9. Jennifer Van Haitsma

      August 12, 2020 at 4:43 am

      I haven’t had tamales in so long. They’re delicious! And Mexican rice is one of my favorite sides of all time. Thanks for all the ideas.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        August 12, 2020 at 9:11 am

        So glad you enjoyed this!

        Reply
    10. Chef Dennis

      August 12, 2020 at 12:05 am

      I am so loving all these Instant pot recipes, Maggie! I will definitely try making them at home. Surely, my wife will love them.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        August 12, 2020 at 9:12 am

        So good right? We love these ones too!

        Reply
    11. Tasheena

      August 11, 2020 at 6:10 pm

      Thanks for sharing this roundup. I can’t wait to give these recipes a try.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        August 12, 2020 at 9:13 am

        These recipes are amazing. Hope you try them!

        Reply
    12. Pam Wattenbarger

      August 11, 2020 at 4:49 pm

      I should not have looked at this before dinner because all of those dishes look amazing. We often have some of these dishes but I haven’t ever made them in the instant pot.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        August 12, 2020 at 9:53 am

        So glad you enjoyed this! Hope you try these recipes.

        Reply

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