Recently I have been making food inspired from other countries. It challenges me to try new ingredients and flavor profiles that I typically don’t. This past week was Korean week, so for taco Tuesday I made these Korean inspired tacos! They were SO good, I had to share the recipe.

I will note these are INSPIRED by Korean Galbi JJim Short Ribs. I used the same ingredients that are typically in Galbi JJim to make these tacos, they are not “authentic.” They are my take on a gluten free, soy free version of it that happened to turn out amazing. If you are looking for something authentic, you can find tons of great Korean recipe sites. But if you are looking for a Korean inspired gluten free and soy free alternative that tastes amazing, then these are for you.

  • SERVINGS:  4
  • PREP TIME: 20 Mins
  • COOK TIME: 90 Mins
  • TOTAL TIME: 1.70 Hr

This meat literally melts in your mouth it is so good. With the flavors from an Asian pear and sesame oil, it packs a flavor that is perfect for a twist on taco night!

Ingredients:

  • 2 lb beef chuck roast
  • Salt and pepper
  • Avocado oil
  • 1 Asian pear, chopped
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup coconut aminos
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 6 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 3 tsp fish sauce
  • 1/2 cup beef stock
  • green lettuce cups
  • green onions

Preparation:

STEP 1.

Turn your instant pot to saute mode. While that heats up, season your beef all over with salt. Add avocado oil to the instant pot and sear your beef, 5 minutes per side, to create a nice brown crust. Remove and set on a plate, turn off your instant pot.

STEP 2.

In a blender, add the Asian pear, onion, coconut aminos, honey, rice vinegar, garlic cloves, sesame oil, and fish sauce. Blend until smooth. Taste and add salt if needed. Add the sauce to the instant pot and mix with the beef stock. Add your beef back to the liquid and secure the lid. Turn on manual to high pressure for 90 minutes.

STEP 3.

Once the 90 minutes are up release the pressure and remove the lid. Shred your beef with two forks and add back to the liquid. Turn the instant pot to saute mode and reduce the sauce until thickened, around 15 minutes.

STEP 4.

Serve the meat into lettuce cups for tacos and top with sliced green onions. Enjoy!

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