Instant Pot Asian-Style Pulled Pork
Description
Branch out from standard BBQ pulled pork dinner dishes with these Asian flavors, easily cooked to perfection in your Instant Pot.
Ingredients
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3 1/2 pounds boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
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1 cup beef broth
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1 cup chopped mushrooms
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1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
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1/3 cup soy sauce
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2 tablespoons honey
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2 tablespoons minced garlic
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1 tablespoon sesame oil
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1 tablespoon minced ginger
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2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
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1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
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2 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
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1/8 cup cold water
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1/4 cup chopped green onions
Directions
1
Combine pork, beef broth, mushrooms, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, honey, garlic, sesame oil, ginger, red pepper, and Chinese five-spice powder in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Close and lock the lid.
2
Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 35 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
3
Let sit for 15 minutes before releasing pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Remove the pork using a slotted spoon and place in a separate bowl. Set aside.
4
Combine cornstarch and water in a small bowl and add to the pressure cooker. Select Saute function. Bring to a boil and cook until sauce has thickened, about 3 minutes. Select Warm function.
5
Shred the pork using 2 forks to pull apart; mix with sauce. Top with green onions and serve.