Shredded Lamb Tacos
Servings: 4 servings
Master tender, shredded lamb tacos with this easy recipe! Simmered with adobo chipotle and Dei Fratelli diced tomatoes in an InstaPot for maximum flavor.
Ingredients:
- 1 (14.5 oz.) can Dei Fratelli Chopped Tomatoes with Onion & Garlic
- 1 (14.5 oz.) can Dei Fratelli Petite Diced Tomatoes with Onion, Celery, & Peppers
- 4 Tbsp. Vegetable Oil
- 2 lbs. Lamb Leg Shank, trimmed of fat
- 1 (12 oz.) can Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/2 Onion, chopped
- 1 tsp. Ground Coriander
- 1 Tbsp. Oregano
- 1.5 Cups Chicken Stock
- 1 tsp. Sea Salt
- 1 tsp. Black Pepper
- 1/2 tsp. Ground Cloves
- Corn Tortillas, as needed
- Red Onion, diced, for garnish
Instructions:
- Heat 2 Tbsp. of vegetable oil in a large frying pan. Add in the lamb and sear on all sides.
- Move lamb to a pressure cooker or Instapot and add Dei Fratelli Chopped Tomatoes with Onion and Garlic, Dei Fratelli Petite Diced Tomatoes with Onion, Celery, and Peppers, Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce, minced garlic, chopped onion, and all the seasonings.
- Cook in your pressure cooker or Instapot on high for 1 hour.
- Release the steam out of your pressure cooker and strain any remaining liquid into a pot on the stove.
- Simmer the liquid on your stove top on high until the sauce is reduced.
- Place the lamb on a cutting board and shred the meat using two forks or a meat shredder. Ensure to discard any bones.
- Combine the sauce with the shredded lamb and serve on corn tortillas.
- Garnish with red onion, and a homemade pico de gallo, salsa, or guacamole.
Alternatively, you can use ground lamb and cook on your stovetop over medium heat.
If using an Instapot, remove the lamb and place on a cutting board to cool. Switch your Instapot to sauté mode and allow the remaining liquid to simmer there.
Chef's Tip:
Can I use ground lamb instead of a leg shank for this recipe?
Yes! If you do not have a lamb leg shank or want a faster option, you can easily use ground lamb. Simply brown and cook the ground lamb in a skillet on your stovetop over medium heat before combining it with the seasonings and tomatoes.
What are the best canned tomatoes for tacos and braised lamb?
The best tomatoes for tacos and rich braised lamb recipes are Dei Fratelli Chopped Tomatoes with Onion and Garlic paired with Dei Fratelli Petite Diced Tomatoes with Onion, Celery, and Peppers. Using these pre-seasoned, vine-ripened tomatoes adds a rich depth of flavor to the braising liquid without requiring hours of vegetable chopping.
How do you make shredded lamb tacos in a pressure cooker or InstaPot?
First, sear your lamb in a frying pan with vegetable oil to lock in the juices. Transfer the meat to your pressure cooker or InstaPot and add the Dei Fratelli tomatoes, chipotle peppers in adobo, minced garlic, chopped onion, chicken stock, and spices. Cook on high for 1 hour, then shred the lamb using two forks and mix it back into the reduced braising liquid.
What should I serve as a garnish for lamb tacos?
Serve your shredded lamb on warm corn tortillas and garnish with finely diced red onion and a fresh, homemade pico de gallo. They also pair beautifully with a side of homemade guacamole or your favorite salsa.