Beans are part of the legume family and are not recommended with the paleo lifestyle. Without sounding too scientific, they contain phytates, which lead to improper digestion. They basically inhibit the absorption of certain nutrients and minerals and can lead to a “leaky gut” over time.
• Hands-On Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
Serves 4
1 tablespoon avocado oil
1/2 pound ground pork
1/2 pound ground beef
1 cup diced red onion
1 small green bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 large carrot, peeled and diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 small jalapeño, seeded and diced
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 (28-ounce) can puréed tomatoes, including juice
1 Press the Sauté button on the Instant Pot®. Heat oil. Add the ground pork, ground beef, and onion. Stir-fry 5 minutes until pork is no longer pink.
2 Add remaining ingredients to pot and stir to combine. Lock lid. Press the Meat button and cook for default time of 35 minutes. When timer beeps, let pressure release naturally until float valve drops and then unlock lid. Serve warm.