How long should I cook meat in an instant pot?

Add 1 1/2 cups of liquid (water, stock, etc.). Cook for 20 minutes (per pound of meat) at high pressure for large chunks and 15 minutes (per pound of meat) for small chunks . Use a quick pressure release method.

What is the best meat to cook in an Instant Pot?

You can do no wrong with pork ribs in the pressure cooker or any other kind of meat that is marbled with fat, that's got a bone in it. All those are going to do well in the pressure cooker. I don't recommend pressure cooking lean pork cutlets at all.

Why is my meat tough in the Instant Pot?

To prevent a chewy beef steak, you need to avoid using too much high-pressure heat . Of course, start with pressure cooking your roast (that's why you're using the Instant Pot anyway), but keep that high-pressured phase to a few minutes only.

What liquid do you use to braise meat?

You start by searing the food in a small amount of oil to caramelize the outside, browning and crisping up the exterior without cooking the meat all the way through. Then, you add liquid—it can be broth, wine, beer, cider or even water —and simmer the meat over gentle heat for hours until it becomes soft and tender.

What is the best cut of beef for pressure cooking?

Chuck roast, brisket and short ribs are the best cut because they contain a lot of connective tissue. During both slow & pressure cooking, that connective tissue breaks down and turns into gelatin giving the beef a rich, meaty flavour and a tender, juicy texture.

Does meat get more tender the longer you braise it?

The long, slow cook time helps develop flavor and turn even the toughest meat cuts fork-tender . One of the most popular types of braised beef is pot roast, which is usually a chuck or round roast with added vegetables. Lamb and pork are also delicious when braised.

Do I need to brown meat before pressure cooking?

Brown it Pressure cooked food doesn't brown so it's worth doing this at the start of cooking before adding liquid and putting the lid on . Meat looks and tastes more appetising with a little browning. Onions, garlic and spices also benefit in the flavour stakes from pre-cooking.

Does beef get tender in a pressure cooker?

Steam penetrates food easily under pressure. So connective tissues in cubes of beef for soups or stews soften in 15 minutes or less , and a pot roast will be medium-rare in 30 minutes.

Does water have to cover meat in pressure cooker?

While you may cover meat almost completely for a conventional braise, use just enough liquid for the cooker to reach pressure – during pressure cooking the meat will release it's own juice and braise in that flavorful liquid, instead.

Can you cook meat too long in Instant Pot?

Be sure to follow instructions carefully; at this speed, it's easy to overcook things in mere minutes . You may find that flavors aren't as fully developed as when tough meat simmers in a slow braise But you do save a lot of time.

How to cook raw meat in Instant Pot?

In general, you brown the roast in the Instant Pot on sauté mode, add 2 cups of broth, add veggies and the roast, and cook on high pressure for 55 minutes . Naturally release the pressure for 15 minutes. Make some gravy with the liquid if you like.

How long does food take to cook in an Instant Pot?

With the Instant Pot, you can cook a hearty meal for a whole family in less than 30 minutes. Dishes like rice and chicken, beef stew, chili and even a whole-roasted chicken cook in 30 to 60 minutes, start to finish. And, yes, you can even bake bread with the Instant Pot.

Top 17 Delicious Instant Pot® Beef Recipes - Cook.Shop.Laugh.

Cooking mouth watering, tender, fall of the bone beef in a matter of minutes is one of the things that the Instant Pot® is known for. And, I must say, the machine does live up to the hype! You can create some of the most flavorful beef dishes you have ever had when you use the power of pressure cooking and these twenty recipes will show you how. From decadent French dishes to creamy pasta shells that your kids will go crazy over, this collection of recipes highlights the best beef Instant Pot® meals out there. I recommend trying each and every one…

Bonus: One Pot Meatballs

If you have ever had true, Italian meatballs, then you know that there is no comparison. When meatballs are slow cooked for hours in the sauce, they come out tender, juicy and full of flavor. But who has hours and hours to watch meatballs cook on the stove? Not me! So, why not get that same slow cooked flavor in a matter of minutes by using the Instant Pot®?! It is a dream come true! Italian meatballs, just like grandma used to make but way, way faster.

Pictures & Recipe:http://yummypotrecipes.com/recipe/beef/instant-pot-one-pot-meatballs/

1. Instant Pot® Mongolian Beef

Fresh ginger and fresh garlic is what makes this beef dish so amazing. WIth way less sugar than any other mongolian beef recipe out there and the fact that it is not deep fried makes for a much healthier version of this classi- you can eat this meal all the time!

Pictures & Recipe: https://sweetandsavorymeals.com/instant-pot-mongolian-beef/

2. Instant Pot® Butter Beef – Keto, Low-Carb Recipe

Low carb? Keto diet friendly? All in an Instant Pot®? That’s right! This butter beef recipe has it all. Did I mention it is also so so so delicious? Because that is also true. So that means one thing: you should start cooking this now!

Pictures & Recipe: https://www.beyerbeware.net/2018/01/instant-pot-butter-beef-keto-low-carb-recipe.html

3. Instant Pot® Beef Tips & Gravy With Mashed Potatoes

The days of using multiple pots and pans, ovens and stove top cooking just to make beef and mashed potatoes are over. Thank you Instant Pot® and thank you to this perfect recipe for making this dish possible all in one pot!

Pictures & Recipe: https://www.adventuresofanurse.com/2018/02/27/instant-pot-beef-tips-gravy-mashed-potatoes/

4. Instant Pot® Beef Pot Pie

The fact that you can make perfectly cooked meat and vegetables so quickly is just mind boggling. The flaky pot pie crust that you place over the top is the perfect finishing touch. You never have to wait hours for a pot pie to bake ever again! Hurray Instant Pot®!

Pictures & Recipe: https://www.favfamilyrecipes.com/instant-pot-beef-pot-pie/

5. Instant Pot® Asian Beef Short Ribs

Ribs in an Instant Pot®? Heck yea! These ribs are so tender, so juicy, the meat just falls right off the bone…they are simply to die for- you would think that they were cooked for hours and hours! Nope, just 30 minutes!

Pictures & Recipe: https://iwashyoudry.com/instant-pot-asian-beef-short-ribs/

6. Instant Pot® Korean Beef

It is just amazing how much flavor this Korean beef has. It is also amazing that it is made in just 25 minutes. There must be some magic in this recipe that happens when the Instant Pot® seals…

Pictures & Recipe: https://damndelicious.net/2018/02/21/instant-pot-korean-beef/

7. Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup

Forget about regular old beef noodle soup- this Taiwanese beef noodle soup is what you have to have. The broth is rich and also slightly spicy and the bowl is packed with vegetables and beef. This dish is hearty, bursting with unique flavors and is cooked to perfection in the Instant Pot®.

Pictures & Recipe: https://thewoksoflife.com/2018/04/taiwanese-beef-noodle-soup-instant-pot/

8. Instant Pot® Barbacoa Beef

Want tacos? Burritos? Quesadillas? Maybe a nice Mexican salad bowl? Whatever it is, it should begin with this beef barbacoa recipe. The ingredient list may look long but every one of those ingredients plays an integral part in making this dish taste so good.

9. Instant Pot® Beef Ragu

This isn’t your grandma’s pasta sauce- this is even better. This is everything you imagine a good, hearty meat sauce should be. Beef, tomatoes, an abundance of flavor- what more could you ask for?

Pictures & Recipe: https://whitneybond.com/instant-pot-beef-ragu/

10.Instant Pot® Beef And Barley Soup

This soup screams of cold winter nights being made cozy by curling up with a bowl of beef and barley soup next to a fireplace. This scenario can be yours in just 30 minutes of Instant Pot® cooking. Those cold winters won’t be so bad anymore.

Pictures & Recipe: https://www.garnishandglaze.com/instant-pot-beef-barley-soup/

11. Instant Pot® Beef Stroganoff Recipe

When dinner can be cooked in one pot, it is already a total win. When it also comes out tasting like pure stroganoff perfection, you know that you have hit the jackpot. This is comfort food at it’s best and it can be made in just a matter of minutes (no one wants to wait for food to cook when they are craving comfort!).

Pictures & Recipe: http://www.chewoutloud.com/2018/04/05/instant-pot-beef-stroganoff-recipe/

12. Instant Pot® Barbecue Beef

A perfect barbecue beef recipe is hard to find. So, if you have been searching for one, here it is at last! Homemade barbecue sauce is what makes this Instant Pot® recipe rise above all others so get ready to have some of the best BBQ you have ever had.

Pictures & Recipe: https://www.simplyhappyfoodie.com/instant-pot-barbecue-beef/

13. Instant Pot® Ginger-Soy Beef Stew Over Lentils

If you are always looking to try new recipes and a big fan of new flavor combinations then this ginger soy beef stew is for you. Throw all the ingredients in your Instant Pot® and out comes a hearty, sweet and tangy soup. Make a double batch and freeze it as you will be craving more a few days later!

Pictures & Recipe: https://instantpotfamilyrecipes.com/instant-pot-beef-stew/

14. Instant Pot® Beef Burgundy

Beef Burgundy sounds like a fancy French dish that should take hours to prepare and even longer to cook. While yes, it is a fancy meal, it only take about 50 minutes to put together. When you take the first bite of this perfectly flavored, red wine sirloin, every minute spent making this meal will have been worth it.

Pictures & Recipe: https://www.fromvalerieskitchen.com/instant-pot-beef-burgundy/

15. Instant Pot® Beef And Cheddar Sandwiches

How can you make a sandwich in an Instant Pot®? Well, with this recipe of course! Five ingredients, one Instant Pot® and about two minutes of prep time will give you tasty beef and cheddar sandwiches that will last all week.

Pictures & Recipe: https://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/instant-pot-beef-and-cheddar-sandwiches/

16. The Best Instant Pot® Beef Bourguignon

This recipe for the classic French Beef Bourguignon can only be described as epic. All of the traditional flavors are there however the bourguignon only takes a fraction of the time to make thanks to the Instant Pot®. The beef is so tender and the soup is so hearty that just half a bowl will fill your belly and also satisfy your soul.

Pictures & Recipe: https://theviewfromgreatisland.com/the-best-instant-pot-beef-bourguignon/

17. Instant Pot® Corned Beef

Don’t let St.Patrick’s Day be the only time you get to enjoy corned beef! Grab your Instant Pot®, some beer (for the beef and for drinking), and some seasonings and corned beef will be yours anytime you’d like! In fact, this recipe will probably make the best corned beef you ever had- it’s addicting!

Pictures & Recipe: http://diningwithalice.com/instant-pot/instant-pot-corned-beef/

So which recipes did you try? Any which were your favorites? We would love to hear about your Instant Pot® beef meals and, as always, let us know if you have any questions related to the Instant pot, cooking beef, or anything else!

Top 17 Delicious Instant Pot® Beef Recipes - Cook.Shop.Laugh. - Formerly YummyPotRecipes (2024)