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Instant Pot Beef Short Ribs Recipe

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These Instant Pot Beef Short Ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender and packed with rich flavor, made in a fraction of the time compared to traditional braising. Perfect for weeknights or special occasions, they’re a comforting and elegant one-pot meal.

Ingredients

  • 3–4 lbs bone-in beef short ribs
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 carrots, chopped
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup red wine (optional)
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 bay leaves

Instructions

  1. Pat the short ribs dry and season with salt and pepper. Dredge lightly in flour.
  2. Set Instant Pot to “Sauté” mode. Add olive oil and sear short ribs in batches until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add onions and carrots to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Deglaze with red wine (if using), scraping up browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  5. Return the short ribs to the pot. Add beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Nestle in rosemary, thyme, and bay leaves.
  6. Seal the lid. Set Instant Pot to “Pressure Cook” or “Manual” on high pressure for 45 minutes. Allow a natural release for 15 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
  7. Discard herb stems and bay leaves. Optionally, switch back to “Sauté” mode to reduce the sauce. Serve hot with your favorite side.

Notes

  • Use boneless short ribs and reduce pressure cook time to 35–40 minutes.
  • Skip red wine and substitute with extra beef broth or a splash of balsamic vinegar.
  • For a thicker sauce, reduce on “Sauté” mode or add a cornstarch slurry after cooking.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Reheat with a splash of broth to keep the meat moist.
  • Make it gluten-free by using gluten-free flour and Worcestershire sauce.

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