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Instant Pot Beef Stew

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Instant Pot Beef Stew is a fast and flavorful version of the classic comfort dish, made with tender beef, hearty vegetables, and a savory broth—all pressure cooked to perfection in under an hour.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs stew beef (e.g., chuck roast), cut into cubes
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 3 potatoes, cubed
  • 2 stalks celery (optional), chopped
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1½ tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water for slurry)
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Set Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Heat olive oil and brown beef in batches. Season with salt and pepper. Remove and set aside.
  2. Add onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes. Stir in garlic and tomato paste; cook for 1 minute.
  3. Return beef to pot. Add carrots, potatoes, celery, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, bay leaf, and beef broth. Stir to combine.
  4. Lock lid and set to High Pressure for 35 minutes.
  5. Allow a 10-minute natural pressure release, then manually release remaining pressure.
  6. Set to Sauté. Stir in cornstarch slurry and simmer until stew thickens, about 2–3 minutes.
  7. Discard bay leaf, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use chuck roast for best tenderness and flavor.
  • Cut vegetables into large chunks to prevent overcooking.
  • Add frozen peas or green beans after cooking for color and texture.
  • Replace ½ cup broth with dry red wine for extra depth.
  • To freeze, cool completely and store in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months.

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