Beef Stew Pressure Cooker
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
446 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Beef Stew Pressure Cooker
Description
Beef Stew Pressure Cooker combines seasoned beef chunks browned in avocado oil with diced potatoes, chopped onions, minced garlic, and carrots. The recipe adds tomato paste, red wine, Worcestershire sauce, a blend of herbs de Provence, and bay leaves to enrich the broth. Using beef stock and seasoning with salt and black pepper completes the mixture prior to pressure cooking. The stew mode on the Instant Pot cooks this combination under steam pressure for 35 minutes, ensuring tender meat and vegetables infused with savory, herbaceous flavor.
The pressure cooker method significantly reduces the usual braising time compared to stovetop or oven methods. After cooking, a gentle release unlocks the pot, allowing for final seasoning adjustment. The result is a robust stew with tender beef and vegetables in a thick, savory sauce flavored by wine, tomato, and herbs.
This beef stew is suited for a main dish served on its own or with bread to soak up the sauce. The ingredients and cooking method produce a satisfying texture from tender meat and soft vegetables, appealing to those who enjoy classic comfort food made with convenience.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef stew meat cut in 1 inch pieces seasoned with salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 2 potato peeled and diced in 1 inch pieces, medium
- 1 onion peeled and chopped, medium
- 4 garlic minced, gloves
- 5 carrot cut in 1 inch pieces, medium
- 3 cups beef stock or broth
- 1/2 cup red wine
- 6 ounce tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon herbs de Provence blend
- 2 bay leaf
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Turn Instant Pot to Saute mode. Add oil and brown meat in a single layer. Brown on all sides in batches if necessary and add more oil if needed.
- Add all ingredients to the Instant Pot and gently stir. Cover, lock pot and move valve to steam. Push the meat/stew mode button. The automatic timer is set for 35 minutes. Once done, the pressure will gently release unlocking the pot. Gently remove, stir, and season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 446 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 446kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 55g | 110% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8g | 47% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 150mg | 50% |
| Sodium | 512mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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