Instant Pot Beef Stew (With A Secret Ingredient)
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
55 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
661 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Instant Pot Beef Stew (With A Secret Ingredient)
Description
Instant Pot Beef Stew (With A Secret Ingredient) features stew meat browned to develop depth, then pressure-cooked with aromatics, root vegetables, and a broth enhanced by red wine and Worcestershire sauce. The addition of chili sauce contributes a subtle tangy note. The cooking process generates tender beef and vegetables with a thickened sauce, achieved by adding a cornstarch slurry at the end. This method combines the traditional stew elements with the convenience and speed of an electric pressure cooker.
The stew offers a savory and slightly tangy flavor profile with a balance of textures from soft potatoes and tender meat, complemented by the slight bite of celery and carrots. The broth is dark and flavorful with a moderate thickness that coats the ingredients well without being heavy.
Serving this stew warm provides a satisfying main course, particularly suitable during cooler weather. It pairs well with rustic bread or a simple side salad. The recipe's preparation allows chopping ingredients ahead for efficiency. Browning the meat and deglazing with wine enhances the depth of flavor and prevents burning during pressure cooking.
Adjust the thickness of the stew by stirring in a cold mixture of cornstarch and water at the end of cooking to achieve a thicker gravy if desired. Use low-sodium beef broth to control saltiness, and uniform cutting of vegetables ensures even cooking.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds stew meat cut into 1-inch pieces, or chuck roast
- 1 Tablespoon neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 2 medium russet potato cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 large onion , chopped
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 2 talks celery , chopped
- 2 cups carrot chopped
- 1 cups red wine
- 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup chili sauce (A Tomato-Based Chili Sauce like Heinz)
- 2-1/2 cups beef broth (Recommend using low-sodium version)
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 2 Tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 Tablespoons parsley chopped, fresh or cilantro
Instructions
- Cut the beef into about 1-inch bite-size pieces or use pre-cut stew meat.
- Chop the potatoes, onion, carrots, and celery. This can be done the day before if desired.
- Press the Sauté button. Wait until "Hot" appears on the front of the Instant Pot. Then add oil to the inner liner pot within the Instant Pot.
- When the oil starts to sizzle, add the stew meat. Let it brown for a couple of minutes. Then turn the meat so it browns on all sides. Don't cook it all the way through. The goal is to just brown the outside of the meat.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic to cook. Add additional oil, if needed. Cook until the onions are translucent.
- Deglaze the pan by pouring in the wine. Scrape all the brown bits from the bottom of the pan. That adds flavor to the sauce and helps to prevent getting the "Burn" warning on the Instant Pot.
- Add the potatoes, carrots, and celery.
- Add the beef broth, Worcestershire, and chili sauce, followed by salt and pepper as well as Italian Seasoning.
- Pressure cook the beef stew with high pressure for about 35 minutes.
- Release the steam naturally for about 15 - 20 minutes. This time can vary.
- If the gravy is too thin, mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 1/4 cup of water and stir into the beef stew while it is hot.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro.
Notes
- Browning the beef before pressure cooking adds flavor and texture.
- Deglaze the pot with red wine to lift flavorful browned bits and avoid Instant Pot burn warnings.
- Cut vegetables and meat into similar sizes for even cooking.
- Thicken the stew by mixing cornstarch with cold water and stirring into the hot stew to achieve desired consistency.
- Use low-sodium beef broth to better control seasoning.
- Preparing vegetables ahead of time can save cooking time on the day of making the stew.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 661 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 661kcal | 33% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 48g | 96% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Cholesterol | 156mg | 52% |
| Sodium | 790mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 1745mg | 37% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 11113IU | 222% |
| Vitamin C | 19mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 128mg | 13% |
| Iron | 7mg | 39% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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