Instant Pot Korean Beef
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian
Instant Pot Korean Beef
Description
Instant Pot Korean Beef brings together beef chuck roast cubes cooked under high pressure in a sauce rich with beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, and freshly grated ginger. The sriracha adds heat balanced by the sweetness of brown sugar. After pressure cooking, the sauce is thickened with a cornstarch slurry using the sauté function, giving it a smooth texture that clings to the meat.
The beef emerges tender yet holds its shape, with a harmonious blend of umami, sweetness, and mild spice. The method shortens traditional braising time without sacrificing flavor. Sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onions finish the dish with subtle nutty and fresh notes.
Serve immediately over plain steamed rice or noodles to soak up the thickened sauce. The recipe’s straightforward ingredient list and clear steps make it approachable for home cooks who want a hearty, comforting beef entree with Korean-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
- ½ cup beef broth
- ⅓ cup soy sauce reduced sodium
- ⅓ cup brown sugar packed
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon ginger freshly grated
- 1 teaspoon sriracha or more, to taste
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon white pepper
- 3 pounds beef chuck roast cut into 1-inch cubes, boneless
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 2 green onions thinly sliced
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, ginger, Sriracha, onion powder and white pepper.
- Place chuck roast into a 6-qt Instant Pot®. Stir in beef broth mixture until well combined.
- Select manual setting; adjust pressure to high, and set time for 15 minutes. When finished cooking, quick-release pressure according to manufacturer’s directions.
- In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and 3 tablespoons water; set aside.
- Select high sauté setting. Stir in cornstarch mixture and cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce has thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve immediately, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.