Description
This Instant Pot Beef Stew recipe is a hearty and comforting dish that is perfect for a cozy meal. Tender beef, vegetables, and savory broth come together quickly and easily in your pressure cooker for a delicious stew that tastes like it simmered for hours.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Stew:
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup red wine (optional, can substitute with more broth)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 medium carrots, sliced
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (optional, for thickening)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sear the Beef: Set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Heat olive oil, then add beef in batches and sear until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes per batch. Remove beef and set aside.
- Cook Aromatics: Add chopped onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and tomato paste; cook for 1 minute.
- Deglaze and Add Ingredients: Pour in red wine (if using) and deglaze the pot by scraping up any browned bits. Return the beef to the pot and add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Add Vegetables: Add carrots, potatoes, and celery on top; do not stir. Secure the lid and set to Pressure Cook on High for 35 minutes.
- Thicken Stew: Allow pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release remaining pressure. Remove bay leaves. If you prefer a thicker stew, turn Sauté mode back on and stir in cornstarch slurry. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- This stew tastes even better the next day.
- You can add peas or green beans after cooking for extra color.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure your Worcestershire sauce and broth are certified gluten-free.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
