Instant Pot Beef Stew is a comforting dish featuring tender beef and hearty vegetables simmered in a rich broth, perfect for warming up chilly evenings.
Author:Sophie
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:35 minutes
Total Time:50 minutes
Yield:Serves approximately 6
Category:Main
Method:Pressure Cooking
Cuisine:American
Ingredients
Scale
2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized pieces
4 medium carrots, sliced into thick rounds
3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into large cubes
1 large yellow onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups low-sodium beef broth
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 bay leaves
1 tsp dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Heat the Instant Pot on the sauté setting. Add olive oil, then add onions and garlic; sauté until fragrant (3-5 minutes).
Season beef with salt and pepper. Add to the pot and brown on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
Stir in carrots, potatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, bay leaves, and thyme.
Secure the lid on the Instant Pot and cook on high pressure for 35 minutes.
Allow pressure to release naturally for about 10 minutes before carefully releasing any remaining steam.
Remove bay leaves, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve hot.
Notes
Feel free to swap carrots with parsnips or add fresh herbs like rosemary for extra flavor.
Leftover stew can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.