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🍲 Instant Pot Beef Stew Recipe – Hearty, Easy & Ready in Under an Hour!

This Instant Pot Beef Stew recipe is the ultimate comfort food—tender beef, hearty vegetables, and rich flavor—all ready in under an hour. Perfect for busy weeknights!


📌 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This Instant Pot Beef Stew is a life-saver for cold nights or quick family dinners. It’s loaded with tender beef chunks, carrots, potatoes, and a savory broth that tastes like it’s been simmering all day. But thanks to the Instant Pot, it’s ready in a fraction of the time!

📝 Ingredients (Serves 6)

  • 2 lbs (900g) beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 3 medium potatoes, cubed
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp rosemary
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Sear the Beef

Set the Instant Pot to “Sauté.” Heat olive oil and brown the beef cubes in batches. Season with salt and pepper. Remove and set aside.

Step 2: Sauté Aromatics

Add onion and garlic. Cook for 2–3 minutes. Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and rosemary.

Step 3: Add Remaining Ingredients

Return beef to the pot. Add carrots, potatoes, and beef broth. Stir well, scraping any browned bits from the bottom.

Step 4: Pressure Cook

Seal the lid. Set to High Pressure for 35 minutes. Allow 10-minute natural release, then quick-release any remaining pressure.

Step 5: Thicken (Optional)

To thicken, mix 2 tbsp flour with a few spoonfuls of broth to create a slurry. Stir into stew and simmer on “Sauté” for 5 minutes.

Step 6: Serve

Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with crusty bread.


👩‍🍳 Tips for Best Results

  • Use beef chuck for the most tender stew.
  • Don’t skip browning the beef—it adds deep flavor!
  • Add a splash of red wine for extra richness if desired.

🥖 What to Serve With Beef Stew

  • Crusty French bread
  • Garlic mashed potatoes
  • Simple side salad
  • Steamed green beans

💬 Final Thoughts

This Instant Pot Beef Stew is the perfect recipe for busy home cooks craving comfort food. It’s hearty, flavorful, and stress-free—everything you want in a weeknight dinner or cozy weekend meal.




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