{"id":2051801,"date":"2024-10-22T11:05:30","date_gmt":"2024-10-22T16:05:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?post_type=recipe&#038;p=2051801"},"modified":"2024-10-22T11:05:30","modified_gmt":"2024-10-22T16:05:30","slug":"instant-pot-beef-stew","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/instant-pot-beef-stew\/","title":{"rendered":"Instant Pot Beef Stew"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Instant Pot beef stew became an instant (see what I did there?) classic when these automated pressure cookers took the market by storm. Pressure cookers have a remarkable affinity for soups and stews in general. The higher temperatures achieved by pressure cooking break down connective tissue quickly, giving you more flavor and richer broth than you\u2019d get by simmering.<\/p>\n<p>Fortuitously, stew beef is high in that kind of connective tissue, so if you\u2019re making beef stew an Instant Pot is the way to go. Don\u2019t get us wrong, we have plenty of other great <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/the-best-instant-pot-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/the-best-instant-pot-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">instant pot recipes<\/a>. But when it\u2019s cold out and you want a really good stew in less time, you need to break out the pressure cooker.<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for Instant Pot Beef Stew<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2067429\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Instant-Pot-Beef-Stew_TOHD24_243270_ChristineMa_1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Ingredients\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Christine Ma for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Beef stew meat:<\/strong> Stew beef is typically cut from tougher cuts, such as chuck, that become lush and tender after pressure cooking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Onion and garlic:<\/strong> The onion and fresh garlic provide a base of savory, pungent aromatic flavor that brings out the best in the stew\u2019s other ingredients.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tomato paste:<\/strong> Tomato paste adds color and flavor to the stew without becoming a dominant flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Paprika:<\/strong> Paprika helps to color the stew\u2019s broth and also adds an underappreciated sweet pepper flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Thyme:<\/strong> Thyme\u2019s aromatic, slightly peppery flavor complements the stew\u2019s other ingredients and seasonings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Red wine:<\/strong> Deglazing the pressure cooker with red wine adds to the stew\u2019s flavor and helps dissolve the tasty, browned fond.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Beef stock:<\/strong> Beef stock provides most of the stew\u2019s broth and serves as a base for the other flavors.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Worcestershire sauce:<\/strong> Worcestershire sauce\u2019s unique balance of tart, savory and peppery flavors brings out the best in beef.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Potatoes:<\/strong> Yukon Gold potatoes are a good all-round potato, one that can stand up to time in the pressure cooker.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Carrots:<\/strong> Carrots are a traditional stew ingredient, for their earthy sweetness, bright color and ability to withstand long cooking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Celery:<\/strong> Celery brings a bright and distinctive flavor to the stew, and helps elevate the flavors of the other vegetables.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rosemary:<\/strong> Rosemary\u2019s high-impact flavor plays nicely with the other ingredients, most notably the beef and garlic.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bay leaves:<\/strong> Bay leaves bring a subtly aromatic and savory note to the stew\u2019s gravy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cornstarch:<\/strong> Cornstarch provides the stew with its thickening agent.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parsley:<\/strong> Minced parsley is an optional topping, but it adds to the dish\u2019s visual appeal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Season and sear the beef<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2067430\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Instant-Pot-Beef-Stew_TOHD24_243270_ChristineMa_2.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Season and sear beef\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Christine Ma for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Sprinkle 2 teaspoons of the salt and 1 teaspoon of the pepper over your stew beef. Select the saute setting on a 6-quart electric pressure cooker and adjust it for medium heat. Add the oil, and once the oil is hot, brown the beef in small batches until it\u2019s well-seared. Set the seared beef aside.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Add the aromatics<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2067431\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Instant-Pot-Beef-Stew_TOHD24_243270_ChristineMa_3.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Add aromatics\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Christine Ma for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Add the onion to the pressure cooker and cook it for three to four minutes or until it\u2019s slightly soft. Add the garlic and tomato paste, and cook them for one minute longer. Add the paprika and thyme and the remaining salt and pepper. Cook and stir for one more minute or until the mixture is fragrant. Add the wine, stirring to loosen and dissolve the browned-on bits.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Load the pressure cooker<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2067432\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Instant-Pot-Beef-Stew_TOHD24_243270_ChristineMa_4.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Add remaining ingredients\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Christine Ma for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Return the beef to the pressure cooker. Stir in the beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, potatoes, carrots and celery. Press cancel to stop the saute function. Place the rosemary sprigs and bay leaves on top of the other ingredients.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 4: Cook the stew<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2067433\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Instant-Pot-Beef-Stew_TOHD24_243270_ChristineMa_5.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Cook stew\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Christine Ma for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Lock the lid of your pressure cooker and close its pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 30 minutes. When the cooking cycle ends, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes and then quick-release any remaining pressure.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 5: Thicken the stew<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2067434\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Instant-Pot-Beef-Stew_TOHD24_243270_ChristineMa_6.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Thicken stew\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Christine Ma for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and cold water to make a smooth slurry, then stir it into the pressure cooker. Select your cooker\u2019s saute setting and adjust it for low heat. Stir constantly until the stew thickens, approximately one to two minutes. If desired, garnish your stew with fresh parsley before serving.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2067435\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Instant-Pot-Beef-Stew_TOHD24_243270_ChristineMa_8.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"When the cold weather hits, Instant Pot beef stew by Taste Recipes is your friend.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Christine Ma for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Instant Pot Beef Stew Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Swap the potatoes for a whole grain:<\/strong> This recipe offers a classic meat-and-potatoes profile, but the potatoes aren\u2019t mandatory. You might prefer a whole grain, for instance, for an uptick in healthy fiber or just a change of pace. Larger grains such as farro (a form of wheat) work great <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/pressure-cooker-beef-and-farro-stew\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/pressure-cooker-beef-and-farro-stew\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">in a beef stew<\/a>. Beef-barley soup is a longtime favorite, so <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/beef-barley-stew\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/beef-barley-stew\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">beef-barley stew<\/a> is a logical evolution. Rice and brown rice also work well in stews. Smaller grains such as millet, quinoa or bulgur wheat don\u2019t fare as well when cooked right into the stew, so cook those separately and serve the stew over them.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Play with your vegetables:<\/strong> The recipe as written sticks to the tried-and-true, where vegetables are concerned, but you can switch things up as needed. Other root vegetables including rutabagas, parsnips and celeriac (also known as celery root) are all good options. So are other sturdy vegetables including green beans, kohlrabi and even peeled broccoli stems. Winter squash would be a good addition, peeled, diced and added to the cooker. Cut the squash into relatively large pieces to keep them from disintegrating under pressure cooking. Alternatively, you can lean into that by dicing it small and thinking of it as part of the stew\u2019s thickener. Avoid the issue entirely by cooking the squash separately and adding it at the end.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Instant Pot Beef Stew<\/h2>\n<p>Any leftover beef stew should be transferred to food-safe storage containers with tight-fitting lids and refrigerated as soon as possible after the meal. It will cool more quickly in multiple shallow, flat containers than in one large one.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I make this beef stew Instant Pot recipe ahead of time?<\/h3>\n<p>You certainly can. Electric pressure cookers make meals such as this one relatively quick, but the time constraints of weeknight meals can still be an issue. You can easily make this recipe earlier in the day or even a day or two ahead of time. Soups and stews are among the many meals that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/recipes-better-next-day\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/recipes-better-next-day\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">taste better the next day<\/a>. Cool the stew rapidly in the interest of food safety.<\/p>\n<h3>How long will my beef stew keep?<\/h3>\n<p>If you were quick to refrigerate it after the meal, it should last for three to four days in your fridge in tightly sealed containers. For longer-term storage, portion it into freezer bags or freezer-safe containers. Food remains safe indefinitely in the freezer, but eventually its flavor and quality deteriorate. The stew should last for three to six months, but it\u2019s at its best during the first one to three months.<\/p>\n<h2>Instant Pot Beef Stew Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2067436\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Instant-Pot-Beef-Stew_TOHD24_243270_ChristineMa_9.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"When the cold weather hits, Instant Pot beef stew by Taste Recipes is your friend.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Christine Ma for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>What if I don\u2019t have Yukon Gold potatoes?<\/h3>\n<p>Broadly speaking, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/what-types-of-potatoes-are-best-for-which-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/what-types-of-potatoes-are-best-for-which-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">potatoes fall into two types<\/a>. Some, like the popular russets, are called \u201cfloury\u201d potatoes. Others, such as red potatoes or fingerlings, are \u201cwaxy\u201d potatoes. The difference is that floury potatoes are great for dry cooking methods such as frying or baking, and waxy potatoes are best for boiling and simmering. Yukon Golds are a versatile mid-range potato, just waxy enough to hold together well in your Instant Pot. Substitutes include white or yellow potatoes, red potatoes, new potatoes or fingerlings. They\u2019ll all hold up nicely in this recipe.<\/p>\n<h3>What should I substitute something for the wine if I don\u2019t want alcohol?<\/h3>\n<p>The red wine adds a nice flavor to the stew, but it\u2019s not mandatory. You can skip it and use part of your beef broth to deglaze the pressure cooker if you wish. Alternatively, you could use a bit of tomato juice or vegetable cocktail, which would add different but compatible flavors to the stew. In either case, a dash or two of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-use-bitters-in-more-than-cocktails\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-use-bitters-in-more-than-cocktails\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Angostura or other bitters<\/a> can help replace the complexity you lose by avoiding the wine.<\/p>\n<h3>What\u2019s the deal with frying the tomato paste?<\/h3>\n<p>You might be tempted to skip this step and just plop the tomato paste into the broth, but it does make a difference. Cooking your tomato paste in oil for a minute or two caramelizes it and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/tomato-paste-technique\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/tomato-paste-technique\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">deepens its flavor<\/a>. It also eliminates the metallic taste some people detect in tomato paste. Cooking also deepens the color of the tomato paste, giving it a brown hue that contributes to the color of the gravy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When the cold weather hits, Instant Pot beef stew is your friend. 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It's a warming, comfort-food meal, and the pressure cooker not only makes it quicker but also extracts more flavor from the beef.","recipeIngredient":["2 pounds beef stew meat","3 teaspoons salt, divided","2 teaspoons pepper, divided","2 tablespoons canola oil","1 large onion, chopped","4 garlic cloves, minced","1\/4 cup tomato paste","1 teaspoon paprika","1 teaspoon dried thyme","1\/2 cup dry red wine","3 cups beef stock","1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce","5 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, chopped","3 medium carrots, chopped","2 celery ribs, chopped","2 fresh rosemary sprigs","2 bay leaves","3 tablespoons cornstarch","3 tablespoons cold water","Minced fresh parsley, optional"],"recipeInstructions":[{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Season and sear the beef","text":"Sprinkle 2 teaspoons of the salt and 1 teaspoon of the pepper over your stew beef. Select the saute setting on a 6-quart electric pressure cooker and adjust it for medium heat. Add the oil, and once the oil is hot, brown the beef in small batches until it\u2019s well-seared. Set the seared beef aside.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Instant-Pot-Beef-Stew_TOHD24_243270_ChristineMa_2.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Add the aromatics","text":"Add the onion to the pressure cooker and cook it for three to four minutes or until it\u2019s slightly soft. Add the garlic and tomato paste, and cook them for one minute longer. Add the paprika and thyme and the remaining salt and pepper. Cook and stir for one more minute or until the mixture is fragrant. Add the wine, stirring to loosen and dissolve the browned-on bits.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Instant-Pot-Beef-Stew_TOHD24_243270_ChristineMa_3.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Load the pressure cooker","text":"Return the beef to the pressure cooker. Stir in the beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, potatoes, carrots and celery. Press cancel to stop the saute function. Place the rosemary sprigs and bay leaves on top of the other ingredients.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Instant-Pot-Beef-Stew_TOHD24_243270_ChristineMa_4.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Cook the stew","text":"Lock the lid of your pressure cooker and close its pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 30 minutes. When the cooking cycle ends, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes and then quick-release any remaining pressure.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Instant-Pot-Beef-Stew_TOHD24_243270_ChristineMa_5.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Thicken the stew","text":"In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and cold water to make a smooth slurry, then stir it into the pressure cooker. Select your cooker\u2019s saute setting and adjust it for low heat. Stir constantly until the stew thickens, approximately one to two minutes. 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