Instant Pot Beef Recipes - Simply Happy Foodie (2024)

April 9, 2018 by Sandy 12 Comments

We all have those days where we are stuck as to what to cook for dinner. You might have a beef roast, or some beef ribs, or a pound of ground beef to use up. You want to make something delicious with them in your Instant Pot. I decided to reach out to my community of awesome bloggers and ask them to share their favorite Instant Pot Beef Recipes. This collection has 93 Instant Pot Beef Recipes!

I would like to thank all of the wonderful bloggers who contributed their recipes to this collection. There are a lot of talented, hard working people putting their hearts into their recipe creations, writing, and beautiful photography. Im proud to be a part of the food blogging community.

Instant Pot Beef Recipes - Pot Roast

Instant Pot Mississippi Pot Roast Simply Happy Foodie
Instant Pot Balsamic Pot Roast A Fork's Tale
Spicy Barbacoa Beef Roast My Life Cookbook

With beef roasts, letting them naturally release pressure for 10 minutes or more will help keep them tender.

Instant Pot Simple Pot Roast Simply Happy Foodie
Low Carb Balsamic Beef My Life Cookbook
Instant Pot Pot Roast Mom Foodie

Instant Pot Beef Recipes - Brisket

Instant Pot Saucy Beef Brisket Simply Happy Foodie
Instant Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage Simply Happy Foodie

Keep your brisket moist by pouring some of the cooking juices over it after slicing.

Instant Pot Beef Stew Recipes

Instant Pot Beef Guinness Stew Simply Happy Foodie
Instant Pot Red Wine Beef Stew Sidewalk Shoes
Sandy's Instant Pot Beef Stew Simply Happy Foodie

Instant Pot Leftover Beef Stew Instant Pot Party
Instant Pot Persian Beef Stew Platings and Pairings
Best Ever Instant Pot Beef Stew The Salty Marshmallow

Instant Pot Beef Recipes - Beef Tips, Steak, Stew Meat

Instant Pot Korean Beef Paint the Kitchen Red
Pressure Cooker Beef Tips The Bearded Hiker
Instant Pot Beef Noodles Simply Happy Foodie

Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli Savory Tooth
Instant Pot Korean Beef I Heart Eating

Instant Pot Swiss Steak Eat Something Delicious
Instant Pot Beef Curry Paint the Kitchen Red
Instant Pot Mongolian Beef Gluten Free Palate

Instant Pot Beef Recipes - Beef Ribs

Braised Short Ribs with Daikon and Carrot The Missing Lokness
Incredibly Tender Instant Pot Short Ribs Living Sweet Moments
Instant Pot Short Ribs with Creamy Polenta Garden in the Kitchen

Save those rib bones to make a rich and healthy bone broth.

Chili Lime Instant Pot Short Ribs (Paleo, Whole30) What Great Grandma Ate
Braised Short Ribs with Vegetables and Artichoke Hearts The Organic Kitchen
Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Beef Short Ribs Gluten Free Palate

Instant Pot Shredded Beef Recipes

Salpicon Minced Meat - Instant Pot One Happy Housewife
Pressure Cooker Beef Barbacoa Tacos Living Sweet Moments
Instant Pot Beef Carnitas Hezzi D's Books and Cooks

Ropa Vieja The Bearded Hiker
Instant Pot Barbecue Beef (shredded) Simply Happy Foodie
Pepperoncini Italian Beef (4 ingredients) A Fork's Tale

Instant Pot Barbacoa What Great Grandma Ate
Instant Pot Beef Tacos with Avocado Salsa Calling to Chit Chat

Instant Pot Beef Recipes - Soup

Instant Pot Paleo Beef Soup From Pasta to Paleo
Instant Pot Beef Barley Vegetable Soup Simply Happy Foodie
Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup What to Cook Today

If you want to cook veggies with the soup, cut them in larger pieces if you like them firmer.

Instant Pot Steak Soup Mom's Dinner
Vietnamese Beef Stew Pho Noodle Soup Delightful Plate
Old Fashioned Beef Vegetable Soup Berry & Maple

Instant Pot Beef & Barley Soup with Pistou Mom's Dinner
Instant Pot Beef Barley Mushroom Soup Yay For Food

Meatballs

Instant Pot Salisbury Steak Meatballs Carmy
Instant Pot Porcupine Meatballs Simply Happy Foodie
Homemade Hawaiian Meatballs Homemade Food Junkie

Meatloaf

Instant Pot Meat Loaf Awe Filled Homemaker
Instant Pot Meatloaf and Mashed Potatoes Simply Happy Foodie

Instant Pot Ground Beef Soups and Chili Recipes

Instant Pot Taco Soup Simply Happy Foodie
Pressure Cooker Hamburger Pasta Soup The Creative Bite
Instant Pot Chili Simply Happy Foodie

Using a leaner (93% or so) ground beef will usually not require draining of the fat.

Crock Pot Pepper Soup (with IP instructions) Homemade Food Junkie
Healthy Instant Pot Lasagna Soup Carmy
Instant Pot Chili Texas Style (Paleo) From Pasta to Paleo

Instant Pot Chili Longbourn Farm
Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup Simply Happy Foodie
Delicious Instant Pot Chili Berry & Maple

Instant Pot Easy Lasagna Soup Simply Happy Foodie
Instant Pot Low Carb Taco Soup Low Carb Yum

Instant Pot Beef Sandwich Recipes

Instant Pot French Dip Sandwiches Simply Happy Foodie
Instant Pot French Dip One Happy Housewife
Instant Pot French Dip Sandwiches Go Go Go Gourmet

Hawaiian Sloppy Joes One Happy Housewife
Instant Pot Sloppy Joes Simply Happy Foodie

Instant Pot Ground Beef Pasta Recipes

Instant Pot Lasagna Simply Happy Foodie
Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs Awe Filled Homemaker
Instant Pot American Goulash Simply Happy Foodie

When pressure cooking pasta, the cook time is usually half the amount of time the package instructions call for.

Instant Pot Hamburger Stroganoff Simply Happy Foodie
Instant Pot Beef Stew Pasta Go Go Go Gourmet
Instant Pot Meatball Pasta Dinner Simply Happy Foodie

Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff Longbourn Farm
Instant Pot Spaghetti Simply Happy Foodie
Pressure Cooker Ground Beef Goulash - Italian Style Thrifty Jinxy

Instant Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta Simply Happy Foodie
Instant Pot Pasta with Meat Sauce The Lean Green Bean
Instant Pot Chili Mac Simply Happy Foodie

Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meat Sauce The Hungry Bluebird
Instant Pot Cheeseburger Pasta Simply Happy Foodie

Instant Pot Beef Recipes - Misc.

Instant Pot Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls Simply Happy Foodie
Instant Pot Sunday Gravy Platings and Pairings
Instant Pot Taco Pie Simply Happy Foodie

Instant Pot Stuffed Peppers Simply Happy Foodie
Instant Pot Mexican Stuffed Peppers Simply Happy Foodie

Instant Pot No Noodle Lasagna (Gluten Free) Low Carb Yum
Instant Pot Picadillo Simply Happy Foodie

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Instant Pot Beef Recipes - Simply Happy Foodie (2024)

FAQs

Why is my beef tough in Instant Pot? ›

But if your beef ends up tough, dry, and unappealing, now that's not something to look forward to. To prevent a chewy beef steak, you need to avoid using too much high-pressure heat.

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Does beef get tender in Instant Pot? ›

The pressure cooking process breaks down tough meat, making it tender. Put the lid back on, seal the pressure cooker, and cook at high pressure for another 10 to 20 minutes. The provided nutrition facts are estimates.

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What is the best cut of beef for the Instant Pot? ›

You can cook any cut in a multi-cooker, but we recommend those from the chuck and round.

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How long does it take to cook 2 pounds of beef in the Instant Pot? ›

Place the frozen beef roast, salt, pepper, garlic, and onion powder inside the pressure cooker. Pour in beef stock around the roast, then top the roast with horseradish. Cook on high pressure for 30 minutes per pound.

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Do I need to brown meat before pressure cooking? ›

DO brown or broil it. Either give your meat a quick all-around sauté before starting a braise or tumble pressure steamed or boiled meat on a heat-proof platter and slide it under the broiler for a few minutes to add a beautiful I-'ve-been-cooking-in-a-blasting-hot-oven-for-hours finish. DON'T drown it.

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Do you cover meat with liquid in pressure cooker? ›

No, just enough to keep moist while cooking - add more if you need to but usually the meat releases liquid as it cooks and it is not necessary to add more liquid.

What is the best meat to pressure cook? ›

You can still pressure cook leaner pieces – like eye of round and top sirloin – but these work best if they've been stuffed, shredded or rolled (with other ingredients). Best cuts of beef to use: Chuck steak, Round Roast, Shoulder, Pot roast, Ribs, Brisket, Oxtail.

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Is it better to slow cook or pressure cook a roast? ›

When pressure cooked for the right amount of time the meat comes out just as fall-apart tender as if slow cooked, but in a fraction of the time. I usually cut the uncooked roast into equal size pieces no bigger than my hand, do a dry rub, sear each side 2-3 min, and then pressure cook on high.

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Can you pressure cook beef to make it tender? ›

Pressure cooking, like slow cooking, will tenderize tough cuts of meat like beef brisket, beef chuck, pork shoulder and lots of other cheaper, tougher cuts. Pressure cooking (or slow cooking) is not the best approach for cooking expensive, tender steaks or rib roasts.

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How much water do you put in a pressure cooker for meat? ›

Place your trivet or steaming basket into the inner pot. Add 1 cup of water. Place your ground meat on the trivet/in the steamer basket. Cook for 6 minutes at high pressure.

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How long does it take to cook a 2.5 lb of beef? ›

If your roast is more or less than 4 pounds, roast it for approximately 25 to 30 minutes per pound for a medium roast. The temperature for a medium roast (pink all the way through) is 135°F - 145°F; the temperature for a medium well roast (tan with some pink) is 145°F - 155°F.

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How long does it take to cook a 2 pound beef? ›

Let beef sit at room temperature for at least 45 minutes to 1 hour before beginning this recipe. If your roast is not at room temperature, the cook time will be longer. Regardless of the size of your roast, aim to cook at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 20 minutes per pound.

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What to do if beef is tough after cooking? ›

You may need some sweetness and acidity to bring up the tough meat. Simmer in liquid. Just like for burnt meat, if your meat gets tough and dry then you can simmer it in a little bit of broth for a couple minutes. Don't allow it to overcook again but just allow the liquid to penetrate the meat.

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Does meat get softer the longer you pressure cook it? ›

The pressure will in fact make your meat super tender, almost as if you slow cooked it for the better part of a day. You still have to figure out how long to cook it though so for that I invite you to read a little further.

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Why is the beef I cooked tough? ›

And the longer meat is cooked, the more liquid it loses and the tougher it becomes. Factors that also influence tenderness and juiciness are: The animal's age at slaughter, the amount of fat and collagen (connective tissue) contained in particular cuts, and, to a small degree, brining.

Does cooking tough meat longer make it tender? ›

Depending on the cut of meat you're dealing with, taking most quick-cooking steaks (sirloin for example) to medium (or 140ºF) is a good bet. The exception to this rule is tougher cuts of meat like brisket that need to be cooked longer to become tender.

Instant Pot Beef Recipes - Simply Happy Foodie (2024)

Instant Pot Beef Recipes - Pot Roast

Instant Pot Beef Recipes - Brisket

Instant Pot Beef Stew Recipes

Instant Pot Beef Recipes - Beef Tips, Steak, Stew Meat

Instant Pot Beef Recipes - Beef Ribs

Instant Pot Shredded Beef Recipes

Instant Pot Beef Recipes - Soup

Meatballs

Meatloaf

Instant Pot Ground Beef Soups and Chili Recipes

Instant Pot Beef Sandwich Recipes

Instant Pot Ground Beef Pasta Recipes

Instant Pot Beef Recipes - Misc.

FAQs

Why is my beef tough in Instant Pot? ›

How long does it take to cook a 2.5 lb of beef? ›

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