Best Ever Instant Pot Beef Stew - This mouthwatering and easy to make Instant Pot Beef Stew is sure to become one of your favorite ever Instant Pot recipes! Tender beef is simmered in a super flavorful and hearty broth that's packed with veggies!
Well, you guys, it is way past time for me to post another Instant Pot recipe! What better way to kick off comfort food season with a quick and easy beef stew? This tastes so amazing like it's been simmering away for hours, but it really takes less than an hour and most of the foot work is done by our magical friend, the Instant Pot!
The last time we talked Instant Pot here, we talked about how I was liking it, and my first experiences. Well, I LOVE it and I'm completely addicted to the thing! I have a feeling it will be getting regular use year round because it's almost always the fastest way to get dinner on the table, and it will keep me from having to heat up my oven once that scorching summer heat comes back!
If you haven't seen my first two Instant Pot recipes, you must check them out! Everyone is loving this Instant Pot Chicken and Rice, and my Instant Pot Spaghetti and my Instant Pot Country Style ribs!
So, this beef stew recipe makes exactly enough to serve four people. Sometimes I can give or take a little on serving size, but this came out just right for four.
The good news is, there was plenty of room in my Instant Pot should I have wanted to double this recipe! It's so tasty, and I think everyone likes stew so I'd gladly double this and serve it to company! Another win with stew is that it's relatively cheap to make.
TIPS FOR SUCCESS WITH INSTANT POT BEEF STEW:
- Sear the meat first as directed in the recipe! Taking the quick stepto sear the meat instead of just tossing everything it produces a much more flavorful stew.
- Natural release for the best results. It's best to always natural release anyway when you have really hot boiling liquids like this. I also prefer the natural method for the best texture in the meat.
- Don't let this cool before adding the cornstarch/water. You want to add the cornstarch and cold water mixture while the stew is still nice and piping hot for the best thickening. If you like your stew extra thick, you can double the cornstarch mixture.
Enjoy!
~Nichole
Instant Pot Beef Stew
Ingredients
- 1 ½ Pounds Beef Stew Meat
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 Teaspoon Salt
- 1 Teaspoon Pepper
- 1 Teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
- 3 Cloves Garlic, Minced
- 1 Large Onion, Chopped
- 1 16 Ounce Bag Baby Carrots, Cut Into Slices
- 1 Pound Potatoes, Cubed
- 2 ½ Cups Beef Broth
- 1 10 Ounce Can Tomato Sauce
- 2 Tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 Tablespoons Water
Instructions
- Add the olive oil to the instant pot and turn on the saute function. When the oil starts to sizzle add the meat and season with the salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Cook the meat until Browned on all sides.
- Add the beef broth to the instant pot and use a spoon to scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Add the Worcestershire sauce, garlic, onion, carrots, potatoes, and tomato sauce.
- Close the lid and steam valve on the instant pot.
- Cook on high pressure for 35 minutes, then allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes before doing a quick release.
- Mix together the cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl and stir into the stew until thickened.
Nutrition
This is THE BEST beef stew recipe I've ever used. Very clear and concise directions. Plus the other thing I like is that I always have almost everything on hand (except the beef stew). I didn't change a thing. No need to. Perfect as is. I'm going to visit my fiance is New Zealand and will definitely make this for him. Such a terrific child's weather, stick to your ribs dinner. Thx so much for sharing!!!
I have had an instapot for 2 years and have never ever used it so today it's a bit chilly and I'm thinking this is a good time to try it since I've got the house cleaned and I just have to run out and get a few items for this recipe.
Wish me luck!
Very tasty!!
I didn’t have beef broth so I used miso ginger broth instead, also didn’t have tomato paste so used diced tomatoes instead & used pork instead of beef. But all together still was amazing, love cooking with the instant pot makes life easier. Thanks for sharing your recipe
I used caribou and it was fantastic!
Love this recipe! Just made it in my Insta-pot. I added a can of diced tomatoes to the recipe. Also cut the tomato sauce with marinara sauce - Yum! Came out perfect! Thank you!
Can this be cooked and then frozen?
Of course you can freeze it!
Well since you decide to filter comments and questions I guess that's the last time I use this site 😂
Hi! Yes, any comments that come into our blog go through a "filter" and have to be approved first. This helps us better eliminate spam and rude internet trolls. Also, I did answer your actual question, so I hope that helps you! 🙂
Do the carrots and potatoes come out very soft after cooking at high pressure that long? If so, is it possible to throw them in later? Great simple recipe and cant wait to make it 🙂
Hi! They are pretty soft, you can cut them a little larger for best results, or definitely try adding them in later 🙂
This is a keeper! Very tasty and full of flavor. My family enjoys spice so we added chopped jalapeños and poblano peppers. Substituted potato starch for corn starch and added parsley for additional color. So good, thank you!