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 1/2 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 1/2 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
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This recipe is the best! I don’t trust an instant pot to brown meat. It’s not that miraculous 😂. For an easy weeknight comfort, put your butt to bed meal this is it!!!
Any adjustments I should make to cook this in a crockpot? I plan to sear the meat, then add all ingredients to the pot.
Made it as per recipe, except I used tomato paste to substitute for the tomato sauce as I didn’t have it on hand. This is my first time tastings tomato based stew and it was good! The whole family enjoyed it, we want to try this again and add some beans and red wine
I make this regularly, so good!
My favorite recipie! I have made this three times so far the last time I added frozen peas. The tomatoe sauce makes this so good. This is a must kept recipie for life! I will be making this for years to come. Thank you for sharing this!! Love it!!
Made it just like the recipe called for and we loved it! Thank you
Made it twice now and both wife and I liked it both times. Cut back on the pepper on the second batch because the boss said it was a little too peppery for her. Also cut the carrots and potatoes a little larger on the 2nd batch – a bit mushy after 25 minutes in my Gourmia for the 1st batch.
This is truly the best ever beef stew recipe. I did add a bit more salt and some smoked paprika to my taste but the consistency of it was truly PERFECT!
This was really good and easy. I added a lot of veggies that I had on hand to the pot. I would highly recommend this recipe.
I’ve used this recipe for several years, and made it with caribou, moose, or bear rather than beef, depending on what meat was in our freezer! My adult kids still ask for it when they visit. Today I’m using the recipe to cook beef stew for 120 people at a missions conference in the wilds of Alaska. I trust this recipe, and I know that it will always be perfectly fabulous, whether serving 4 hungry teens or a huge crowd!