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.
Omg it is so good thank u for sharing with us this is second time we have made it absolutely amazing thanks again
Oh mah gah, this was so scrumptious! Just amazing!!! I only made a few tweaks:
– after searing the beef in two batches, I set it aside and added the onions and garlic to the pot to soften the aromatics; sauteed for about two minutes before adding the liquids.
– I replaced a half-cup of the beef broth with a half-cup of red wine, in my case, Zinfandel. It really gave the sauce/gravy a nice richness and touch of zing!
– following the release instructions and opening the pot, I turned on Saute again, stirred in the slurry, and added a few nice handfuls of frozen peas, about a cup and a half, I’d say. I stirred for about three minutes and it was ready to serve.
Other than that, I used every ingredient and followed the recipe exactly, and I really think the Italian seasoning is a great idea during the beef searing!
This is going to make your house smell so good and everyone will be anxious to eat your stew, but I recommend letting it cool down for about five minutes before plating. The sauce/gravy will thicken a bit and if you serve it too hot, the flavors won’t really come out. I served with ripped chunks of sourdough bread for scooping up every last drop of that wonderful sauce!
Thank you so much for this recipe. I also really enjoyed the prep work that went into this meal. I love my Instant Pot and will add this to my absolute favorite recipes!
Can’t wait to try this!!
I added corn and green beans!
It was great! Fantastic! The flavors were superb, the meat tender and it goes well with cornbread and/or dinner rolls.
This recipe was delicious and very easy to follow!! I was nervous to try out my new Instant Pot but you’ve made it easy on me. Thanks!!
Bring beef to room temp to get a good sear. I know better but was impatient! Doubled the recipe and needed 10 more minutes at pressure to get the fall apart beef texture, but this is a great recipe!
Best stew I’ve made and I’ve been cooking for years. I used Elk round steak and the flavor is a,azing. I added celery and I sauté the onions and garlic after browning the meat. Then deglazed. Amazing flavor and the meat fell apart. Thank you
Made it, ate it, would make again.
I topped mine with green onions and some apple wood smoked bacon bits.
Greatest recipe!!!!!
Thanks.
This soup is AMAZING. tender beef and delicios veggies. What is the recommended time if you double the recipe?
My husband said this is the best homemade stew he has ever had…..including mom and grandma! I’m a celery fan, so I added celery. But the recipe is perfect as is. Thank you so much!!!