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.
Made this today and thought it was very good except too much pepper. My husband doesn’t like spicy, so next time I’ll only use half the amount of pepper.
This rcipe looks delicious. I have all the ingredients and want to make it today, however I wondered what adjustments I would have to make to add more vegetables. In addition to carrots and potatoes I like to add rutabagus, green beans and cabbage. I am new to the instant pot cooking and have only tried making a few things in it.
I want to thank you for this perfect recipe. It was my very first one with my instapot. It couldn’t have gone more easily and zero intimidating. The flavor was incredible and our picky 2 year old who isn’t much into veggies gobbled this up. Looking forward to trying more of your great recipes.
This recipe is so easy!! I have made it at last 10 times. I love that i can add different vegetables if I want. It is delicious and easy, and a family favorite. It fits easily in the 6 qt, and i have even added a little more potatoes and beef. Great recipe and really easy for those who are new to instant pot. Leftovers are just as good as the original pot. Highly recommend.
I wanted something simple for my first Instant Pot cook and chose this; really glad I did! Super easy, came out fantastic. Also seems like a great base to start experimenting from. Thanks for sharing it!
Just curious, how did you come to your calories/serving? I have a spreadsheet that I use to figure kcals and macronutrients from recipe ingredients and I end up with around 2500 kcal for a whole batch of this. At 4 servings that’d be 625kcal rather than 250 as you estimate. Granted, I ended up with about 3qt from this recipe, which I’d normally consider more like 6 servings (at ~415kcal/serving).
Anyway thanks again for the great recipe. Going to try your country style ribs next!
I made this tonight in my Instant Pot. It was really delicious! I added sliced mushrooms and a half cup of red wine, with only 1 cup of beef broth. Otherwise stayed true to the recipe! Super easy & super tasty! Will definitely use this recipe again! You could add any more veggies you wanted including celery or green/red peppers, depending on what you like. Thanks again!
I was wondering if I have leftover roast that was Linda tough woul you put it in before cooking or after? Thanks!
Thank you for this recipe. It was so easy to make , and it was delicious. we all enjoyed it
Stew meat is frozen…should I thaw prior to the sauté or sauté and then add additional time to the cook My?
Hi! I actually haven’t made this with meat from frozen, so I would suggest thawing first if you can.
Delicious!