Dump And Start Instant Pot Beef Stew (GF)

Hearty easy Instant Pot Beef Stew is the best stew, folks. It’s made in one pot and only requires minimal cleanup. And, who doesn’t love one-pot meals that are hearty, full of delicious filling veggies, and super simple to make??? 

Even better this making this beef stew in Instant Pot is easy because is easy because it is Dump and Start Beef stew made with affordable pantry staples and an utterly delicious comfort food treat.

Serve it up for easy lunches, suppers, and take a batch with you to your next potluck gathering, you’ll have the guests asking for your recipe for sure. Same with this Instant Pot Lamb Stew or Instant Pot Lentil Soup.

What Is The Best Beef To Use For Beef Stew?

I love having some meat with a bit of fat for make Pressure Cooker Beef Stew. That way the meat stays juicy plus the fat adds a bit of extra flavor. But really it is up to you which you use.

Options include chuck roast (nice due to the connective tissue), brisket, round Roast. If u get meat that has been pre cubbed form the butcher or supermarket then make sure is is called stewing meat.

Why You’ll Love It

• It is easy to make – more about this below
• It needs only 10 ingredients all of which, you already have in your pantry
• It is great for feeding a crowd
• Leftovers freeze very well – so that is a few weeknight suppers sorted
• It allows you to use that Instant Pot you got given over Christmas or Thanksgiving
• Suitable for gluten free diets.

Tools Needed

• An awesome Instant Pot.
• The best Instant Pot accessories.
• A sharp knife.
• Cutting board.
• Handy measuring cups and spoons.
• A crockpot if you want to slow cook it.
• Best ever sea salt flakes.
• Meal prep containers for storing leftovers.

Let’s gather up these ingredients and I will show you how easy beef stew in Instant Pot is.

How To Make Instant Pot Beef Stew

Get the complete ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.

1. Add all the ingredients into the Instant Pot insert mix, cover the pot and set the valve to seal, choose the stew setting and allow to cook till done.
2. Let the steam release naturally about 10-15 mins before opening.

Or you can brown the meat first…

1. Heat the olive oil in your Instant Pot and brown the beef in batches. Remove beef from the pan and set aside.
2. Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth. 
3. Add all the ingredients including the browned beef into the Instant Pot insert mix, cover the pot and set the valve to seal, choose the stew setting and allow to cook till done.
4. Let the steam release naturally about 10-15 mins before opening.

OK so the second method this only adds about 7 mins of cooking time to your stew but that browning of the meat adds such an amazing extra depth of flavour, that it is worth doing if you have time.

All the veggies in the Instant Pot.

Recipe Tips

• To make the prep work for your instapot beef stew even more simple, you can buy pre-cubed beef stew meat, or just ask your butcher to cut into cubes for you. Make sure it’s cut into bigger size pieces.
• Make sure to cut the vegetables in bigger chunks so they don’t fall apart.
• Browning the Instant Pot stew meat first adds a nice depth of flavor. 
• For the best results and great meat texture, you want to naturally release the pressure for the time stated.
• Do make sure to deglaze the pot after browning the meat to avoid having the burn notice.

Cook time listed does not include the time it takes for Instant Pot to come up to pressure or for the pressure to release.

Delicious Variations 

• Change out the broth: Trade out the beef broth for chicken broth or vegetable broth.  
• Add more vegetables: Add in different root veggies like rutabaga and parsnips.
• Vary the meat: Feel free to use other meat like venison instead.  

Prep Ahead And Storage

Like many stew, this Instant Pot Beef Stew tastes even better the next day.

• Prep Ahead – Chop the veggies ahead and keep in the fridge for up to 24 hours. 
• Storing – Stored properly in the fridge, this will last about 4-5 days.
• Freeze – Follow the handy tips below on how to freeze this. Let stew cool down then transfer into these convenient Ziploc freezer bags. Squeeze out all the extra air and seal the bags. Label the bags and then lay them flat in the freezer. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
• Defrost – Thaw overnight in the fridge.

FAQs

More Stew Recipes And Easy Instant Pot Recipes

• Instant Pot Lamb Stew.
• Instant Pot Venison Stew.
• Instant Pot Potato Soup
• For more stew recipes as well you can check out this Venison Slow Cooker Stew and definitely Campfire Stew.
• Vegan Instant Pot recipes round up
• Instant Pot Brown Rice

Weight Watchers Points

There are 10 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving.

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Originally published Jan 2018. Updated Jan 2021.

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