Instant Pot Ground Beef Stew
Instant Pot Ground Beef Stew is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights. This hearty dish features tender ground beef simmered with vibrant vegetables in a rich, savory broth. With minimal prep time and the convenience of the Instant Pot, you can create a warm, satisfying meal that not only delights the taste buds but also evokes fond memories of family gatherings. Enjoy this cozy stew that’s sure to become a favorite at your dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large carrots, thickly sliced
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Set your Instant Pot to 'Sauté' mode. Add olive oil and sauté chopped onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Stir in minced garlic for another minute.
- Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned (6-8 minutes), seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Mix in carrots and potatoes, coating them with the beef mixture.
- Pour in beef broth and add dried thyme. Stir gently.
- Seal the lid, set the valve to 'sealing,' and select 'Pressure Cook' for 10 minutes.
- Once cooking is complete, switch the valve to 'venting' to release steam. Open the lid and stir before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables such as peas or green beans. For added depth of flavor, consider using Worcestershire sauce or red wine during cooking.