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Instant Pot Beef Bone Broth

Instant Pot beef bone broth is a nourishing and flavorful elixir that warms the soul. This simple recipe transforms beef bones and aromatic vegetables into a rich, savory broth in just two hours, making it perfect for sipping or as a base for soups, stews, and sauces. With its enticing aroma and golden hue, this broth evokes the comfort of home-cooked meals. Gather your ingredients, let your Instant Pot work its magic, and enjoy the delightful depth of flavor that will elevate your culinary creations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef bones (knuckle, marrow, or oxtail)
  • 2 medium carrots, chopped
  • 1 onion, quartered
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 8 cups filtered water
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp whole black peppercorns
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients: wash and chop vegetables into roughly equal sizes.
  2. Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add a splash of olive oil and sear the beef bones on all sides until browned.
  3. Add the chopped vegetables and stir for about two minutes until softened.
  4. Pour in apple cider vinegar followed by filtered water until everything is covered.
  5. Secure the lid, set the vent to sealing mode, select high pressure, and cook for 120 minutes.
  6. Once cooking is complete, allow natural pressure release for 30 minutes before quick releasing any remaining pressure.
  7. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl or pot. Let cool before storing in jars.

Nutrition

Keywords: For deeper flavor, roast the bones in the oven at 400°F for 30 minutes before adding them to the Instant Pot. Customize your broth with different herbs like thyme or spices such as ginger for added depth.