Recipe This | Instant Pot Beef Recipes (2024)

October 19, 2022August 6, 2020 by Recipe This

Instant Pot Beef Recipes. The ultimate list of the 29 best instant pot beef recipes. Featuring instant pot beef gluten free recipes, paleo recipes, healthy recipes, keto and so much more. Scroll through our list of beef recipes in the instant pot and decide what to cook for dinner tonight.

Instant Pot Beef Recipes

Welcome to instant pot beef recipes. Updated for 2020 and including lots of new beef ideas to make in your instant pot or other brand of electric pressure cooker.

Top 10 Beef Recipes In Instant Pot

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With lots of different instant pot beef recipes on Recipe This, I wanted to focus first on our top 10 beef recipes.

These are the beef recipes we cook the most and are the best for quick prep instant pot meals.

Though, of course this is personal choice and your idea of a favourite instant pot beef recipe may be different to my own.

Have a scroll and do let me know in the comments what is your favourite.

Instant Pot Frozen Steak – A new favourite in the Milner house and the steak is the most tender steak you have ever tried, yet it is cooked from frozen. Served with a delicious creamy sauce and potatoes, this is an amazing weeknight dinner.

Instant Pot Frozen Hamburgers – Hamburgers are cooked in silver foil and then loaded onto the trivet. The hamburgers are flavoursome and very easy to prep and cook.

Instant Pot Shredded Beef – Do you love beef tacos? Then you will love this technique of shredded beef in the instant pot. Easy to prep and then load it up with your favourite salsa.

Instant Pot Scottish Beef Stew – Beef stew lovers reunite for delicious old school Scottish beef stew and dumplings.

– The combo that everyone talks about. Meatloaf cooked at the same time as mashed potatoes. Perfect every time and instant pot simplicity at its best.

Instant Pot Egg Roll In A Bowl – If you have not tried egg roll in a bowl yet then you MUST. So yummy and perfect with minced beef.

Instant Pot Beef Roast – Yes you can cook your favourite roast beef in the instant pot, and it is so tender too.

Instant Pot Beef Pot Roast – Delicious classic beef pot roast in the instant pot. Load it all up and then serve it for Sunday lunch and have the best comforting dinner.

Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff – Delicious creamy beef stroganoff cooked in the instant pot. A meal I always want to enjoy seconds of.

Instant Pot Meat Sauce – Make your favourite Bolognese in the instant pot. Load it up with veggies and you have an amazing one pot meal cooked in the instant pot.

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More Instant Pot Beef Recipes

Here at Recipe This we have even MORE instant pot beef recipes for you to try. Have a browse through these and bookmark for later.

Instant Pot Beef Tips + Gravy
Instant Pot Meatloaf
Instant Pot Beef Stew + Dumplings
Instant Pot Cheeseburger Mac + Cheese
Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup
Instant Pot Beef Shin
Instant Pot Frozen Meatballs
Instant Pot Chilli Con Carne
Instant Pot Frozen Smokies
Instant Pot Salisbury Steak + Mushroom Gravy
Instant Pot Frozen Taco Meat
Instant Pot Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich
Instant Pot Beef Stir Fry
Instant Pot Mongolian Beef
Instant Pot Irish Beef Stew + Guinness
Instant Pot Sloppy Joes Baguettes
Instant Pot Corned Beef Hash
Instant Pot Beef Brisket

And don’t forget to check out our instant pot frozen meat guide that includes a free printable.

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FAQs

How long does it take to cook 2 pounds of beef in the Instant Pot? ›

For example, cook a 2-pound pot roast at high pressure for 40 minutes and a 3-pound pot roast for 60 minutes. Frozen beef: I highly recommend thawing your beef for this recipe, since you cannot sear the frozen beef. If you must use frozen beef, assume 30 minutes per pound.

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What is the best cut of beef for the Instant Pot? ›

You can cook any cut in a multi-cooker, but we recommend those from the chuck and round.

What beef is good for pressure cooker? ›

Chuck roast, brisket and short ribs are the best cut because they contain a lot of connective tissue. During both slow & pressure cooking, that connective tissue breaks down and turns into gelatin giving the beef a rich, meaty flavour and a tender, juicy texture.

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How much water do I put in my Instant Pot for beef? ›

Also, don't forget to add at least 1 to 1 1/2 cups of water. You absolutely must add water so that the Instant Pot can create the steam it uses to pressure cook the meat. Tip: You can also use stock for some extra flavor.

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Do you cover meat with liquid in pressure cooker? ›

I cover meat in my Instant Pot when making soup, stew, or stock. Otherwise I use a minimum amount of liquid, from 1 to 2 cups. A pressure cooker produces steam until a preset pressure is reached and then replaces heat lost from the pot, by boiling more water, producing more steam.

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How long does it take to cook a 2.5 lb of beef? ›

If your roast is more or less than 4 pounds, roast it for approximately 25 to 30 minutes per pound for a medium roast. The temperature for a medium roast (pink all the way through) is 135°F - 145°F; the temperature for a medium well roast (tan with some pink) is 145°F - 155°F.

What is the hardest cut of beef to cook? ›

Brisket. Universally beloved by barbecue pitmasters, the brisket is the breast of the cow and one of the toughest cuts. The grains of brisket are much coarser than those of other parts of the animal, so the cut requires some seriously long cook time.

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Which piece of beef is the most tender? ›

The most tender of all cuts of beef, tenderloin steaks are lean and known for their delicate, butter-like texture and thick cut. These mouthwatering steaks are so tender they can be “cut with a butter knife.” Tenderloin steaks are commonly known as filets or filet mignon.

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Is it better to slow cook or pressure cook a roast? ›

When pressure cooked for the right amount of time the meat comes out just as fall-apart tender as if slow cooked, but in a fraction of the time. I usually cut the uncooked roast into equal size pieces no bigger than my hand, do a dry rub, sear each side 2-3 min, and then pressure cook on high.

Do you need liquid to pressure cook beef? ›

Pressure cookers cook with steam. No liquid = no steam. You can't and shouldn't use your pressure cooker unless you've added sufficient liquid. Instructions will let you know the minimum amount and some even tell you how much to use for different items.

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What happens if you overcook beef in pressure cooker? ›

If you prepare meat in a pressure cooker and it turns out dry, this is usually because the meat has cooked too long & the natural juices have been squeezed out. The result is a tasty gravy but dry meat.

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Can you put raw meat in a pressure cooker? ›

To cook meat without water in a pressure cooker, simply add the meat to the pot, along with any seasonings, herbs, or other ingredients that you like. Close the lid, seal the pressure release valve, and set the pressure cooker to high pressure.

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How much water does it take to make 1 pound of beef? ›

Beef. It takes approximately 1,847 gallons of water to produce 1 pound of beef — that's enough water to fill 39 bathtubs all the way to the top.

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How long does it take to cook 2 pounds of beef? ›

Common Names

Approx weight	Rare (125 °F)	Medium (145 °F)
2 lb	31 min	42 min
3 lb	45 min	55 min
4 lb	1 hr	1 hr 10 min

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How long does it take to cook a 2 pound beef? ›

Let beef sit at room temperature for at least 45 minutes to 1 hour before beginning this recipe. If your roast is not at room temperature, the cook time will be longer. Regardless of the size of your roast, aim to cook at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 20 minutes per pound.

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How long to cook 2 pounds of ground beef? ›

The pre-crumbled steamer basket method was the one preferred in our Test Kitchen. Set pressure to high, and cook for about 6 minutes for one pound and about 10 minutes for two pounds. (To cook one pound of ground beef from frozen, set the timer to 30-40 minutes instead.)