How to Make Instant Pot Beef Stew with Frozen Meat - A Step-by-Step Guide

Beef stew is a classic comfort food that many of us grew up enjoying. The rich, hearty flavors of tender beef, savory vegetables, and aromatic broth make it the perfect dish for a cozy night in. Traditionally, making beef stew involves a long cooking process to ensure that the meat is tender and the flavors have melded together. However, with the convenience of an Instant Pot, you can have a delicious beef stew on the table in a fraction of the time.

What's even more convenient is tha...

Read more Snack recipes

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 large onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup dry red wine
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 (1 pound) packages cubed beef stew meat, frozen
  • 6 medium carrots, sliced
  • 5 large potatoes, peeled and cut into large cubes
  • 3 stalks celery, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Pour in oil. Cook onions and garlic in the hot oil until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Pour in wine and continue sauteing until wine has reduced by half, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Add beef broth, thyme, parsley, oregano, bay leaf, salt, and pepper; stir to combine. Mix in tomato paste. Place frozen meat into the pot and add carrots, potatoes, and celery. Close and lock the lid. Select Meat/Stew function and set timer for 45 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Carefully move the vent to release the remainder of the pressure, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  • Mix water and cornstarch together in a small bowl and pour slowly into the pot. Press the Saute button and cook stew until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    586 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 99mg
    • Sodium: 635mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 49g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 36g
    • Vitamin C: 51mg
    • Calcium: 79mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 1621mg