Beef Boiled in Instant Pot: the easy and stress-free recipe

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Beef Boiled in Instant Pot: tender, flavorful, and ready in minutes without stress. The easy recipe for every occasion.

Preparing a tender and flavorful boiled beef has never been so simple thanks to the Instant Pot. This appliance allows you to cook the meat perfectly without standing by the stove, transforming a traditional dish into a practical and stress-free recipe. The result is a juicy boiled beef that retains all the natural flavor of beef, accompanied by tender and tasty vegetables.

The pressure cooking of the Instant Pot helps concentrate flavors and drastically reduce time, making the recipe accessible both to first-time cooks and those looking for a quick alternative to traditional boiled beef.

This practical version of boiled beef is perfect for days when you want to enjoy a comforting dish without complications. You can serve it hot with the vegetables and a bit of filtered broth, or store it in the fridge and enjoy it the next day. The process is intuitive and requires very little supervision, leaving more time to enjoy the meal with company or to dedicate to other preparations.

With beef boiled in Instant Pot, traditional cuisine meets modern practicality, without losing authentic flavor and tenderness of the meat. A simple, reassuring dish ready in a few steps.

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Beef Boiled in Instant Pot
  • Difficulty: Very Easy
  • Cost: Medium
  • Preparation time: 5 Minutes
  • Portions: 8 People
  • Cooking methods: Instant pot
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Seasonality: All seasons
162.24 Kcal
calories per serving
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  • Energy 162.24 (Kcal)
  • Carbohydrates 9.54 (g) of which sugars 1.55 (g)
  • Proteins 24.13 (g)
  • Fat 3.61 (g) of which saturated 1.19 (g)of which unsaturated 0.04 (g)
  • Fibers 1.01 (g)
  • Sodium 1,890.87 (mg)

Indicative values for a portion of 200 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.

* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov

Ingredients for Beef Boiled in Instant Pot

  • 2.2 lbs beef (lean meat)
  • 2 carrots
  • 1 stalk celery
  • 2 potatoes
  • 1 yellow onion
  • to taste coarse salt

Tools

  • Cutting board
  • Instant pot

Recipe for Beef Boiled in Instant Pot

  • Start preparing the beef boiled in Instant Pot with the vegetables: peel the carrots and cut them into large chunks.
    Wash the celery and remove the strings with a peeler. Cut it into pieces leaving the leaves.
    Peel the onion and divide it into 8 parts.
    Peel the potatoes and cut them into large chunks.

  • Cut the beef into cubes more or less of the same size.
    Remove any fat.

  • Place the vegetables, beef, and a pinch of coarse salt in the inner pot of the Instant Pot.

  • Cover everything with two liters of water.

  • Seal the Instant Pot with its lid and close the valve.
    Set it to Pressure Cook at Low Pressure for 50 minutes.
    Once cooking is complete, let it naturally decompress.

  • Skim the broth and separate the beef and broth.
    Serve the beef boiled in Instant Pot.

  • Beef Boiled in Instant Pot

Beef Boiled in Instant Pot: the easy and stress-free recipe

The beef boiled in Instant Pot shows that a traditional dish can become simple and quick without losing flavor. Tender, tasty, and perfect to enjoy with family or to store for future meals, it’s a practical idea that brings warmth and comfort to the kitchen with minimal effort.

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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

  • Can I use other cuts of beef for boiling?

    Yes, muscle, chuck, or ribs are perfect. The important thing is that they are cuts suitable for long and pressure cooking.

  • Can I prepare the boiled beef without an Instant Pot?

    Certainly, just cook the beef in a traditional pot with water and vegetables for about 2-3 hours, until the meat is tender.

  • Can I add other vegetables to the boiled beef?

    Yes, you can add celery root, leek, or sweet potatoes to enrich the broth and dish.

  • How do I store leftover boiled beef?

    It keeps in the refrigerator for 2-3 days, covered with the broth, or it can be frozen in portions for up to 2 months.

You can find all the recipes made with the Instant Pot so far in the Recipes with the Instant Pot section.
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Lydia in the Kitchen is my space dedicated to my passion for food, where I share simple, seasonal, and creative recipes. I love to experiment without preconceptions, alternating traditional dishes with original ideas, both sweet and savory, with special attention to conviviality and the joy of being at the table.

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