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The Best Ever Instant Pot Beef Stew Recipe

The Best Ever Instant Pot Beef Stew

Tender browned beef, potatoes, carrots, and peas cook in a richly seasoned broth before being finished with a smooth cornstarch gravy. This classic Instant Pot dinner is hearty, warming, and family-friendly.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Beef and Seasoning
  • 2 pounds Beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
Cooking Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 medium Medium onion, chopped
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic, minced
Broth and Vegetables
  • 4 cups Beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 4 large Large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 4 medium Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
Finishing Ingredients
  • 1 cup Frozen peas
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons Cold water

Method
 

Step-by-Step
  1. Toss the beef cubes with the flour, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Select Sauté on the Instant Pot and heat the olive oil. Brown the beef in small batches, then transfer each batch to a plate.
  3. Add the onion and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
  4. Pour in a little beef broth and scrape every browned bit from the bottom of the pot.
  5. Return the beef to the pot and add the remaining broth, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Add the carrots and potatoes without stirring excessively.
  6. Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 35 minutes. Allow a natural pressure release for 10-15 minutes, then carefully release the remaining pressure.
  7. Stir in the frozen peas. Mix the cornstarch and cold water into a slurry.
  8. Set the Instant Pot to Sauté and stir in the slurry. Simmer for 2-4 minutes, until the gravy thickens.

Notes

Brown the beef in batches and scrape the pot thoroughly before pressure cooking to help prevent a burn warning. Add peas after pressure cooking for better color and texture. Store cooled stew in the refrigerator and reheat gently.