Description
Instant pot pot roast brings hearty comfort to family dinners with tender beef slowly braised in rich, savory sauce. Midwest home cooks know this classic dish delivers maximum flavor with minimal kitchen effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 to 4 pounds beef chuck roast
- 4 medium carrots (cut into chunks)
- 3 medium potatoes (quartered)
- 1 large onion (quartered)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
Liquid and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Thickening and Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Activate the Instant Pot’s searing function and heat olive oil, thoroughly caramelizing the beef on each surface until a rich golden-brown crust develops.
- Transfer the seared meat to a temporary plate, then introduce chopped onions and minced garlic into the pot, sautéing until fragrant and translucent.
- Incorporate tomato paste, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and dried herbs, creating a robust and aromatic liquid base for braising.
- Gently nestle the browned beef back into the pot, strategically arranging chunky carrots and quartered potatoes around the roast for even cooking.
- Secure the Instant Pot lid, ensuring the valve is set to sealing position, then program the device to high-pressure cooking for precisely 60 minutes.
- Allow a natural pressure release for 15 minutes after cooking completes, which helps tenderize the meat and redistribute internal moisture.
- Carefully extract the beef and vegetables, then optionally transform the remaining cooking liquid into a silky gravy by whisking in a cornstarch mixture.
- Slice the roast against the grain, plate with roasted vegetables, drizzle with prepared gravy, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- Ensure meat is thoroughly browned to develop deep, rich flavor profiles that enhance overall taste and texture of the roast.
- Select well-marbled chuck roast for maximum tenderness and juiciness, allowing the meat to become melt-in-your-mouth delicious during pressure cooking.
- Use low-sodium beef broth to control salt levels, preventing the dish from becoming overly salty while maintaining robust meaty undertones.
- Create a gluten-free version by substituting cornstarch with arrowroot powder or potato starch for thickening the gravy without compromising consistency.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg