This Easy Weeknight Beef Stew Recipe Begins With Your Instant Pot

Our Instant Pot Beef Stew boasts rich flavors and some tender, succulent beef. The magic of the Instant Pot transforms tough cuts of beef into melt-in-your-mouth perfection, while carrots, potatoes, and onions soak up the savory goodness of a well-seasoned broth. With each spoonful, you'll experience the warmth of home-cooked comfort and the convenience of a meal that comes together effortlessly, making it the perfect dish for busy days and cozy evenings alike.

Ingredients For Our Tasty Instant Pot Beef Stew

• 2 tablespoons ghee (or butter)
• 2 pounds stew beef cut into bite-sized pieces and sprinkled with garlic salt
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 16 ounce container cremini mushrooms, cut in half
• 1 quart beef broth
• 1 large potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 3 carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 3 celery stalks, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 3 bay leaves
• Thickener of your choice like cornstarch, arrowroot, potato starch, (optional)
• Parsley, to garnish

How To Make Instant Pot Beef Stew, The Easy Way

1. Set your Instant Pot to sauté. Melt the ghee, then working in batches, sauté the meat for 2-3 minutes, turning every minute so all sides are browned. Once cooked, transfer the meat to a plate and set it aside.

2. Add the onion and sauté, scraping up the brown bits as you cook. Sprinkle some salt over the onion and allow it to caramelize. If the mixture becomes too dry, add splashes of beef broth. Once they're fully caramelized, cancel the sauté setting on your Instant Pot.

3. Add the rest of the ingredients to the Instant Pot. Cover and lock the lid into place. Select the meat/stew function, or set to pressure cook on high for 35 minutes.

4. Once fully cooked, allow for a natural pressure release of the stew (about 30 minutes).

5. Ladle your Instant Pot beef stew into bowls and garnish with parsley.

Tips For Making Instant Pot Beef Stew

• If the stew turns out too soupy, scoop out a little broth, and add in the thickener of your choice until no clumps remain. If it’s still not thick enough after stirring, repeat this step until the you reach the desired texture.
• If you want some more flavor, season the stew with more garlic salt to taste.