Instant Pot Braised Beef
I nearly licked my plate clean, it was that good! Spiced with just the right amount of chipotle, cinnamon, and cumin, this Instant Pot Braised Beef has a balanced and delicious flavor. Using an Instant Pot cuts the time needed to coax the chuck roast into a buttery, moist texture by more than a third. After braising, the tender meat easily shreds, making it ideal for a variety of dishes. For more Instant Pot recipes, try Instant Pot Garlicky Cuban Pork, Instant Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage, Instant Pot Chipotle Chicken Bowls.
This beef is family friendly, we all love it! Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 4 days of frozen up to 6 months.
What kind of beef is used for braising?
The best kind of beef to use for braising is chuck roast, beef shank, or brisket. You want big cuts of meat that will get more tender the longer they cook in the liquid. The other good thing about these cuts is that they are less expensive and not too lean.
How do you braise in an Instant Pot?
Braising meat in the Instant Pot is quite easy. Most of the cooking time is hands- off, so you’ll have time to prep the rest of dinner while the meat cooks.
How to Serve Braised Beef
This Instant Pot braised beef is perfect in tacos or rice and veggie bowls. You can also make an enchilada casserole, rolling the meat in corn tortillas and then baking with enchilada sauce. Need another serving idea? Top baked sweet potatoes with this beef, steamed broccoli, and shredded cheese for a twist on loaded baked potatoes. Don’t forget to drizzle on some of the sauce!
More Instant Pot Recipes You’ll Love:
Carne Guisada (Latin Beef Stew) Instant Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage Instant Pot Chipotle Chicken Bows with Cilantro Lime Quinoa Beef and Mushroom Ragu with Spaghetti Squash Instant Pot Garlicky Cuban Pork
