Name: Instant Pot Beef Stew Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 2 pounds beef stew meat (or a beef roast cut into bite-sized pieces); 3 potatoes (cubed (red potatoes or Russet are our favorites)); 1 pound baby carrots ((we cut ours in half, but you can keep them whole)); 3 celery stalks (diced); 1 onion (diced); 3 cups beef stock; 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 Tablespoon salt; ½ teaspoon ground pepper; 1 cup frozen green peas; 6 ounces tomato paste; 1 ounce dry onion soup mix ((OPTIONAL))

How to Make Instant Pot Beef Stew Recipe

The instructions for this stew could not be easier!

Place all ingredients in the Instant Pot.

Give it a quick stir, then place lid on top of Instant Pot.

Move the valve to SEALING (not venting).

Press the MANUAL button and set timer for 30 minutes.

When the timer is done, allow the Instant Pot to do a natural release for at least 15 minutes (you can go longer if desired).

Move the valve to VENTING and release remaining pressure.

Remove the lid and mix together.

Serve and enjoy!

Freezer Meal Instructions

Place all ingredients EXCEPT THE BEEF STOCK in a resealable gallon-sized freezer bag or other freezer-safe container.

Place in the freezer for up to 90 days.

When ready to eat, remove frozen stew from the bag (if it won’t come out, run the bag under hot water so that you can remove/peel off the frozen bag).

Place the frozen soup into your Instant Pot (if it froze in a shape that won’t fit into your Instant Pot, you may need to defrost it for a few minutes or break it into pieces to make it fit).

Add 3 cups beef broth your Instant Pot.

Place the lid on the top of the Instant Pot. Move the valve to SEALING (not venting).

Press the MANUAL (or PRESSURE COOK) button and set timer for 45 minutes.

When the timer is finished, let the soup do a natural release (this will take about 20 minutes).

Serve and enjoy!

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Questions & Reviews

Pamela Meyer says:

InstaPot Beef Stew I’m a little challenged with stew meat what cut of beef roast do you recommend to make this stew?
Momma Cyd says:

You can buy stew meat, or use any cut of roast. We have even used steak that we have had in our freezer. It all tastes amazing in this beef stew.
Kristi Zahos says:

My family and loved this! The flavor was so good with the onion soup mix and tomato paste. I only added 2 cups of beet broth because I wanted it thicker. It was so good! Thx u Six Sisters for another great receipe to add to our family menu. 🥰
Norma Loquvam says:

I don’t have a manual button, what do I push? Also I’m using 1 lb. of meat so how long should I cook it? Thanks for your help
Orma Loquvam says:

My message was deleted. I need to know how long to cook stew when using only 1 lb meat. Also I don’t have a manual button. Which button do I push?
Momma Cyd says:

You either push the manual or pressure cook button. Cooking time will stay the same.
Gail R says:

This was so easy to make and delicious. I didnt add the tomato paste. We liked the thinner broth.
debbie Fites says:

Is there any reason that I couldn't brown the meat coated in flour before putting in the instant pot? I don't want to get the burn notice. I would do in a separate pan.
Momma Cyd says:

Sure, you can easily brown the meat if you desire.
Gabby says:

Hello, do you pressure cook on low or high for 45 minutes if doing the freezer meal option? Thanks!
Momma Cyd says:

When you push Manual/Pressure Cook it defaults to the right setting. But it's High pressure-normal.
Sue G says:

Can this recipe be doubled for an 8 quart instant pot to feed more people. Will it fit?
Momma Cyd says:

It should fit in the 8 quart.
Sandy Morris says:

Just made for dinner OMG it was delicious. Keeping this recipe