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मंगलवार, 26 अक्तूबर 2021

Instant Pot Beef Stew

Instant Pot Beef Stew is perfect for those cool fall nights, and great when you want to whip up cozy beef stew in under an hour! Sauté the beef in the bottom of the instant pot, throw in your veggies and broth, turn it on and call it a day!

Soups and stews are so hearty and filling. For more cozy fall soups and stews, check out my Best Ever Chili, this Cream of Mushroom Soup, or this Slow Cooker Enchilada Soup.

Instant Pot Beef Stew

Gosh, if there were ever a soup that depicted cozy nights and hearty fall soups, it would be instant pot beef stew. Of course we love beef stew because it’s DELICIOUS, but we also love it because it has a little bit of everything. Beef? Check! Veggies? Check! Hearty? Check! Totally delicious??? Check check check! It seriously covers everything, you will love it!

While most versions of beef stew take hours to cook so the meat can tenderize, using the instant pot takes this three to four hour recipe down to a mere hour – tops. We sauté stew meat in the bottom of the instant pot, and once it’s brown, cover it in big pieces of carrot, celery, onion, and potatoes. The meat and veggies get drowned in broth, and then we will the instant pot go to town! This delicious Sourdough Bread is perfect to go with it. I mean everyone loves a good bread to dip!

Ingredients in Instant Pot Beef Stew

This recipe has so many delicious flavors happening at the same time! It’s hard to pick out which part creates the best taste! See the recipe card below for a list of exact ingredient measurements.

Stew meat :You can use a chuck roast and cut it yourself, but I find it’s easiest to just buy stew meat already cut up and trimmed at the butcher counter.
Salt: I use kosher salt in this recipe!
Black pepper: If you use freshly cracked black pepper then it will bring the most fresh and delicious flavor!
Olive oil. For beef stew, I like to cook the meat in a light olive oil – canola oil also works.
Beef stock: I always use low-sodium so we can control the amount of salt that goes into the dish.
Tomato paste: I love to use tomato paste in this beef stew because it helps to thicken the stew. It also has a really concentrated tomato flavor, so it adds a ton of flavor.
Tomato puree: You could use tomato puree or canned tomatoes here. My kiddos don’t really like whole tomatoes, so I sneak them in this way. If you have canned diced tomatoes on hand, that works too!
Bay leaves: These add that deep, earthy flavor that stew have,
Sugar: This adds a slight hint of sweetness to counter all of the other flavors.
Worcestershire sauce: I use only the tiny bit of this because it is such a strong flavor.
Vegetables: I used the classic vegetables in this! Carrots, gold potatoes, onion, celery, frozen peas.
Cornstarch and water: These are used to thicken up the stew!

How to Make Instant Pot Beef Stew

Instant pot beef stew is so simple! In just a few simple steps and about an hour of your time, you will have a delicious and hearty meal ready to eat!

Sauté the beef: Turn the instant pot on to the saute function and then season the beef with two teaspoons of salt and pepper. Add 1 tbsp olive oil to the instant pot. Once hot, add half of the beef. Let the beef brown for 3-4 minutes and turn. Brown on all sides. Remove to a plate once beef is all brown. Add the remaining olive oil and repeat with the rest of the beef.
Stir in the paste and seasonings: Add the beef broth on top. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up the brown bits at the bottom of the pan. Stir in tomato paste, tomato puree, bay leaves, worcestershire sauce, sugar, and remaining salt. Stir until tomato paste is distributed.
Add the veggies and cook: Add all the vegetables except for the peas on top. Cover with the lid. Turn the instant pot to the HIGH manual setting for 25 minutes. Manually release the pressure on the instant pot.
Add cornstarch and thicken: Once the steam releases, take the lid off. Turn the instant pot back to the saute function. Whisk cornstarch and water together in a smal bowl. Slowly whisk in to the beef stew. Let the stew cook for another 3-4 minutes until thickened. Add in the frozen peas. Cook until thawed. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley.

4 pictures showing step by step instructions on how to mix the ingredients for beef stew.

How to Cook Beef Stew Meat

Beef stew meat is notoriously tough, so it’s important you give it enough time to cook. Also, we want to get as much flavor out of the beef itself, so it’s also important to sear the beef before you let it cook with the veggies and the broth. Usually, this takes many hours, but since we are using the instant pot today, it’s only going to take about 35-40 minutes. Wild stuff!

What Can I Serve with It?

If you are looking for some ideas on how to make this an entire meal then I’ve got you covered! Here are a few things you can make to go with this amazing instant pot beef stew!

Bread: You can’t have stew without something to dip in it! This Miracle No Knead Bread is one of my all time favorites and it’s SO easy! Or you can try out this delicious Garlic Bread for some added flavor!
Salad: I love having a fresh salad to complement any stews or soups that I have. I mean restaurants sell soup and salad together for a reason right?? Because they are SOO good together! Try out this easy Greek Salad.
Dessert: No dinner is complete without a sweet dessert! Try out these amazing M&M Cookie Bars or this beautiful Lemon Coconut Cake!

Can I Make This Ahead of Time?

Yes! Instant Pot Beef Stew is a great dish to make in advance. Just make from start to finish (don’t add peas). Cool completely and store in an airtight container. When you’re ready to serve, pour the beef stew into a pot and bring it to a boil. Add in peas. Cook until thawed.

You can also heat the soup individually in microwave-safe bowls. Add the peas before you microwave.

Instant Pot Beef Stew

Instant Pot Beef Stew is perfect for those cool fall nights, and great when you want to whip up cozy beef stew in under an hour! Saute the beef in the bottom of the instant pot, throw in your veggies and broth, turn it on and call it a day!

Course Dinner, Soup

Cuisine American

Keyword beef stew, instant pot beef stew

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 1 hour

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Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes

Servings people

Calories 472kcal

Author Alyssa Rivers

Cost $25

Equipment

Instant Pot

Ingredients

2 pounds stew meat
1 Tablespoon kosher salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon freshly cracker black pepper
2 Tablespoons olive oil, divided
32 ounces low-sodium beef stock
2 ounces tomato paste
14 ounces tomato puree
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon sugar
1 Tablespoon worcestershire sauce
4 medium carrots cut into 2-inch pieces
5 medium yukon gold potatoes cut into quarters
1 large onion, chopped into 2-inch pieces
3 celery stalks cut into 2-inch pieces
2 teaspoons cornstarch + 1 tbsp water
1 cup frozen peas

Instructions

Turn the instant pot on to the saute function. Season beef with two teaspoons of salt and pepper. Add 1 tbsp olive oil to the instant pot. Once hot, add half of the beef. Let the beef brown for 3-4 minutes and turn. Brown on all sides. Remove to a plate once beef is all brown. Add the remaining olive oil and repeat with the rest of the beef.
Add the beef broth on top. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up the brown bits at the bottom of the pan. Stir in tomato paste, tomato puree, bay leaves, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, and remaining salt. Stir until tomato paste is distributed.
Add all the vegetables except for the peas on top. Cover with the lid. Turn the instant pot to the HIGH manual setting for 25 minutes. Manually release the pressure on the instant pot.
Once the steam releases, take the lid off. Turn the instant pot back to the saute function. Whisk cornstarch and water together in a small bowl. Slowly whisk into to the beef stew. Let the stew cook for another 3-4 minutes until thickened. Add in the frozen peas. Cook until thawed. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

Updated on October 26, 2021

Originally Posted on September 10, 2020

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Marinated Olives

Marinated olives are a fancy appetizer that comes together with little effort and inexpensive ingredients! Meaty, flavorful olives are layered with fresh herbs, spices, and olive oil for an experience your taste buds will absolutely love!

Appetizers can easily outshine an entree. Nothing beats a little finger food! This Halloween charcuterie, avocado egg rolls, and spinach artichoke dip with crostini are some of my current favorites!

Closeup of seasoned olives in a white bowl.

Amazing Lemon Herb Marinated Olives Recipe

I love olives. I was (and am) that kid that would put olives on their fingers and eat them off at Thanksgiving. Thankfully, now I’m a bit more refined when it comes to my olive obsession. Green olives are one of my go-to snacks. Not only are they an amazing source of healthy fats, but their meaty flavor and tangy brine are something I can’t get enough of. Not only do I love olives, but fresh herbs too! In this recipe, I use a combination of all my favorites. Rosemary, garlic, thyme, and pepper come together with tasty, zesty lemon! These marinated olives infused with Greek flavors are going to become your new favorite appetizer. They’re so good!

And the best part of it all? You get the luxurious flavor from just a few simple, inexpensive ingredients. These marinated olives taste like antipasto you’d get from a high-end restaurant. They are so impressive! I love serving these at family dinners. Olives paired with some charcuterie has been a hit with my family! I swear people are always going back for seconds of the appetizers more than the dinner itself! You just can’t resist each flavorful, juicy bite of these olives. Make them for your next get-together! I assure you- they’ll be a hit.

Everything You Need for Marinated Olives

This recipe starts with high-quality olives. From there, it’s just about pulling spices out of your cabinet and seasoning to perfection! I love that this recipe uses such simple ingredients. It makes my life a little easier!

Olives: I used a blend of Kalamata, black olives, and green olives. Not only is this a nice mix of color, but flavor, too! You get the perfect mix of tangy, salty, and meaty.
Olive Oil: A full-bodied olive oil is going to give your olives the best flavor. I always opt for a robust extra virgin olive oil for marinades.
Lemon Juice: Fresh lemon juice is best! I use the juice of half a lemon here. Then you can use the peel for extra flavor!
Rosemary: Rosemary is hands-down my favorite herb. It’s so aromatic and earthy!
Garlic Cloves: Adding cloves of garlic to your marinade is going to infuse the perfect savory flavor.
Thyme: Thyme adds a zesty, earthy flavor that pairs super well with olives. You’ll love it!
Crushed Red Pepper: For a little heat! You can adjust how much of this you want in your marinade.
Pepper: Cracked pepper makes everything better! I’ve been loving a mix of white and black pepper for more complex flavor.
Lemon Peel: Save your peels! If you add lemon peel to your marinade, it will infuse an amazing citrus flavor! It helps to balance out the saltiness and spice.

Let’s Make Some Tasty Marinated Olives!

This crowd-pleasing appetizer is honestly one of the easiest things you can make. Only a few minutes of preparation is needed! The end result is so fresh and flavorful! Keep in mind: these olives require at least a day to marinate. And the more time the better! The longer you let your olives sit, the more flavorful they will be!

Combine Olives and Seasonings: In a medium sized bowl, combine the olives, oil, lemon, rosemary, garlic, thyme, crushed red pepper, black pepper, and lemon peel.
Add to Jar and Refrigerate: To finish up, put the olives in a jar and seal. Refrigerate for 1-2 days before serving. Your olives will last for 1-2 weeks.

What Should I Serve Marinated Olives With?

These juicy, flavorful olives will pair well with just about anything, but I particularly like serving them alongside other Greek dishes! Serve them up with chicken, meatballs, salads, and more! Marinated olives are also a great addition to other finger foods like hummus, fruit, and cheese.

Dinner

Easy Greek Lemon Chicken

Dressings, Sauces, and Dips

The BEST Hummus I Have Ever Had!

Dinner

Greek Meatballs (Keftedes)

Salads

Greek Salad with the BEST Dressing

Storing Leftover Olives

Marinated olives are the perfect thing to make in advance or give as a gift! Because of their longer shelf life, they’re a snack that can be enjoyed again and again! Also, since the seasonings infuse the longer they sit, your olives will taste even better as time goes by!

In the Refrigerator: Your olives need to be kept in the fridge to keep from spoiling. In a properly sealed jar, they will last for up to 2 weeks.

Mixing olives with herbs, lemon, and spices.

Making the Best Marinated Olives

This recipe is as straightforward as it gets, but here are a few more tips and tricks to help you get the most delicious olives possible! It’s the kind of snack your friends and family will go crazy over.

Rest Before Serving: Letting your marinated olives rest in the fridge is super important. This is definitely not the recipe to make same-day. The olive oil, herbs, and seasonings need time to seep into the olives and make them more flavorful!
Adding Spice: When adding in your crushed red pepper, keep in mind that a little goes a long way. I would start small and add more as needed. The longer your olives marinate in the pepper, the spicier they will be.
Oil is Solidifying: Sometimes, when you let your olives rest in the fridge, the oil mixture will harden. This is completely normal! If you take your jar out and let it sit at room temperature, it will go back to its liquid form.
Adding Wine or Liqueur: You can add a splash of your favorite wine or liqueur to your mixture for a little added flavor. Some additions I’ve seen are Chardonnay and Pastis.
Leftover Marinade: So, you’ve eaten all of your olives. Don’t throw away the olive oil mixture! It’s filled with so much incredible flavor! You can use leftover marinade as a tasty dipping oil for crostini or bruschetta.

A jar of olives in marinade. Skewering 3 on a fork.

Marinated Olives

Marinated olives is a fancy appetizer that comes together with little effort and inexpensive ingredients! Meaty, flavorful olives are layered with fresh herbs, spices, and olive oil for an experience your taste buds will absolutely love!

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Italian American

Keyword marinated olives

Prep Time 10 minutes

Total Time 10 minutes

Servings people

Calories 392kcal

Author Alyssa Rivers