Best 2 Easy Instant Pot Beef And Broccoli Recipes

Looking to tantalize your taste buds with a simple yet flavorful dish? Look no further than our guide to crafting the perfect easy instant pot beef and broccoli. This Asian-inspired culinary delight offers a harmonious blend of tender beef, crisp-tender broccoli, and a savory sauce, all prepared with the convenience of your instant pot. With just a few pantry staples and fresh ingredients, you'll be indulging in this delectable meal in no time. So, grab your instant pot and let's embark on this culinary adventure together!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PRESSURE COOKER BEEF AND BROCCOLI

Pressure Cooker Beef and Broccoli image

This dish features tender, thin-sliced beef and broccoli in a rich sauce that is salty and sweet, with just a little heat from the red pepper flakes. It's better than take-out and comes together in about 30 minutes!

Provided by Barbara Schieving

Categories Beef

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, well trimmed and sliced into thin strips**
Fresh ground pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 cup beef broth
1/2 cup soy sauce*
1/3 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 pound broccoli florets, diced into bite-size pieces
3 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons cornstarch
Cooked rice, for serving
Toasted sesame seeds for garnish, optional

Steps:

Season the beef with pepper to taste. Put olive oil in the cooking pot and select Browning or Saute. When the oil begins to sizzle, quickly brown the meat in batches until all of the meat is browned-do not crowd the pot. (Usually, I'll only brown one side of the meat. You don't want to spend a lot of time browning.) Transfer the browned meat to a plate.
Add the chopped onion to the pot. Saute for 1 to 2 minutes, until it starts to soften. Add the garlic and saute for 1 minute more.
Stir in the beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
Add the browned beef and any accumulated juices. Lock the lid in place. Select High Pressure and set the cook time for 12 minutes.
While the beef is cooking, place broccoli in a microwave-safe bowl with 1/4 cup water. Microwave 3 to 4 minutes until broccoli is tender.
When the cook time ends, turn off the pressure cooker off. Use a quick pressure release. When the valve drops, carefully remove the lid.
In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water and stir until smooth. Select Simmer/Saute and add to the pressure cooking pot. Stir well to combine, and continue stirring until the sauce comes to a boil and thickens. Add the steamed broccoli.
Serve over hot, cooked rice and garnish with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452 calories, Carbohydrate 24 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 94 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 26 grams fat, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 33 grams protein, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Sodium 1401 milligrams sodium, Sugar 12 grams sugar, TransFat 1 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams unsaturated fat

EASY INSTANT POT BEEF AND BROCCOLI

EASY Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli image

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 1/2 pounds boneless chuck roast beef cut into cubes or strips
12 ounces broccoli florets (6-7 cups)
1 Tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup beef broth
1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup sweetener (brown sugar or honey)
1 Tablespoon corn starch

Steps:

Select the Sauté mode on the pressure cooker for medium heat and add canola oil. When the pot is hot, add garlic and sliced beef. Cook for a few minutes until browned, stirring frequently.
Add beef broth, soy sauce, and sweetener. Stir together to dissolve the sweetener. Turn off the sauté mode.
Secure and seal the lid. Cook for 15 minutes at high pressure.
While waiting for the pressure cooker, cook broccoli by microwaving for 3-4 minutes until tender.
When the pressure cooker is done, manually release pressure by carefully turning the release knob to its venting position.
Uncover the pressure cooker and remove about 1/4 cup of liquid. Mix it with corn starch in a small bowl until completely dissolved and smooth, and add it back to the pot.
Turn on the Sauté mode for medium heat. Let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes to thicken it a bit, stirring frequently. Turn off the Sauté mode.
Add cooked broccoli back to the pot and briefly stir to coat with the sauce. Serve immediately with a side such as cauliflower rice.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 2300 kcal, Fat 147 g, SaturatedFat 54 g, Cholesterol 483 mg, Sodium 5696 mg, Carbohydrate 102 g, Sugar 55 g, Protein 142 mg

Tips:

Tenderize the Beef: For extra tender beef, use a meat tenderizer or marinate the beef in a mixture of soy sauce, rice wine, and cornstarch for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
Use Fresh Vegetables: Fresh broccoli and carrots provide the best flavor and texture to this dish. Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
Make the Sauce in Advance: To save time, make the sauce while the beef and vegetables are cooking. This allows the flavors to meld and develop.
Adjust the Heat Level: To make the dish spicier, add more red pepper flakes or Sriracha sauce. For a milder flavor, reduce the amount of red pepper flakes or omit it altogether.
Serve Over Rice or Noodles: Beef and broccoli is traditionally served over steamed rice, but you can also serve it over noodles, such as ramen or rice noodles.

Conclusion:

This Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is packed with flavor. The beef is tender and juicy, the vegetables are crisp and colorful, and the sauce is savory and delicious. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced cook, you'll love how easy it is to make this delicious dish in your Instant Pot.