Tips From The Betty Crocker Kitchens
- tip 1 If desired, cut the beef into bite-size pieces, discarding fat and cartilage if necessary. Return beef to the mixture in the insert and serve.
- tip 2 Leftover beef from this Instant Pot® roast recipe makes a great sandwich, especially with a creamy horseradish spread.
- tip 3 Be sure to stir in the cornstarch mixture gently since the vegetables will be very tender.
- tip 4 Wondering what to do with your pressure cooker roast leftovers? Try our recipe for Roast Beef Sandwiches with Caramelized Onions, It’s the perfect lunch follow-up.
- tip 5 You can also enjoy any leftovers from this Instant Pot® beef roast recipe as a delicious Pot Roast Casserole with a clever shortcut using Betty Crocker Au Gratin Potatoes.
Why Do You Qpr When Cooking The Roast Won’t That Make It Tough
- Multiple Cook Times. Since we are cooking the beef pot roast a second time when we add the veggies to the Instant Pot, it will still come out super tender.
- Overcooking. I use QPR for the first cooking cycle because NPR allows the ingredients to cook for longer in the residual heat. If I were to use NPR for both cooking cycles, the meat would get overcooked from all the residual heat.
- Hybrid Release. I like to use both QPR and NPR for recipes that are cooked in multiple cycles so that meats don’t get overcooked. You simply use QPR after the first cycle where you cook the meat and then NPR after cooking the meat with the veggies. I use this same technique with my Pressure Cooker Beef Stew.
What Beef To Use For Pot Roast:
Most commonly used cut of beef for the pot roast is beef chuck. Its best to use tougher meats that are lean and have a lot of connective tissue because the cooking method transforms this tough cut into delicious, tender, meat that fall apart as you touch it.
Beef chuck roast: chuck is a large cut of beef that comes from the shoulder, neck, and some rib area. This cut is very lean and has a lot of connective tissue and muscle that gets exercised a lot. Its a tough cut but very flavorful and perfect for braising.
Bottom round or rump roast: this cut comes from the rear area, towards the bottom. Bottom round is generally divided into rump roast and bottom round roast cuts. These two cuts are tougher than the top round and better to use in stews and slower cooking. Bottom round is quite flavorful though and would be my second choice for pot roast.
Brisket: this cut comes from chest area and is another lean and tough cut. it is essentially two muscles that overlap and you can buy a whole brisket or just the flat. Either way, slow cooking is the way to go with this meat. If using a brisket for pot roast, make sure to NOT pull cooked meat but slice against the grain instead.
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Is Pot Roast Low Carb
On it’s own, pot roast is a low carb meal, since it’s just a slow cooked beef roast. This recipe includes potatoes and a thick and silky gravy, which makes the recipe a bit high in carbs due to the starch needed to thicken it.
If you’d like to reduce the amount of carbs in this Instant Pot Pot Roast, you should not include the potatoes. You can also either skip the gravy, use keto gravy, or enjoy the broth without thickening it, like an au jus.
More Instant Pot Recipes
- Our Favorite Bone Broth is made in a pressure cooker. Think of bone broth as a more intense, velvety broth. It can be used in recipes calling for stock or broth, but also doubles as a delicious and comforting soup to enjoy by itself.
- Easy Instant Pot Salsa Verde Chicken is perfect for serving with rice, cooked grains or in tortillas.
- Our Ultimate Pulled Pork is amazing when made in a pressure cooker. See our tips as well as how to make it in a slow cooker.
- These Instant Pot Eggs could not be simpler! If you are looking for a 100% foolproof method for how to cook hard or soft boiled eggs, this is it.
- I love making Homemade Applesauce in my pressure cooker! So easy.
For more beef recipes, take a look at our classic chili recipe made with ground beef and beans or these shredded beef tacos.
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Ingredients For Pot Roast
Beef Chuck roast is our first choice for flavor and becoming really tender. Other good choices include sirloin or even a shoulder round.
If youd prefer, pork butt roast can be substituted .
Potatoes Baby potatoes work the best in this recipe, they are creamy and their skins help them hold together. Red or yellow potatoes can be chopped as well.l Russet potatoes will work but tend to fall apart a bit .
Gravy A tasty gravy is made from the juices. Thicken with either cornstarch or flour and serve over the beef for an elegant presentation .
You can add additional seasonings like onion powder, garlic powder, a dash of Worcestershire sauce, or herbs like fresh thyme or bay leaf to the mixture before cooking.
Instant Pot Tips
- Be sure to cut the beef into large chunks. This allows it to cook evenly to tender perfection.
- After cooking the onions, scrape any brown bits off the bottom of the pot to avoid the burn notice.
How To Cook A Roast In The Instant Pot
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How To Make A Pot Roast In Your Pressure Cooker
- Cut. Cut the beef chuck roast into several pieces, each the size of your palm. Place the beef into the Instant Pot.
- Add. Mix together the beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire Sauce, dried Rosemary, dried thyme, salt and pepper. Then add the onions to the mixture.
- Cook. Pour sauce on chuck roast. Close the lid and pressure cook on HIGH pressure for 15 minutes. Immediately release all pressure.
- Veggies. Add potatoes, cut up carrots or baby carrots, onions, celery, and mushrooms.
- Finish. Close the lid and cook on high pressure 4 minutes. Allow the pot to rest undisturbed for 10 minutes. Then, release all remaining pressure. Remove beef chuck and shred.
- Serve. Place on a serving dish. Arrange all the vegetables around the meat. Serve the pot liquid as a sauce or au jus gravy on the side.
- Optional: You can make a cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce, but you may not need to.
Make Gravy & Serve Instant Pot Roast
Taste the sauce one last time and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Mix 1 ½ tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water, then mix it into the yummy pot roast gravy one third at a time until desired thickness.
Then, slice the pot roast against the grain. High five your family!
Serve this Easy Instant Pot Umami Pot Roast and Potatoes with Gravy, and enjoy this umami filled dish youve just cooked!
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What If My Pot Roast Is Tough
If after cooking the pot roast, it is still tough, all you need to do is cook it longer. If the beef is still tough, it just needs more time for the braise to do its magic and break down the connective tissues in the beef.
Since we are using a pressure cooker, if after our suggested cook time, the beef is not as tender as youd like, you will need to place the lid back onto the pot, seal it, and then cook at high pressure for additional time .
Instant Pot Beef Bourguignon
You know how people buy treadmills and then joke that they are only there as decoration or as something to hold clothes on in your room? I am kind of starting to hear something similar about Instant Pots, which I cant even believe. My Instant Pot is one of my favorite kitchen appliances and I almost cant wait to try a new recipe in it. Even if it sits for more than a week, I start to look at it longingly and think up new recipes for the lonely little guy.
It might not sound very romantic but thats how I came upon this recipe for Instant Pot Beef Bourguignon. Even though you might take one glance at the ingredients and the time but its well worth all of it. Plus, a typical bourguignon recipe takes at four hours from start to finish. There just arent many more shortcuts you can take or ingredients you can eliminate and still get this classic beef dish. Trust me, Ive tried them all.
The other reason for this dish is that, while my whole family loves chicken, sometimes we just crave a nice cut of beef. I wanted something with a hearty depth of flavor, a really meaty, filling, comforting dish. I have made this in the past the classic way and it just takes too much time. So, here we are! Im not sure what Julia Child would say about this recipe, but I feel as though shed applaud its ability to be quick and just as delicious as the original.
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How To Make The Best Pot Roast Gravy
- After removing the pot roast and vegetables from the Instant Pot, set it to sauté and add ½ cup of water to the concentrated cooking liquid in the bottom of the pot. Taste and if needed, add additional water to dilute as desired.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the water and cornstarch and whisk the slurry into the cooking liquid. Then, simmer the gravy for about 5 minutes, or until it is thickened to your liking.
If the gravy is not as thick as youd like after simmering, mix together an additional 1 tablespoon water with 1 tablespoon cornstarch and whisk it in to the gravy to thicken it further.
How To Cook Pot Roast In Instant Pot
Answer
Instant pot is a great appliance for cooking pot roast. It is very easy to use and has many features that make it a great choice for pot roast cooks. You can easily cook your pot roast in the Instant Pot using some of the tips below.Instant pot pot roast recipes are some of the most popular and simple to make in the Instant pot cooking category.
This easy to follow recipe for pot roast will give you a delicious, fall-inspired dish that is sure to please any diner. The best part about instant pot pot roast recipes is that they are typically very healthy and can be made in a hurry with just a few simple ingredients.
So, if youre looking for an easy meal that will satisfy your hunger, then start cooking up some Instant Pot pot roast today!
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How To Make Instant Pot Pot Roast
Here is an overview of the recipe steps. If you are new to using an Instant Pot, you might find my guide on How to Use an Instant Pot helpful.
Why We Love The Instant Pot
- Pot roast is a favorite, but it needs to cook for a long time. Pressure cook for a meal that needs less time than the oven and comes out just as tender and delicious!
- A whole meal is made in just one pot, in just one hour with vegetables, potatoes, gravy, and meat.
- Use an economical cut of beef to achieve tender and juicy chunks of fork-tender meat!
No Instant Pot? No Problem!
If you dont have an Instant Pot, follow our Perfect Pot Roast to cook in the oven or in the slow cooker on low for 8-10 hours.
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How Do You Make Beef So Soft And Tender
There are many ways to make beef so soft and tender. One way is to use a low-fat, low-sodium beef broth. Another way is to cook the beef in a pan with butter, garlic, and onion.
The third way is to brown the beef and then add olive oil. The fourth way is to dry out the beef by heating it on high heat in a dryer for 20 minutes. The fifth way is to put the beef into a baking dish and bake it for 30 minutes.
Instant Pot Beef Roast Faqs
How long does it take to cook roast beef in an Instant Pot?
You will need to cook for 20 minutes per pound. Depending on the size of your roast, you can adjust accordingly! For this recipe, I use a 3 pound roast and recommend cooking it for 60 minutes.
Can I use frozen chuck roast in an Instant Pot?
You can use a frozen chuck roast to make Instant Pot Pot Roast. Simply add about 20-30 minutes to your pressure cooking time if cooking a frozen roast. There is no need to sear it first just rub the seasoning on the frozen roast and pressure cook as instructed. You can reverse sear the roast after it’s done following the same instructions as our Instant Pot Prime Rib.
Can you overcook roast beef in an Instant Pot?
If you follow the recipe directions and use your Instant Pot correctly, you should have a tender roast each time. Make sure to cook for approximately 20 minutes per pound, and if you aren’t certain whether your roast is done or not, check it with a meat thermometer before you take it out of the Instant Pot.
How do you thicken the drippings of pot roast?
You can make the beef gravy right in the Instant Pot while the pot roast rests using a cornstarch slurry. This is one of the best ways to thicken a sauce. Simply mix equal parts water and cornstarch until it forms a paste, then add it to the drippings and mix together. This will thicken the drippings into a gravy.
How long does roast beef last after it is cooked?
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Instant Pot Roast Beef Recipe
Is there anything more comforting than a pot roast? Not only is it the ultimate trip down memory lane, but nothing else is as cozy and warm as a beautiful, shred-with-a-fork roast. My Instant Pot recipe uses simple, budget-friendly ingredients. It’s perfect for serving your family or entertaining guests!
This easy pot roast recipe saves time and keeps you from having your oven on for half the day. Instead, you only need just over an hourto complete the dish, and I guarantee your meat will come out as juicy and tender as if it were in the oven all day!
I had no idea a roast beef recipe could be this quick and easy to make. The flavors in this recipe are amazing.
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