Ingredients and Weight:
- Beef stew meat: 1 pound (454g)
- Carrots: 2 medium, sliced (about 150g)
- Celery: 2 stalks, chopped (about 100g)
- Onion: 1 large, chopped (about 200g)
- Garlic: 5 cloves, minced
- Beef broth: 4 cups (960ml)
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Bay leaves: 2-3
- Fresh herbs of choice (optional): such as thyme, rosemary, etc.
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 90 minutes (including pressure-building time)
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Set Instant Pot to "Sauté" mode and brown the beef meat on all sides.
- Add the chopped onions and garlic and cook until the onions are softened.
- Pour in the beef broth and add the bay leaves and fresh herbs.
- Add the carrots and celery, season with salt and pepper.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to "Sealing," and cook on "Manual" or "Pressure Cook" mode for 60 minutes.
- Allow pressure to release naturally for 15 minutes before doing a quick release.
- Open the pot and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot with your choice of side dish or bread.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)
Calories: Approx. 300-400 calories (depending on seasoning and portion size)
Fat: 15-20g
Carbs: 25-35g
Protein: 30-40g
(Note: Nutritional values may vary based on specific ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- Beef is tender and full of flavor from the long cooking time.
- Vegetables absorb the beefy goodness, making them equally delicious.
- Hearty and comforting, perfect for colder weather or as a meal pre-prep for busy days.
User Comments:
- "The flavors were spot on! The beef was so tender." - John Doe
- "Great recipe for using my Instant Pot! The soup was really comforting." - Jane Smith
- "Added some potatoes for a thicker soup texture - it was a hit with my family." - Mark Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to brown the beef meat before adding the other ingredients to enhance flavor.
- Adjust seasoning according to your preference and taste as each person may have different tastes for salt and pepper.
- This dish is easily adaptable - you can add other root vegetables like potatoes or even other meats like chicken if desired.
