Instant Pot Beef And Broccoli

March 31, 2023 Post a Comment

Description

Beef and broccoli is one of the most popular Chinese takeout dishes. It's a combination of beef and broccoli in a savory brown sauce. But instead of ordering takeout, why not make your own beef and broccoli in an Instant Pot? This Instant Pot beef and broccoli recipe is easy to make and comes out perfect every time. The beef is cooked until it's tender, and the broccoli is cooked just right. Plus, the flavorful brown sauce is made right in the Instant Pot.

Prep Time

This Instant Pot beef and broccoli takes about 10 minutes to prepare. You'll need to cut the beef into cubes, mince the garlic, and slice the onion. You'll also need to prepare the sauce ingredients, such as the soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil.

Cook Time

Once the beef and broccoli are prepped, you can cook them in the Instant Pot in about 10 minutes. The beef will be cooked until it's tender, and the broccoli will be cooked just right.

Ingredients

1 pound flank steak, cut into cubes
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ onion, sliced
3 cups broccoli florets
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons cornstarch
½ cup chicken broth

Instructions

1. Turn on the Instant Pot and press the “Saute” button. Add the beef cubes and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

2. Add the garlic, onion, and broccoli. Stir everything together.

3. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, cornstarch, and chicken broth. Pour the sauce over the beef and vegetables.

4. Cover the Instant Pot and make sure the valve is set to “Sealing”. Cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.

5. When the timer is done, turn off the Instant Pot and quick release the pressure.

6. Open the lid and stir everything together. Serve the beef and broccoli with cooked rice.

Equipment

You'll need an Instant Pot to make this beef and broccoli dish. An Instant Pot is a type of electric pressure cooker that is great for cooking food quickly. You can also use a slow cooker or stovetop pressure cooker to make this recipe.

Notes

This recipe is for beef and broccoli with a savory brown sauce. You can also make this recipe with chicken or pork instead of beef. Just make sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.

Nutrition: Per Serving

Calories: 254, Fat: 9g, Carbohydrates: 17g, Protein: 25g

Recipe Tips

This Instant Pot beef and broccoli is a great way to get dinner on the table in no time. You can also make this dish ahead of time and reheat it when you're ready to eat. For extra flavor, add some red pepper flakes or ginger to the sauce. You can also use fresh broccoli instead of frozen. Just make sure to add a few minutes to the cooking time.