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Instant Pot Steak: Perfect Tender Beef in Minutes

Achieve restaurant-quality tender beef in under 30 minutes using an Instant Pot for juicy, flavorful results. This quick pressure-cooker method works with various cuts and seasonings, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Course: Instant pot
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320kcal
Author: Eva Stoner

Ingredients

  • 4 (6-ounce) beef tenderloin or sirloin steaks
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion, halved
  • 3 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 cup beef broth (low-sodium)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (alcohol-free)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Pat steaks dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet or stainless steel sauté insert on the Instant Pot's normal setting for 1 minute
  • Dry-sauté steaks for 1-2 minutes per side to develop crust (optional but recommended)
  • Place onion halves and garlic in the Instant Pot base
  • Add 1/2 cup water or beef broth to the bottom
  • Place a trivet in the pot, arrange steaks on top, and pour Worcestershire sauce over
  • Seal the lid, set to high pressure and cook for 12 minutes
  • Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then quick release remaining steam
  • Rest steaks 5 minutes before slicing

Notes

Any cut with connective tissue (like chuck or round) benefits from pressure cooking
Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking
Add root vegetables (carrots/celery) near the end of cooking if using space
Letting pressure release naturally keeps steaks tenderliest
Alcohol-free Worcestershire sauce ensures compliance with halal/non-alcoholic requirements

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 350mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g