Instant Pot® Stew Using Frozen Meat

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Have you ever planned on making stew for dinner but forgot to take the meat out of the freezer? This happens to me all the time so I developed this beef stew recipe using frozen meat.

Submitted by Bren
Updated on September 11, 2022
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 25 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 45 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil

  • 1 large onion, finely diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped

  • ¼ cup dry red wine

  • 2 cups beef broth

  • 1 teaspoon thyme

  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1 bay leaf

  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste

  • 2 (1 pound) packages cubed beef stew meat, frozen

  • 5 large baking potato, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces

  • 6 medium carrots, sliced

  • 3 celery ribs, sliced

  • 2 tablespoons water

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Directions

  1. Turn on a multi-cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Heat oil for 1 minute. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion begins to soften, about 5 minutes. Pour in red wine and continue cooking until wine has reduced by 1/2, about 3 minutes. Add beef broth, thyme, parsley, oregano, bay leaf, salt, and pepper; stir to combine. Add tomato paste and stir. Place frozen meat on top. Add potatoes, carrots, and celery.

  2. Close and lock the lid. Close the vent. Select Meat/Stew button according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 45 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

  3. Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Carefully move the vent to release remaining pressure using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes.

  4. Unlock and remove the lid. Mix water and cornstarch in a small bowl and slowly pour into the pot. Select the Saute function and cook until slightly thickened, 3 to 5 minutes.

45 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

611 Calories
24g Fat
66g Carbs
33g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 611
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24g 30%
Saturated Fat 9g 43%
Cholesterol 84mg 28%
Sodium 810mg 35%
Total Carbohydrate 66g 24%
Dietary Fiber 10g 34%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 33g 66%
Vitamin C 68mg 76%
Calcium 101mg 8%
Iron 6mg 33%
Potassium 1976mg 42%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.