Instant Pot Shredded Flank Steak

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This Instant Pot flank steak recipe proves that it's easy to make a tough cut of beef flank tender and flavorful. Serve it over crusty buns or mashed potatoes — either way, enjoy!

Submitted by Bren
Updated on November 20, 2024
close up view of Shredded Flank Steak and mashed potatoes in a bowl
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr
Additional Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 40 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1 (1 1/4 pound) flank steak, cut into 8 pieces

  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil

  • 1 (8 ounce) package cremini mushrooms, roughly chopped

  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped

  • 2 large cloves garlic, grated

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

  • ¼ cup dry red wine

  • 1 ½ cups beef broth

  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

  • ¾ teaspoon salt, or to taste

  • freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • ¼ cup water

  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Directions

  1. Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select the Sauté function. Working in batches, sauté steak until browned but not cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.

  2. Heat avocado oil in the pot. Add mushrooms and onion; sauté until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and thyme; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in wine; cook and stir until almost evaporated, about 2 minutes.

  3. Add broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper; bring to a simmer. Add steak and turn to coat with the broth mixture. Select the Meat option, close and lock the lid, and set the timer for 20 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.

  4. Release the pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, at least 20 minutes. Transfer steak to a plate.

  5. Stir water and flour together in a small bowl to make a slurry. Select the Sauté option and slowly add the slurry to the broth mixture in the pot. Cook until liquid thickens, 3 to 5 minutes.

  6. Pull steak apart into shreds using two forks. Return shredded steak to the pot and mix with the liquid.

Recipe Tip

Any tough, lean cut of beef will work in place of flank steak. You can use olive oil instead of avocado oil.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

264 Calories
13g Fat
11g Carbs
22g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 264
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13g 17%
Saturated Fat 3g 17%
Cholesterol 31mg 10%
Sodium 831mg 36%
Total Carbohydrate 11g 4%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 22g 43%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 43mg 3%
Iron 3mg 16%
Potassium 364mg 8%

* 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.