Jan 19

Instant Pot Short Ribs

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I don’t actually own an instant pot, but over NYE/New Year’s, I was hanging out with my friend and we decided to make short ribs! We went to Foragers Market at Dekalb to get a couple pounds of short ribs.

Instant Pot Short Ribs | @fairyburger

We used a stout since we happened to have that on hand, but you can also use red wine or coke for this!

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Also pictured in here = sauteed spinach, roasted potatoes, and Chili Roasted Brussels Sprouts. The recipe for the latter will probably appear next week! :P

Instant Pot Short Ribs | @fairyburger

Instant Pot Short Ribs

Instant Pot Short Ribs | @fairyburger

Instant Pot Short Ribs | fairyburger.com
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Instant Pot Short Ribs

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 3 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Instant Pot

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups stout
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1-2 tsp basil
  • 2 tbsp ketchup*
  • 2 tbsp worcestershire sauce
  • kosher salt to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 red onion chopped
  • 4 medium-sized carrots chopped
  • 4-5 lbs short ribs
  • 2-3 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Instructions

  • Preheat the Instant Pot to the "Saute" option.
  • Season short ribs with kosher salt and pepper.
  • Place them in one layer in the pot and let them sear (~7-8 minutes).
  • As the meat sears, chop the onions and carrots. After 7-8 minutes have passed, flip to the other side and let sear for ~4-5 minutes.
  • Once meat is nicely browned, transfer to a plate and decreasee heat to medium.
  • If your pot has >1 tbsp oil accumulated from the meat, pour it out. Otherwise, add onion, carrots, garlic, spices/herbs and let it cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-6 minutes until softened. Season with salt + pepper, to taste.
  • Add stout and place the short ribs back into the pot.
  • Seal the Instant Pot, ensuring that the venting switch is set to the "Sealing" position. Then press the "Stew" option and set manual time to 35 minutes on high pressure.
  • When the timer beeps, allow it to go into "Keep Warm" setting for 15 minutes, then switch the venting tab to the "Venting" position and when the steam has been released, carefully remove the lid of the pot.
  • Remove the meat and veggies and transfer to a plate.
  • Try to skim most of the fat from the sauce off with a spoon.** Add balsamic vinegar and turn it back to the "Saute" option. Allow it to boil until it reaches a glaze-like consistency. Pour the glaze over the short ribs and serve!

Notes

  • *Can use tomato paste instead of ketchup (less sugar!)
  • **(The key is to remove the meat/veggies and let the leftover liquid sit for a little bit so that the fat can separate. Then take out as much of the fat as you can and add ~2 tbsp balsamic vinegar!)
    As it burns off + as steam escapes from the liquid, the sauce may still look/feel very liquidy, but if you let it sit for a little bit, it will thicken. Keep tasting to make sure herbs/spices are at appropriate levels and that it's not too bitter/acidic.

 

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My thoughts on the Instant Pot? I know people are loving it, but truth be told, I’d probably rather use my trusty slow cooker. Although it would’ve taken longer, I think it would’ve made it even more tender. *-* But it was cool to try out the Instant Pot for the first time! :]! Searing it in a separate pan + deglazing it and then transferring it in would probably have made it even better too (but again, would’ve taken more time–we were hungry)!

End-of-Week-ish Recap!

  • Have you tried using the Instant Pot? Are you Team Slow Cooker or Instant Pot?!
  • What’s your favorite kitchen appliance?
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  1. omg this looks soooooo good! I wonder if we have instant pots over here…
    Renée recently posted…Week 2-18 Fonzie’s Birthday WeekMy Profile

    1. If not, I feel like a slow cooker would do the job as well! (Just not as quickly!)
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  2. I think I need an Instant Pot! What a great recipe.

    1. I loved how quickly it made our meal! :D!
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  3. I’m really thinking I need to invest in an instant pot – can’t believe these are read so quickly!

    1. It’s definitely an awesome investment if you need things done quickly! I just have my slow cooker, but it was cool to be able to try the Instant Pot out! :]!
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  4. This dish looks like the perfect satisfying balanced meal! Instant pots make everything so much easier.
    Abbey Sharp recently posted…Vegan Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl | Gluten Free, Paleo BreakfastMy Profile

    1. I definitely loved how fast it was! :O!
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  5. I’m one of the “chosen few” who do not have an Instapot (yet), but I love my slow cooker. I saw your suggestion where you thought the meat would be more tender in the slow cooker, so I’m going that route ;-) Great recipe!!

    1. haha, I’m with you! I don’t have one (yet[?]) either because I have zero counterspace left for more kitchen contraptions, but it was cool to get to try using this! I’m more well-versed with my slow cooker though! :P
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  6. Mmmmm I love the colors on that plate! Looks perfect for a cold-winter dinner. I have no intention of buying an Instant Pot despite all the buzz. Good to know you think this dish would be equal or even better if done in a slow cooker. That I have!
    Marcia recently posted…NOW Foods Favorite Things GiveawayMy Profile

    1. hehehe, yeah! I don’t think I’ll be buying an Instant Pot anytime soon–I’m hoping my slow cooker will last me forever! ;P
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  7. This looks really good and *almost* makes me what to consider an Instant Pot. I really don’t know much about them, though.
    Clarinda recently posted…How to Make the Best Creamy Artichoke Pasta SaladMy Profile

    1. hehe, I’m glad I got to try out using one, but I’ll probably just be stickin’ with my trusty ol’ slow cooker! <3
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  8. I absolutely love short ribs and the instant pot makes them much easier! Great looking recipe

    1. Thanks, Brynn! <3!
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  9. This looks amazing! I will have to try it, I got an Instant Pot for Christmas and am still figuring out what to make in it.

    1. Oo, that’s awesome! I hope you like this! :]!!

  10. I need an Instant Pot!!! These look amazing! I can’t remember the last time I had short ribs.
    Jennifer @ Fit Nana recently posted…Peanut Butter Banana Oat BarsMy Profile

    1. I haven’t had short ribs in ages too! *-*
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  11. This looks really amazing. You should TOTALLY own an Instant Pot, girl!
    Rachel recently posted…Winter Fitness: Cycling, Burpees, and More!My Profile

    1. Aww, thanks, Rachel! I’m trying to stop myself from getting too many kitchen contraptions! x_x
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  12. I haven’t jumped on the insta-pot wagon, but I think I would if my kids were still at home.
    Coco recently posted…Skiing In Park CityMy Profile

    1. I probably wont be jumping onto it either, but it does seem to be a pretty convenient contraption to have around!
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  13. I’m salivating right now! Wow, that looks good.
    Wendy recently posted…Book Review: The End of the World Running ClubMy Profile

    1. Thanks, Wendy! :D It was super tasty!
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  14. Oh my gosh this looks so good. I don’t have an instant pot, but do love my slow cooker – I’ll have to give this a shot!
    Michelle @ Running with Attitude recently posted…Five Tips for Winter HydrationMy Profile

    1. Yay! Yeah, my slow cooker is one of my favorite kitchen contraptions!
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  15. I use my Instant Pot to cook dried beans (and recipes with dried beans) all the time. I’ve used the Instant Pot slow cooker function a few times, but I have a hard time remembering to put things in to slow cook before I walk out the door in the morning, so I prefer being able to pressure cook when I get home :P

    I also use the rice function on the IP quite a bit (I’ve never used an actual rice cooker, but think it’s supposed to be similar?), and I’ve made yogurt in it a few times. My mom makes hard boiled eggs in the IP and they’re way better than stovetop ones, but I have yet to try it myself.
    Hannah recently posted…The somewhat productive return: week in reviewMy Profile

    1. That’s really cool! I’ve been meaning to try to make beans in my slow cooker for the longest time, but haven’t quite gotten around to it yet, hehe.

      That’s awesome that you’ve made yogurt in it too! :O I didn’t even know it had so many functions, haha. :P I do have a rice cooker that I use regularly though! :]
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  16. Well that just looks dreamy! Save me some!
    Sara recently posted…Spatzle That Tastes Darn GoodMy Profile

    1. It didn’t last very long–will definitely have to make it again at some point! *-*!!
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  17. That looks really good and I’m excited about the brussel sprout recipe next week! I love my Instant Pot.
    Summer Price recently posted…Healthy Quinoa Chili: You’ll Never Know It’s VegetarianMy Profile

    1. Yay! I hope you like the upcoming recipe! They were really tasty too! :D
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  18. Wow this instant pot recipe looks delicious! I have an instant pot so I am gonna try this recipe. Thanks for sharing!
    Daisy recently posted…Best Electric Skillets for 2018 – Reviews and GuideMy Profile

    1. Yay! I hope you like this! :]!

  19. I’m not a meat eater but this looks amazing. My husband would love to see something like this come onto his plate. LOL! Great job!
    Mikki recently posted…5 Ways To Do Laundry Without Chemicals – That Actually WorkMy Profile

    1. hehehe, thanks so much, Mikki! :]!!
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  20. I’m actually making something similar to this for dinner tonight …except I don’t have an insta pot! :( Looks delish!
    Annmarie recently posted…Super Easy Mini Mocha Recovery Muffins {Paleo, Dairy Free}My Profile

    1. Awesome! I’m debating eating a second dinner right now–I’ve been perpetually hungry all day! x_x

  21. This looks absolutely fabulous. So delicious and flavorful. I’m seriously drooling here heheh :) I need to make this for my family.

    1. Thanks so much, Natalie! :D I hope your family loves it too! <3

  22. This looks SOOOOOO GOOD! I can’t wait to try it! I need an Instant Pot Stat!

    1. Yay!! I hope you get one soon + get to try this out! :]!

  23. I have yet to get on board with the instapot craze, but these look pretty delicious :)
    Thanks for sharing your delicious recipe!

    1. haha, me too! I’m glad I got to check it out at my friend’s place now! I’m trying to save money though, so prooobably not gonna jump on this train! :P

  24. These sound fabulous! I love my Instant Pot, but I probably use the crock pot setting on it about as often as I use the pressure cooker setting LOL.
    MCM Mama Runs recently posted…5 Fitness Items on my Wish ListMy Profile

    1. hahaha, crockpots are lovely! <3 I need to break mine out to do some meal prepping for the week!

  25. I’m definitely a fan of stout in recipes, I’m sure it gives this recipe a depth of flavor. With the addition of the spinach and Brussels sprouts to the dinner you have all your nutritional bases covered.
    Mary recently posted…Vegan Broccoli SaladMy Profile

    1. Yes indeed! :] We were trying to go for a balanced meal to end 2017! :P

  26. Oh this looks sooooo good! I need an instant pot!!
    Kristy from Southern In Law recently posted…Recent Things: That Time Jesse Woke Up in a SpaceshipMy Profile

    1. hehehe, I don’t think my kitchen can handle another contraption, so I’ll be sticking with my crockpot for now–maybe someday though!! *-*

  27. I’ve had an instant pot on my Amazon wish list for awhile now. I might need to start dropping some more serious hints to family members before my birthday in March.
    Kathryn @ Dancing to Running recently posted…Five Health and Fitness Must HavesMy Profile

    1. hehehe, I hope you get one for your birthday! <3!!

  28. Great ribs recipe!
    I’m now gonna try to make some before my GF gets home (I’m in the dog house for forgetting our anniversary!!!) Hopefully this recipe will do the trick.
    Keep up the great work!
    Matt recently posted…Instant Pot or Crock Pot…..Who makes the best slow cookers for your grub???My Profile

    1. Thanks! + hooray! I hope she enjoys it and that you get outta that doghouse!

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