Instant Pot Beef Ragu
Instant Pot Beef Ragu is a hearty, mouthwatering dish that brings the flavors of Italian comfort food to your table in just one hour. Tender beef chuck roast simmers in a rich sauce, infused with aromatic vegetables and a splash of red wine, making it perfect over creamy polenta or fresh pasta. This recipe captures the essence of home-cooked meals while offering the convenience of modern cooking methods. Gather your loved ones and enjoy a delightful dining experience with this scrumptious ragu that warms both heart and soul.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cubed
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1/2 cup dry red wine
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Select the sauté function on your Instant Pot. Heat olive oil and sauté onions and carrots for about 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add cubed beef chuck roast to the pot; season with salt and pepper. Brown the beef on all sides for 8-10 minutes.
- Pour in red wine and deglaze the pot by scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 3 minutes.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and beef broth; mix well and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Seal the Instant Pot lid and set to high pressure for 40 minutes; allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes before quick release.
- Open the lid, stir the ragu, and serve over creamy polenta or pasta, garnished with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 90mg