Are you craving a mouthwatering dish that effortlessly combines savory and sweet flavors, all while requiring minimal effort in the kitchen? Look no further than the delectable world of Instant Pot Korean Beef cooked to perfection in the pressure cooker we all love. This culinary masterpiece will not only satisfy your taste buds but also streamline your cooking process, making it an ideal recipe for both busy weeknights and weekend indulgences.

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With a house full of hungry males, I am always looking for different meals that are easy to make and don’t take all day to cook. I was pretty intimidated by the thought of cooking beef in the Instant Pot, but it is so easy, quick, and the end result is so tender and delicious! Add Instant Pot Korean Beef to your menu this week! It takes less than an hour to cook, and you can prepare the rice and stir fried veggies while the beef cooks.

The Instant Pot Advantage

One of the greatest assets of the Instant Pot is its ability to transform tough cuts of meat into succulent, flavorful bites in a fraction of the time traditional methods would require. Korean Beef, known for its tender and juicy texture, benefits immensely from the magic of pressure cooking. The Instant Pot ensures that the meat absorbs the rich Korean-inspired marinade, resulting in a dish that’s bursting with bold flavors.

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Indulging in the savory and succulent delight of Korean Beef has never been easier, thanks to the Instant Pot. With minimal effort and time, you can elevate your dinner game and treat yourself to a flavorful experience that’s sure to become a household favorite. So, why not embrace the ease of the Instant Pot and savor the bold taste of this meal tonight? Your taste buds will thank you!

Instant Pot Korean Beef

Yield: 6 people

Add Instant Pot Korean Beef to your menu this week! It takes less than an hour to cook, and you can prepare the rice and stir fried veggies while the beef cooks.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon avocado oil
½ cup diced onion
1 2-3 lbs chuck roast
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoon Gochujang*
¾ cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon lemon juice
salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Korean Beef

Set Instant Pot to sauté for 10 minutes and allow to preheat.
Pat beef dry and salt all sides.
Add avocado oil to Instant Pot and cook beef on each side until browned, or about 1 minute on each side.
Remove meat and coat top with 1 tablespoon Gochujang. Set aside.
Add onion to pot and sauté, stirring occasionally, until onion starts to turn translucent, around 3 minutes.
Add garlic and stir for another 30 seconds.
Add beef, lemon juice, and ½ cup soy sauce and cook for 40 minutes on manual setting, then manually release steam.
Serve with steamed rice or instant pot fried rice and stir-fried vegetables and top with Gochujang sauce.