Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli is a quick, flavorful take on the classic Chinese-American dish, perfect for busy weeknights. Tender beef strips are pressure-cooked in a savory, umami-packed sauce made with soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, then combined with crisp-tender broccoli for a delicious, healthy meal. Using the Instant Pot makes this dish incredibly easy and fast, delivering restaurant-quality results in a fraction of the time. Serve it over steamed rice for a complete and satisfying dinner that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ lbs flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup beef broth
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions:
- Sauté the Beef: Set the Instant Pot to “Sauté” mode and add the sesame oil. Once hot, add the sliced beef and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the Garlic and Ginger: Add the minced garlic and ginger to the Instant Pot and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the Sauce: Pour in the soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, and rice vinegar, and stir to combine. Return the beef to the pot, mixing it into the sauce.
- Pressure Cook: Lock the lid in place and set the Instant Pot to “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” on high for 10 minutes. Once the time is up, do a quick release of the pressure.
- Thicken the Sauce: Open the lid, set the Instant Pot back to “Sauté” mode, and stir in the cornstarch slurry. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens.
- Add the Broccoli: Add the broccoli florets to the pot and stir to coat them in the sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the broccoli is tender but still crisp.
- Serve: Serve the beef and broccoli over steamed rice, garnishing with sesame seeds if desired.
Enjoy this easy, delicious Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli, a perfect meal that combines tender beef, fresh broccoli, and a flavorful sauce, all made in one pot!
