Enjoy melt-in-your-mouth goodness with our Instant Pot Beef Short Ribs. These savory, tender ribs are cooked to perfection in no time. Elevate your meal effortlessly with bold flavors and ultimate convenience. Instant Pot Beef Short Ribs – deliciously simple, impressively tasty!
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Cooking beef short ribs has never been easier. In fact this super simple Instant pot short ribs recipe would be great for a dinner date and is a fantastic alternative to Instant Pot Steak.
Why This Recipe Works
- Melt-in-your-mouth: These pressure cooker short ribs are cooked until they're fall-off-the-bone tender and juicy.
- Flavor Packed: This cooked short ribs recipe infuses the beef with a rich, robust sauce.
- Efficient Cooking: The Instant Pot cuts down cooking time significantly, making it a breeze.
📋 Ingredients
- Boneless Beef Short Ribs: The star of the dish, these become tender and flavorful after cooking.
- Salt: Enhances the natural flavors of the beef and other ingredients.
- Freshly Ground Black Pepper: Adds a slight heat and complexity to the overall flavor profile.
- Vegetable Oil: Used for searing the ribs, which locks in flavor and creates a delicious crust.
- Garlic, Minced: Infuses the dish with aromatic, savory notes.
- Cooking Sherry or Worcester Sauce: Adds depth and tanginess, enhancing the meat's flavor.
- Beef Broth: Provides additional beef flavor and serves as the cooking liquid, helping to tenderize the ribs.
- Garlic Powder & Onion Powder: Provide additional layers of savory flavor.
- Yellow Small Potatoes: Add a hearty, comforting element that pairs well with the beef.
- Sprig of Fresh Thyme or Rosemary: Imparts a subtle herby note, complementing the rich flavors of the dish.
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
🔀 Substitutions & Variations
- Meat Alternatives: While beef short ribs are a favorite, try combining them with cuts like beef chuck or brisket for varied texture and depth of flavor.
- Liquid & Braising Base Enhancements: Substitute part of the beef broth with red wine or beer to add richness, or incorporate a splash of balsamic vinegar for a tangy twist.
- Herb & Spice Variations: Experiment with different seasonings such as smoked paprika, thyme, rosemary, or even a hint of cayenne pepper to elevate the flavor profile.
- Vegetable & Garnish Options: Enrich the dish by adding root vegetables like carrots, parsnips, or onions to the cooking liquid, and finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or microgreens for a burst of freshness.
🔪How To Cook Instant Pot Beef Short Ribs?
- Step 1: Salt and pepper the boneless short ribs. Add oil and set pressure cooker to Sauté – High. Sear short ribs for 3-4 minutes on each side or until seared.
- Step 2: Cook the short ribs in batches so you don’t overcrowd the cooker. Add minced garlic and heat for about a minute.
- Step 3: Deglaze the insert by adding the sherry and scraping the bottom with a wooden spoon.
- Step 4: Add the browned short ribs back to the cooker. Add beef broth, seasonings, a sprig of fresh thyme or rosemary, and potatoes.
- Step 5: Close and lock the lid. Set pressure cooker to Pressure Cook – High. And set the timer for 30 minutes. Allow natural release for 15 minutes, then manually release any extra pressure.
- Step 6: Once the pressure is gone and the silver valve has released, open the cooker. You are now ready to serve your short ribs and veg.
👩🍳 Expert Tips
- Quick Marination: Marinate the short ribs in a mixture of balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, and herbs for at least 2 hours or overnight for tenderization and flavor infusion.
- Rich Braising Sauce: Sauté onions, garlic, and carrots, then add tomato paste to deepen the flavor.
💭 FAQs
You can store leftover short ribs in airtight container or cover them up with aluminum foil.
You can store Frozen Instant Pot ribs for up to 2-3 months. They'll be ready to impress when you defrost and devour.
Short ribs are a cut of beef taken from the brisket, chuck, plate, or rib areas of cows. Beef short ribs are best cooked in a slow cooker or Instant Pot to allow the meat to become tender.
Beef short ribs are the perfect cut of meat for this dish because they’re full of flavor and they become very tender when cooked slowly. You can use any type of beef short rib, but we recommend using bone-in short ribs for the best flavor. If you can’t find bone-in short ribs, you can also use boneless short ribs.
You can store leftover short ribs in airtight container or cover them up with aluminum foil. Freeze leftover Instant Pot ribs for up to 2-3 months.
Serving Suggestions
These are my favorite side dishes to serve with beef short ribs:
- Mashed Potatoes: Mashed potatoes are a classic side dish that goes well with beef short ribs. They're rich and creamy, and they soak up all the delicious juices from the beef.
- Roasted Vegetables: Roasted vegetables are a great way to add some color and flavor to your meal. Try roasting carrots, parsnips, or Brussels sprouts. They'll pair perfectly with the rich beef short ribs.
- Cauliflower Mash: If you're looking for a low-carb option, cauliflower mashed potatoes are a great choice. They have the same creamy texture as regular mashed potatoes, but they're made with cauliflower instead of potatoes.
- Green Beans: Green beans are another classic side dish that goes well with beef short ribs. They're simple and easy to prepare, and they add a pop of color to your plate.
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Instant Pot Beef Short Ribs
Ingredients
- 3 Pounds Beef Short Ribs Boneless
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Pepper
- 3 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- ⅓ cup Worcestershire Sauce.
- 28-30 ounces Beef Broth
- 1 tablespoon Garlic Powder
- 1 tablespoon Onion Powder
- 18 Potatoes skin on, washed & dried
- Sprig Thyme
- 1 Sprig Rosemary
Instructions
- Salt and pepper the boneless short ribs.
- Add oil and set pressure cooker to Sauté – High.
- Sear short ribs for 3-4 minutes on each side or until seared. (This will need to be done in batches so you don’t overcrowd the cooker)
- Add minced garlic and heat for about a minute.
- Deglaze the insert by adding the sherry and scraping the bottom with a wooden spoon.
- Add the ribs back to the cooker.
- Add beef broth, seasonings, sprig of fresh thyme or rosemary, and potatoes.
- Close and lock lid.
- Set pressure cooker to Pressure Cook – High. And set timer for 30 minutes.
- Allow to natural release for 15 minutes, then manually release any extra pressure.
- Once pressure is gone and silver valve has released, open cooker.
- Smash potatoes slightly and plate.
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