An Easy & Cozy Meal
Prepare for a cozy, comforting meal with this Instant Pot shredded roast and potatoes. Perfect for a family dinner or a satisfying meal prep option, this dish combines tender beef roast with flavorful veggies in a savory gravy, all made effortlessly in your Instant Pot.
Ingredients:
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3-5 lb beef roast
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2 tbsp olive oil
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Seasonings: salt, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, paprika, oregano, basil, parsley, chipotle (optional)
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1 lb baby potatoes
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4 large carrots, chunked
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1 large yellow onion, chopped
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Optional: jalapeno, chopped
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4 cups beef broth (or substitute- I use my Chicken Bone Broth and just add a bit of tomato sauce, a dash of cumin, etc for depth)
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1/4 cup water + 2 tbsp arrowroot powder for gravy
Easy Steps:
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Season & Sear: Mix the seasonings and rub onto the roast. In the Instant Pot on Sauté mode, sear the roast in olive oil on all sides until browned.
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Add Veggies: Place potatoes, carrots, onion, and optional jalapeno around the roast. Pour in the broth.
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Cook: Seal the pot and cook on high pressure (60 min for 3 lb, 70 min for 4 lb, 80 min for 5 lb). Allow natural release for 10 minutes before venting.
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Shred & Serve: Remove the roast to shred. Take out the veggies. Thicken the broth with an arrowroot slurry on Saute mode to make gravy.
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Dive into this Instant Pot shredded roast and potatoes for a meal that’s as nourishing as it is delicious, proving that comfort food can be easy and packed with flavor.