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Instant Pot Beef with Broccoli

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20 Mar

With tender beef slices, fresh crispy broccoli and a deliciously thick stir fry sauce, Instant Pot Beef with Broccoli is just as good as takeout!

The Instant Pot has never been my favorite cooking tool but every so often I’ll make something that keeps it out of the “donate” pile. This recipe for instant Pot Beef with Broccoli is one of those!

The Instant Pot makes the steak slices really tender and the seasonings infuse right into the meat. Adding fresh steamed broccoli gives it a little crunch, and the rice soaks in all of that thick, flavorful sauce. All around a delicious bowl that tastes a lot like takeout without the delivery fees!

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A word About the Steak

Instant Pot Beef with Broccoli begins with thinly cut steak. Top Sirloin Steak, Top Round Steak (Also known as London Broil) or Tri Tip are the best choices of steak for this recipe. Just trim the majority of the fat off and slice into strips about 1/4 inch thick.

Picture of sliced raw beef for Instant Pot Beef with Broccoli

How to Make Instant Pot Beef with Broccoli

Beef slices browning in the Instant pot for Instant Pot Beef with Broccoli

Turn Instant Pot to saute setting and add sesame oil and olive oil. Generously season the steak with salt and pepper.

Once oil becomes hot, add steak and saute until browned, about 10 minutes. It doesn’t need to be cooked all the way through – this part is just about getting it browned.

Raw onions and garlic added to beef slices in instant pot for Instant Pot Beef with Broccoli

Add onions and garlic to the instant pot and continue to saute until onions are tender, about 5 more minutes.

Beef broth mixture added to instant pot with beef slices for Instant Pot Beef with Broccoli

In a small bowl or a measuring cup, combine beef broth, soy sauce and brown sugar.  Stir well until sugar dissolves and then add to meat mixture. 

Put lid on the Instant Pot and cook on high pressure for 15 minutes. 

While Instant Pot is cooking, steam the broccoli and warm the rice. 

Adding steamed broccoli to the Instant Pot with the Beef mixture for Instant Pot Beef with Broccoli

Once the 15 minutes is over, release the pressure immediately.  Remove lid.

Mix 2 tablespoons of water into 1 tablespoon cornstarch and pour into beef mixture.  Stir until well combined.

Add steamed broccoli into Instant Pot and stir to coat.

Finished picture of ready to serve Instant Pot Beef with Broccoli in a bowl

Serve immediately over warmed rice.  Enjoy!

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Instant Pot Beef with Broccoli

With tender beef slices, fresh crispy broccoli and a deliciously thick stir fry sauce, Instant Pot Beef with Broccoli is just as good as takeout!
4.67 from 15 votes
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Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Asian
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1.5 pounds beef steak trimmed and thinly sliced
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 2 cups fresh broccoli
  • 2 cups cooked rice

Instructions
 

  • Turn Instant Pot to saute setting and add sesame oil and olive oil. Generously season the steak with salt and pepper.
  • Once oil becomes hot, add steak and saute until browned, about 10 minutes.
  • Add onions and garlic to the instant pot and continue to saute until onions are tender, about 5 more minutes.
  • In a small bowl or a measuring cup, combine beef broth, soy sauce and brown sugar.  Stir well until sugar dissolves and then add to meat mixture. 
  • Put lid on the Instant Pot and cook on high pressure for 15 minutes. 
  • While Instant Pot is cooking, steam the broccoli and warm the rice. 
  • Once the 15 minutes is over, release the pressure immediately.  Remove lid.
  • Mix 2 tablespoons of water into 1 tablespoon cornstarch and pour into beef mixture.  Stir until well combined.
  • Add steamed broccoli into Instant Pot and stir to coat.
  • Serve immediately over warmed rice.  Enjoy!
Keyword Asian, Beef, Broccoli, Dinner, Easy, Instant pot
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  • Michelle Mundy

    As a busy working mom with kids on the go, I know how important it is to be able to make simple and delicious meals using everyday ingredients. The recipes shared here are family friendly with easy to understand step by step instructions. Tried and true, from our family to yours. Welcome to The Recipe Bandit! Click here to read more about me.

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  1. Sarah says

    March 18, 2019 at 8:18 am

    4 stars
    This looks so good. I love beef and broccoli but I don’t make it as often as I would like. Unfortunately, I have yet to invest in an instant pot, so I have to make it the old fashion way when I do. I’m going to have to add this recipe to my meal plan for next month.

    Reply
    • The Bandit says

      March 24, 2019 at 9:00 pm

      5 stars
      Let me know how it turns out Sarah! ❤️

      Reply
  2. Christa says

    March 14, 2019 at 3:30 pm

    4 stars
    Thank you! Beef and Brocolli is my daughter’s favorite dish from any Chinese restaurant, and I’ve been wanting to learn to make it myself because we always have a whole beef in the freezer. I will definitely try this.

    Reply
    • The Bandit says

      March 24, 2019 at 9:02 pm

      5 stars
      Let me know what you thought and if you added anything to make it even better! ❤️

      Reply
  3. Michele Vadnais says

    March 14, 2019 at 12:51 pm

    4 stars
    Well, it certainly looks good. I haven’t broken down and bought an Insta Pot yet because I’m not sold either. I’ll just keep watching your posts!

    Reply
  4. Christen Scofield says

    March 14, 2019 at 11:16 am

    5 stars
    I love my IP! Excited to try this recipe, thank you!

    Reply
    • The Bandit says

      March 24, 2019 at 9:03 pm

      5 stars
      Awesome! Let me know how it turns out for you! ❤️

      Reply
  5. Jaden says

    March 14, 2019 at 11:14 am

    5 stars
    After trial and error, I have learned to love my Instant Pot! This recipe sounds so good! Definitely one to try! 🙂

    Reply
    • The Bandit says

      March 24, 2019 at 9:04 pm

      5 stars
      Hi Jaden! I am TRYING so hard to love it… LOL ❤️

      Reply
  6. Akiko says

    March 14, 2019 at 9:39 am

    4 stars
    I love Instant Pot for only 3 things: Beef, Pork and Indian food. For everything else, it’s hard to adjust the time so that it doesn’t get overcooked! So this recipe would be perfect for Instant Pot. I’ll definitely give this a try soon! Thanks!

    Reply
    • The Bandit says

      March 24, 2019 at 9:04 pm

      5 stars
      ❤️

      Reply
  7. Julie says

    March 14, 2019 at 8:16 am

    4 stars
    I actually do love my instant pot, but probably because I use it mostly when we are traveling in the RV, and it saves space for me. I can’t wait to try this recipe – looks delicious!

    Reply
    • The Bandit says

      March 24, 2019 at 9:06 pm

      5 stars
      I need more people around me that love their Instant Pots. If you get a chance, email me your favorite recipe in the Instant Pot when you’re cooking in the RV. We keep our RV up north in the summer and burgers get really boring after a while! therecipebandit2@gmail.com. ❤️

      Reply
  8. Nikki says

    March 14, 2019 at 8:07 am

    5 stars
    This looks so yummy! InstaPot or not I’m going to give it a try. Thanks for the honest review about your Instant Pot I keep saying I’m going to buy one but then get a 50/50 review on if it saves times – and like you I want and need to save time. Most times my crock pot works just fine for me.

    Reply
    • The Bandit says

      March 24, 2019 at 9:08 pm

      5 stars
      I LOVE my crockpot and I am in LOVE with my air fryer. The instant pot… meh. But I am trying and I will share everything successful that I make in it here with you guys. I’ll keep trying! ❤️

      Reply

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