Instant Pot Beef Ragu
Instant Pot Beef Ragu is a hearty dish that brings the warmth of Italian comfort food to your table in just one hour. This savory ragu features tender beef simmered in a rich tomato sauce, combined with aromatic vegetables and fragrant herbs. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings, this dish pairs beautifully with pasta or creamy polenta, creating an irresistible meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chuck roast
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- ½ cup red wine
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to 'Sauté' mode and heat olive oil. Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper; sear on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Deglaze the pot with red wine, scraping up any browned bits. Cook for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Return the beef to the pot along with crushed tomatoes, beef broth, oregano, and stir well.
- Seal the lid and cook on 'Manual' high pressure for 45 minutes. Allow a natural release for 10 minutes before manually releasing any remaining pressure.
- Shred the beef with two forks and mix back into the sauce. Serve over pasta or polenta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg