Instant Pot Beef Nilaga
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef neck bone
12 pieces
- 4 c. beef broth
- 5 c. water
- 2 cubes beef bouillon
- 1/3 c. fish sauce
Patis
- 1 handful whole peppercorn
- 1/2 onion
sliced
- 3 tbsp garlic
- 3-5 pieces bay leaves
- 1 potato
diced large
- 1 c. baby carrots
- 4 stalks boy choy
cleaned and prepared
- to tastesalt and pepper
Directions
- 1
Turn on Instant Pot to SAUTE. Brown onion, garlic and meat and remove meat.
- 2
Deglaze bottom of pot by adding just a little of the water or broth. Using a wooden spoon, scrape pan lifting off the good bits from the browned beef.
- 3
Return browned meat to the pot and add water, beef broth, and beef bouillon cubes. Add fish sauce, whole peppercorn, and bay leaves.
- 4
Close lid of Instant Pot and turn knob to seal. Set to MEAT/STEW 45 minutes. Once done, let pot natural pressure release (NPR) for 10 minutes and then, turn knob to quick release (QR).
- 5
Open lid to add potatoes and carrots. Close lid and set to MANUAL 1 minute. Once done, quick release (QR) knob.
- 6
Turn pot to SAUTE and add boy choy. Let wilt (takes about a minute) and turn off Instant Pot.
- 7
Salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy over a fresh bed of white rice!
Instant Pot Beef Nilaga
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About this Recipe
Craving a deeply comforting and flavorful Filipino dish that practically cooks itself? This Instant Pot Beef Nilaga delivers incredibly tender beef and savory broth with minimal effort, bringing a taste of home to your kitchen.
Why This Instant Pot Beef Nilaga Works
The magic of the Instant Pot truly shines here, transforming humble beef neck bones into fall-apart tender morsels in a fraction of the time a traditional stovetop stew would require. The pressure cooking method infuses the rich, salty beef broth with layers of flavor from the garlic, onions, and bay leaves, ensuring every spoonful is pure comfort. This approach guarantees a satisfyingly rich stew without hours of simmering.
What to Expect
Prepare for a hearty, soul-warming meal that satisfies from the first bite. You'll enjoy exceptionally tender pieces of beef that have absorbed all the savory goodness of the broth. The broth itself is wonderfully salty and rich, balanced by the gentle sweetness of baby carrots and the earthy flavor of large-diced potatoes. Fresh bok choy, added towards the end, provides a pleasant, slightly bitter counterpoint and a vibrant green pop. This is a wonderfully rustic and wholesome dish, perfect for a cozy evening.
Customization & Variations
While beef neck bones offer fantastic flavor, you can also use other stew-friendly cuts like beef short ribs or beef chuck, though cooking times might vary slightly. If you don't have bok choy, green cabbage or even spinach can be stirred in at the end for similar fresh greenery. For a touch of spice, a few siling mahaba (long green chilies) can be added with the other aromatics, or simply serve with a side of chili garlic sauce for individual preference.
Serving & Context
This Instant Pot Beef Nilaga is the quintessential comfort food, perfect for family dinners or a comforting weekend meal. Serve it generously ladled over a bed of freshly steamed white rice, allowing the rice to soak up every drop of that savory broth. A simple patis (fish sauce) and calamansi dipping sauce on the side is a classic accompaniment, but it’s just as delicious on its own.