Pressure Cooker / Instant Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage
Ingredients
- 3 pound flat cut corned beef brisket with seasoning packet
- 4 cups of beef broth
- 1 large onion
quartered
- 8 cloves of garlic
- 6 medium red potatoes
quartered
- 3 large carrots
cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 small cabbage
cut into 6 wedges
Directions
- 1
Rinse the corned beef under cold water to remove excess salt and gel.
- 2
Combine the seasoning packet, onion, and garlic in the pressure cooking pot. Put a metal rack in the bottom of the pressure cooking pot, place corned beef on the rack. and pour the beef stock on top.
- 3
Lock the lid in place. Select High Pressure and 90 minutes cook time.
- 4
When the cook time ends, turn off the pressure cooker. Allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then finish with a quick pressure release. When the valve drops, carefully remove the lid.
- 5
Remove the cooked corned beef from the pressure cooking pot to a platter or cutting board. Slice meat across the grain and cover with aluminum foil until ready to serve. Remove the rack from the cooking pot.
- 6
Add the potatoes, carrots, and cabbage to the broth in the cooking pot. Lock the lid in place. Select High Pressure and 3 minutes cook time.
- 7
When the cook time ends, turn off the pressure cooker and use a quick pressure release. When the valve drops, carefully remove the lid.
- 8
Check the potatoes with a fork. If you would like them cooked more tender, select Sauté and simmer, stirring occasionally, until they reach your desired tenderness.
- 9
Remove the carrots, cabbage, and potatoes from the pressure cooking pot to the serving platter.
- 10
If desired, strain the juices remaining in the pot, skim off the fat, and transfer to a gravy boat or bowl to ladle on top of the meat.
Pressure Cooker / Instant Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage
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About this Recipe
Craving a classic St. Patrick's Day feast but short on time? This Pressure Cooker / Instant Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage recipe delivers unbelievably tender brisket and perfectly cooked vegetables with ease, turning a traditional slow-cooked meal into a convenient weeknight delight.
Using your pressure cooker or Instant Pot transforms a humble flat cut corned beef brisket into a fork-tender delight in a fraction of the traditional cooking time. The concentrated pressure ensures every bite of beef is juicy and succulent, while infusing the accompanying cabbage, carrots, and potatoes with rich, savory flavor. It's the secret to getting that melt-in-your-mouth texture without hours over the stove.
You can expect a comforting and hearty meal, featuring succulent slices of corned beef brisket that practically melt in your mouth. The vegetables—sweet carrots, earthy red potatoes, and gently cooked cabbage—absorb the savory beef broth, providing a perfect counterpoint to the seasoned beef. The fragrant aroma of onion and garlic from the cooking liquid permeates the entire dish, making for a satisfying, full-flavored dinner experience that brings classic Irish-American flavors to your table with simplicity.
While this recipe features a flat cut corned beef brisket, you could experiment with other cuts if preferred, adjusting cook time as needed for tenderness. For an extra layer of aromatics, consider adding a bay leaf or a few sprigs of fresh thyme alongside the onion and garlic. If you prefer a milder garlic flavor, you can reduce the number of cloves.
This comforting dish is ideal for a festive St. Patrick's Day celebration or any occasion where you crave a hearty, home-cooked meal. Serve it simply, allowing the vibrant colors and aromas to speak for themselves.