Craving bold, savory, and slightly sweet flavors that make your taste buds dance? Instant Pot Korean Beef is the perfect answer. It’s quick, easy, and absolutely bursting with flavor. This dish takes the traditionally slow-cooked Korean-style beef and delivers it in a fraction of the time thanks to the magic of the Instant Pot. Whether you're a busy parent, a college student, or someone just curious about experimenting with flavorful cuisine, this recipe will become one of your go-to meals!
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to create this flavorful dish. Most of these are pantry staples, so you may already have them on hand!
For the Beef:
- 2 pounds of beef chuck roast, sliced into thin strips or cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey (or brown sugar for a deeper sweetness)
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons ginger, freshly grated (or 1 teaspoon ground ginger for convenience)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a little kick)
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry for thickening)
For Garnish and Serving:
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1–2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- Steamed jasmine or white rice
- A side of kimchi or fresh lightly steamed vegetables
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Instant Pot
Turn your Instant Pot to the sauté setting. Add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil to the pot and allow it to heat up. Sear the beef strips in batches until they’re lightly browned. You don’t need to cook the beef fully at this stage—just a quick sear for flavor! Set the beef aside on a plate.
Step 2: Build Bold Flavors
With the Instant Pot still on the sauté setting, add another tablespoon of sesame oil. Toss in the minced garlic and ginger. Stir until fragrant—this only takes about 30 seconds. Add the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, beef broth, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine the ingredients into a deliciously aromatic sauce.
Step 3: Pressure Cook
Return the seared beef to the Instant Pot, stirring it into the sauce so it's coated. Place the lid on the pot and set the valve to sealing. Select the “Pressure Cook” (or “Manual”) setting, and set the timer for 25 minutes on high pressure. Once the cook time completes, allow the Instant Pot to naturally release pressure for 10 minutes. Afterward, carefully do a quick pressure release by flipping the valve to “venting.”
Step 4: Thicken the Sauce
Switch the Instant Pot back to the sauté setting. Add the cornstarch slurry to the pot while stirring constantly. Allow the sauce to simmer for a few minutes until it thickens to your desired consistency. Keep in mind the sauce will continue to thicken slightly as it cools.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy!
Scoop the flavorful Korean beef over a bed of steaming jasmine rice. Top with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for extra color and crunch. Serve with a side of kimchi or steamed vegetables like broccoli or snap peas to balance out the dish.
Tips for Customizing
- Spice it up: If you love heat, add more red pepper flakes or a dollop of gochujang (Korean chili paste) to the sauce for an extra punch.
- Swap the protein: This recipe works great with chicken thighs, pork shoulder, or even tofu for a vegetarian option.
- Add veggies: Toss in carrots, bell peppers, or snap peas at the same time as the beef for a one-pot meal.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Using the Instant Pot means you get all the deep, slow-cooked flavor of traditional Korean beef in under an hour! The tender, melt-in-your-mouth beef coated in a rich, umami-forward sauce pairs perfectly with fluffy rice. Plus, the ingredients are easy to find, and the method couldn't be simpler. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or impressing guests without breaking a sweat.
Give this Instant Pot Korean Beef a try, and see for yourself how this flavor-packed dish will quickly become a staple in your recipe rotation. Enjoy!
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