Instant Pot Corned Beef
Instant Pot Corned Beef cooks quickly and comes out tender and flavorful.It uses classic seasonings and simple vegetables for a complete meal.The pressure cooker infuses flavors deeply into the brisket.This recipe is easy, reliable, and perfect for weeknight or holiday meals.
Ingredients
- 3–4 lb corned beef brisket with spice packet
- 4 cups water or beef broth
- 1 onion, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 lb baby potatoes
- 4 carrots, cut into chunks
- 1 small head cabbage, sliced
Instructions
- Place the corned beef, spice packet, onion, and garlic into the Instant Pot.
- Add water or broth until the meat is mostly covered.
- Seal the Instant Pot and cook on High Pressure for 90 minutes.
- Allow 15 minutes natural release, then open the lid.
- Remove the beef and set aside to rest.
- Add potatoes, carrots, and cabbage to the pot.
- Cook on High Pressure for 5 minutes, then quick release.
- Slice the corned beef against the grain and serve with vegetables.
Notes
- Trim excess fat after cooking for cleaner slices.
- Rest the meat before slicing to keep it juicy.
- Broth adds more flavor than water.
- Cut cabbage into large wedges so it holds shape.
- Save leftover cooking liquid for soup.