How Long to Cook Beef Cubes to Tender Perfection in an Instant Pot

The instant pot makes quick work of turning inexpensive beef cubes into meltingly tender bites ready for all kinds of delicious dishes With the right timing and technique, the instant pot’s pressure cooking delivers fall-apart beef cubes full of rich, beefy flavor

Why Cook Beef Cubes in an Instant Pot?

Cooking beef cubes in the instant pot has several advantages

• Convenience – No need for simmering for hours. Tender beef cubes in under an hour!

• Flavor – Pressure extracts juices and concentrates flavors quickly within sealed pot.

• Tenderness – Pressure gently forces moisture into meat, turning cubes succulent.

• Versatility – Cooked cubes work for stews, skewers, stir fries, sandwiches and more.

The instant pot eliminates slow braising and lets you take budget-friendly beef cubes from tough to tender in no time.

How Long to Cook Beef Cubes in an Instant Pot

Cooking time can vary based on the size and cut of beef cubes. For 1-inch cubes, follow these instant pot times:

• Chuck roast or stew meat – 25-30 minutes
• Sirloin or round – 20-25 minutes
• Tenderloin or filet mignon – 15-18 minutes

Always allow pressure to naturally release for at least 10 minutes before quick releasing to ensure beef becomes fork tender.

Tips for Cooking Beef Cubes in the Instant Pot

• Generously season cubes with salt, pepper and spices

• Brown cubes first for deeper flavor

• Add aromatics like onions, garlic, herbs

• Use broth, wine or sauce for cooking liquid

• Allow natural pressure release before quick release

• Check for doneness and cook longer if needed

Instant Pot Beef Cube Recipe

This recipe yields incredibly flavorful, fall-apart tender instant pot beef cubes.

Ingredients:

• 1 1⁄2 lbs beef cubes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1⁄4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp each salt, pepper, paprika

Instructions:

1. Pat beef cubes dry and season with salt, pepper and paprika.

2. Select Sauté on instant pot and heat oil. Add beef in batches and brown on all sides. Remove browned beef to plate.

3. Add onion and garlic to pot. Sauté 3 minutes until softened.

4. Add broth, soy sauce and Worcestershire. Scrape browned bits from bottom of pot.

5. Add beef cubes back to pot along with any accumulated juices.

6. Seal lid and cook on High Pressure for 25-30 minutes for chuck roast cubes, 20-25 minutes for sirloin or round cubes, or 15-18 minutes for tenderloin cubes.

7. Allow pressure to naturally release for at least 10 minutes before quick releasing remaining pressure.

8. Check beef for tenderness. Cook longer if needed.

9. Use tender beef cubes in stews, sandwiches, skewers and more!

With the right timing and a flavorful cooking liquid, the instant pot takes inexpensive beef cubes from tough to melt-in-your-mouth tender in under an hour. Experiment with different seasonings and cube cuts for tender beef ready to star in your favorite dishes!