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This Whole30 Beef Stew is the coziest stew you can whip up in under 75 minutes. Instant pot beef stew is a game-changer, and crockpot/slow cooker instructions are also included.
Call me intuitive, but I think the ease and flavor of this easy Whole30 stew recipe is going to be a game-changer dinner for most of you. It tastes like it has simmered on the stove all day, but it’s ready in under 75 minutes.
Why you’re going to love this Instant Pot beef stew
- You’re making whole30 beef stew in under an hour like a freaking boss.
- It is gluten-free.
- Whole30 compliant.
- You’re adding extra veggies that no one will notice, but you’ll know. Secrets are fun!
- You now have yet another recipe to use smoked paprika in, because you know, it’s amazing.
Want to make your easy healthy meal prep faster? Check out how to freeze onions, how to freeze carrots, and how to freeze potatoes for this dish and future meals.
Pro Tips/Recipe Notes
- The liquid will not cover the top of all the ingredients before cooking. Don’t worry, your stew will not dry out. It’s going to be awesome. Like you!
- This stew will thicken up quite a bit the next day. If you prefer something with more broth, it is best to reheat with a splash vegetable juice or beef stock.
- If you’re not doing a Whole30 round, you can sub in cornstarch for arrowroot powder.
- Need help getting started with the Whole30? You’ll love my free printable Whole30 Meal Plan, Trader Joe’s Whole30 shopping list, and my Whole30 Costco shopping list.
Other Whole30 Instant Pot Recipes
- Instant Pot Teriyaki Beef
- Instant Pot Orange Chicken
- Instant Pot Beef Tips
- Instant Pot French Onion Soup {Dairy-Free, Whole30}
- Whole30 Pot Roast
- Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana
- Instant Pot Paleo Beef and Broccoli
- Whole30 Potato Soup
- Vegan Carrot Ginger Soup
Instant Pot Beef Stew WEIGHT WATCHERS POINTS
One serving has 1 WW Freestyle SmartPoints.
Whole30 Beef Stew
Ingredients
- 1 lb stew beef {cubed}
- 2 tbsp arrowroot powder {or cornstarch if not following Whole30}
- 1 cup onion {chopped}
- 5 cups carrots {peeled and cut into LARGE pieces}
- 4 cups potatoes {about 4 russets peeled and cut into LARGE pieces}
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup tomato-based vegetable juice
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried tarragon
- 1 bay leaf
- salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the salt and pepper, arrowroot powder, and beef. Toss to coat.1 lb stew beef, 2 tbsp arrowroot powder, salt and pepper
- Pour the beef broth and vegetable juice in the bottom of the inner pot.2 cups beef broth, 1 cup tomato-based vegetable juice
- Add the beef and other ingredients to the Instant Pot (do not stir).1 cup onion, 5 cups carrots, 4 cups potatoes, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp dried tarragon, 1 bay leaf
- Lock the lid into place and set the steam release handle (valve on top) to “Sealing”. Press Manual>High Pressure>22 minutes.
- When the Instant Pot has finished cooking, allow it to sit for 10 minutes (this is called a natural release).
- If the pressure indicator is still up, flip the vent to “venting” to remove any remaining pressure.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This turned out great! I used red potatoes and left the skin on, used vegetable stock because it was cheaper and used thyme instead of tarragon (also because I didn’t have any), and it all came out good! Thanks!
So glad you liked it, and I love the addition of the skin on red potatoes!
While I didn’t follow your recipe, seeing the post in my e-mail reminded me I had beef stew meat in the fridge! So, I threw a bunch of veggies (no potatoes, we are out, boo!) into the crockpot with the meat and away I go! It’s gonna cook all night which means beef stew for breakfast!
Who-hoo! Glad I had a part of the inspiration for a unicorn meal that meets all of your dietary needs. OMG I love cooking things in the crockpot all night. Though I will fully admit while cooking a kalua pig overnight, I once had a dream that a burglar broke in and was making dinner.
I made this in my crockpot and it came out great!
Recently made the beef stew in the instapot and my family loved it! I did add some dry mustard seasoning instead of the tarragon and thickened it up a bit more at the end but the family gobbled it up and the leftovers were perfect lunch the next day. Thanks for another great recipe!!
So happy to hear your crew all loved it Ang!
Got our Instant Pot not that long ago and this sounds perfect for our meal planning!
I made this in my crock pot on Christmas Eve. Ah-maze-ing. Can’t wait to try your other recipes!
I have made this with beef & it was delish! I skipped the searing, but tonight I’m making this with venison & will sear!! I’ve got a hunter & always have a shit ton of stew meat! Thanks for the recipe.
I think I would have loved your Nanna, we would have had fun in the kitchen!
Thanks for sharing this. I’ll keep an eye out for stew beef next time we do groceries. For the crockpot version, would you sear the beef on the stove before tossing it in the crockpot?
I’ve thought of getting an instant pot, but I find that my kitchen energy is highest in the morning, so throwing everything in the crockpot after breakfast works best for me.
For me, the searing is a “nice to have” portion of the recipe, but not a must. If the searing is keeping you from making the recipe, then don’t sear it.
The Instant Pot also has a crockpot function, so not only could you do something early in the am, but if you were short on time you could use the pressure function. If your crockpot bites the dust, it is worth the discussion about an Instant Pot.
My Nanna was rad!
It didn’t occur to me to replace the crock pot with the instapot after it dies. Thanks!
A recipe post that made me smile. Thanks.
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I’ll totally take the blackberries, if you’re handing out apology gifts. 😉
No instant pot here, but I’m assuming that I could make this work in my pressure cooker?
I’m certain you could, but I’m not sure how the cooking times translate to a normal pressure cooker. Is it one you use it on the stove?
Yep, it’s the regular old “on the stove” version. I’ve learned to use it for canning (mostly) and a few cooking projects. My husband and his whole family love to hunt, and some cuts of game are best when pressure cooked.