Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli

A hearty takeout copycat, Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli is the perfect weeknight dinner. This easy and healthy recipe is easily adaptable for Whole30, paleo, and gluten-free meal plans.

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What do you make when you’ve passed the hungry feeling and are sliding into hangry territory? What are you going to make quickly enough to keep your loved ones safe? The answer is this pressure cooker beef and broccoli.

If you’re new to using an Instant Pot, check out this post on Easy Instant Pot Recipes for Beginners. 

If you have leftover frozen broccoli, you’ll love making some Roasted Frozen Broccoli later in the week for a fast and delicious side dish. And check out Frozen Broccoli in the Air Fryer and Instant Pot Steamed Broccoli.

What is the Best Beef For Stir Fry?

There are lots of options, some more affordable than others. You can use skirt steak, flank steak, top round, or sirloin. I used a mixture of skirt steak and top round that we got in our Butcher Box order. 

How to Make Stir Fry Beef Tender

There are three simple tricks to make this paleo beef and broccoli super duper tender:

1. Freeze the cut of beef for at least an hour before slicing. This will help make the thinnest cuts possible.
2. Slice the beef against the grain. This article from The Kitchn will walk you through how to do that properly.
3. Toss your sliced beef with 2 tsp of baking soda and let sit for 15 minutes. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry prior to adding to the Instant Pot.

Pro Tips/Recipe Notes

• If you don’t have fresh pineapple or don’t have a blender or food processor to use, I’ve got you covered. You can use 100% no-sugar-added pineapple juice and combine it with finely minced garlic and ginger.
• If you want to make this ahead of time, it is best to just cook the beef. To prevent mushy veg, steam the broccoli in the microwave just prior to serving.

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Paleo Beef and Broccoli WEIGHT WATCHERS POINTS

One serving has 1 WW Freestyle SmartPoints.

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Instant Pot Paleo Beef and Broccoli {Whole30, Paleo, GF}

Prep Time15 mins

Cook Time8 mins

Pressurizing/depressurizing time15 mins

Total Time23 mins

A healthy takeout copy cat, Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli is a perfect weeknight meal. This delicious dish is Whole30 compliant, paleo, and gluten-free.

Servings: 6

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Fusion

Keyword: instant Pot Beef and Broccoli, Paleo Beef and Broccoli, Whole30 Beef and Broccoli

Calories: 307kcal

Author: Sarah Cook - Sustainable Cooks

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Ingredients

• ▢ 2 lbs skirt steak thinly sliced
• ▢ 2 tsp baking soda
• ▢ 1 cup pineapple
• ▢ 4 cloves garlic
• ▢ 2 tsp ginger
• ▢ 1/3 cup coconut aminos
• ▢ 2 tsp sesame oil
• ▢ 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• ▢ 4 cups broccoli florets frozen
• ▢ 2 tbsp arrowroot powder
• ▢ 1 1/2 tbsp cold water

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Instructions

Instant Pot Instructions

• Toss your thinly sliced beef (see how to notes above) in 2 tsp of baking soda. Set aside for 10-15 minutes while you prep the rest of your ingredients.
• Combine your pineapple (sustainable/pro tip: if you are using fresh pineapple, use the core for this recipe), sesame oil, coconut aminos, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger in a food processor or blender. Process until mostly smooth. (See recipe notes if you don't have a food processor or blender).
• Rinse your beef and pat dry with paper towels.
• Add the pineapple blend to the bottom of the Instant Pot and add the beef on top. Stir to make sure all the beef is coated with the sauce.
• Lock the lid into place and set the steam release handle (valve on top) to “Sealing”. Press Manual>High Pressure>8 minutes. 
• When the Instant Pot is done cooking, allow for a natural release for 10 minutes, and then use a clean kitchen towel and flip the steam release handle to “venting” to remove any additional pressure.
• Combine arrowroot powder and cold water in a separate bowl and mix thoroughly.
• Press "Keep Warm/Off" button and then "Saute". Add the arrowroot mixture and stir to incorporate it into the beef mixture. Cook down on Saute for 1 minute.
• Add the frozen broccoli to one side of the Instant Pot. Put the lid back on and set the steam release handle to "Sealing". Press Manual>Adjust>Low pressure>0 minutes. Pro tip: zero pressure means the broccoli is actually getting perfectly cooked while the Instant Pot brings it up to pressure, but it won't make the meat mushy.
• Perform a quick release and serve with cauliflower rice, regular rice (not paleo or Whole30 compliant), or zucchini noodles. Optional: top with sliced green onion and sesame seeds, and hot sauce. 

Skillet Instructions

• Follow steps 1-3 above.
• Heat 1 tsp of coconut or avocado oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet or wok. Add half of the beef and cook for about 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Heat another 1 tsp of oil and cook the rest of the beef. Transfer to a plate.
• Add the pineapple sauce to the skillet and increase the heat to high. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring often. Add in the arrowroot mixture and stir to combine. Cook for another 3 minutes or until the sauce has thickened.
• Add the beef to the sauce and toss to combine. Serve with cauliflower rice, regular rice (not paleo or Whole30 compliant), or zucchini noodles. Optional: top with sliced green onion and sesame seeds, and hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Instant Pot Paleo Beef and Broccoli {Whole30, Paleo, GF}

Amount Per Serving (1.5 cups)

Calories 307 Calories from Fat 108

% Daily Value*

Fat 12g18%

Saturated Fat 4g25%

Cholesterol 95mg32%

Sodium 458mg20%

Potassium 671mg19%

Carbohydrates 13g4%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 3g3%

Protein 34g68%

Vitamin A 405IU8%

Vitamin C 67.9mg82%

Calcium 45mg5%

Iron 3.2mg18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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