Easy 30-Minute Instant Pot Beef And Broccoli

Introduction

Few dishes deliver on taste, convenience, and crowd-pleasing comfort quite like Beef and Broccoli. This Easy 30-Minute Instant Pot Beef And Broccoli recipe offers tender beef, crisp-tender broccoli, and a savory, flavorful sauce—all in under half an hour, thanks to the versatility of pressure cooking. It’s perfect for busy weeknights when you want takeout-level flavor with minimal prep and cleanup.

Why Make This Beef And Broccoli?

Classic takeout favorites are always a hit, but recreating this meal at home guarantees fresh ingredients and control over flavors and nutrients. Using the Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, 6 Quart speeds up the process without sacrificing the tenderness of the beef or the crunch of the broccoli. The result? A dish with deep umami, gentle heat, and glossy sauce, all in record time.

The Key to Tender Beef and Crisp Broccoli

Success rests on slicing your beef thinly and preparing your vegetables for uniform cooking. A tool like the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper can help uniform your broccoli florets and onion for consistent texture. Marinate the beef briefly while you prep—this ensures every bite absorbs maximum flavor, and pressure cooking locks in moisture.

Making the Signature Sauce

The savory sauce combines soy sauce, garlic, sesame oil, ginger, and a touch of brown sugar for that addictive savory-sweet finish. Use a Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender if you’d like a perfectly smooth sauce base; blend garlic, ginger, and sauce ingredients before adding to your pot for a truly restaurant-quality experience.

Serving, Storing, and Reheating

Serve your Easy 30-Minute Instant Pot Beef And Broccoli over hot cooked rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles. Portion leftovers into Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup) for quick lunches or meal prep. The flavors meld even more overnight, making it even more delicious the next day.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe makes about 4 generous servings. Each portion comes in around 400-450 calories, depending on your cut of beef and extra toppings. Packed with protein, essential vitamins from broccoli, and moderate carbs, it’s a balanced and hearty meal.

Instructions

1. Preheat your Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, 6 Quart on the sauté setting. Once hot, add oil and sauté the sliced onion until softened, about 2 minutes. Remove onion and set aside.
2. Add garlic and ginger to the Instant Pot, sauté for about 1 minute or until fragrant. Add sliced beef, seasoning lightly with black pepper. Brown the meat for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, and oyster sauce (if using). Pour over the beef in the pot and stir to combine. Cancel the sauté function.
4. Secure the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
5. While the beef cooks, chop your broccoli florets using the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for quick preparation and uniform pieces.
6. When the timer is done, perform a quick release. Open the lid carefully. Mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to form a slurry, and stir this into the beef mixture to thicken the sauce. Turn the sauté function back on.
7. Add broccoli and the previously sautéed onions into the pot. Sauté for 3–5 minutes or until broccoli is bright green and crisp-tender.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning with more soy sauce or a dash of sesame oil if desired. Serve immediately over rice or noodles, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds. Store leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup) for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Easy 30-Minute Instant Pot Beef And Broccoli (Recap)

This Instant Pot beef and broccoli is weeknight perfection—rich, quick, and packed with flavor. From pressure cooking the beef to crisp-tender broccoli, this method guarantees tender, delicious results in a fraction of the usual time. For a seamless experience, helpful tools like the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper, Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, 6 Quart, and Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup) take the work out of prep and storage—ensuring every meal is as effortless as it is delicious.