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Instant Pot Beef Adobo


  • Author: Hannah
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Instant Pot Beef Adobo is a delightful Filipino dish that combines tender beef with a savory and tangy sauce. Made effortlessly in your Instant Pot, this recipe infuses rich flavors through marination in soy sauce, vinegar, and aromatic spices. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, it’s served best over fluffy rice or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. Enjoy a comforting meal that warms the heart and soul!


Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch chunks
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 10 whole black peppercorns
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season the beef chunks with salt and pepper.
  2. Set the Instant Pot to 'Sauté' mode. Heat oil and brown the beef on all sides (about 3 minutes each side).
  3. Add sliced onions and minced garlic; stir until softened.
  4. Pour in soy sauce and vinegar; add bay leaves and peppercorns. Stir well.
  5. Secure the lid and set to 'Pressure Cook' on high for 35 minutes.
  6. Allow a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining steam.
  7. Serve over steamed rice or with crusty bread, garnished with chopped green onions.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Pressure Cooking
  • Cuisine: Filipino

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
  • Calories: 355
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: Feel free to substitute beef with chicken or tofu for variations. Adjust vinegar according to your taste preference for tanginess; adding vegetables like bell peppers can make it heartier.