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Instant Pot Boneless Short Ribs

Tender Instant Pot Boneless Short Ribs in Rich Red Wine Sauce

Enjoy these Instant Pot Boneless Short Ribs, perfect for a comforting dinner with rich flavors and tender meat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Natural Pressure Release Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 ribs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat
  • 3 lbs Boneless Short Ribs
For Browning
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Vegetable Oil or olive oil
For Flavor
  • 1 tsp Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper freshly ground recommended
For the Sauce
  • 1 large Onion (sliced) or shallots
  • 4 cloves Garlic (crushed) or garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste omit for a lighter taste
  • 2 cups Red Wine or beef broth as non-alcoholic substitute
  • 1 cup Beef Broth low-sodium recommended
For Additions
  • 2 cups Baby Carrots or parsnips
  • 1 sprig Thyme or 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 sprig Rosemary or Italian seasoning

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the meat by washing and patting dry your boneless short ribs. Season generously with salt and black pepper.
    Instant Pot Boneless Short Ribs
  2. Set your Instant Pot to 'Sauté' mode and add the oil. Sear the short ribs for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned.
    Instant Pot Boneless Short Ribs
  3. Add sliced onion to the pot and cook for 8-10 minutes until translucent and golden brown.
    Instant Pot Boneless Short Ribs
  4. Stir in crushed garlic and tomato paste. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
    Instant Pot Boneless Short Ribs
  5. Pour in red wine and scrape the bottom of the pot. Let it cook for about 10 minutes, reducing by half.
    Instant Pot Boneless Short Ribs
  6. Add beef broth and baby carrots, mixing well. Return the short ribs to the pot, submerging them halfway.
    Instant Pot Boneless Short Ribs
  7. Lock the lid in place and set to 'Stew' mode for 40 minutes on high pressure.
    Instant Pot Boneless Short Ribs
  8. Allow the pressure to release naturally for 15-20 minutes before venting the remaining steam.
    Instant Pot Boneless Short Ribs
  9. Remove short ribs and strain the sauce into a separate pot. Simmer the sauce on 'Sauté' mode for 10 minutes to thicken.
    Instant Pot Boneless Short Ribs
  10. Serve the ribs on a platter with thickened gravy poured over them.
    Instant Pot Boneless Short Ribs

Nutrition

Serving: 1ribsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow flavors to meld by letting the sauce simmer longer if desired. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

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