How to cook 5 pounds of ground beef in Instant Pot?

Add in trivet and place frozen or fresh ground meat directly on trivet. Sprinkle with salt and pepper as desired. Put the lid on the Pressure Cooker and turn valve to seal. Set to High Pressure for 20 minutes if frozen, 6 minutes if fresh.

How do you cook meat fast in an Instant Pot?

Season your meat as you normally would. Heat a little oil using the Sauté function and sear the meat. Add 1 1/2 cups of liquid (water, stock, etc.). Cook for 20 minutes (per pound of meat) at high pressure for large chunks and 15 minutes (per pound of meat) for small chunks .

Can you cook veggies with raw ground beef?

1 Answer. As long as you cook the meat thoroughly (i.e. if it reaches a safe temperature), most pathogens should be dead and it doesn't matter in which order you put the vegetables and the meat in.

Why does baking soda make ground beef taste better?

Baking soda helps prevent ground beef from drying out , allowing those burger patties to keep their moisture and brown quicker for the most flavorful cookout. Not to mention, baking soda is the ideal ingredient for getting the most out of your Thanksgiving bird.

What seasonings go well with beef?

Spices like onion and garlic , with their inherent pungency, are some of the first that come to mind when it's time to season beef. They are savory and strong, and also easy to come by! Black Pepper goes wonderfully with beef, with its slightly hot bite and the piney aroma. Cayenne is a terrific spice to use with beef.

Is 2 pounds of ground beef enough for 5 people?

Use calculator to help determine how much meat to buy. A question we often get is “How much meat do I need?” The starting rule of thumb is: Boneless Meat: 1/2 lb. per person for adults and 1/4 lb. per person for children.

How many pounds of ground beef do I need for 30 people?

How much meat per person? If meat is the central part of your dish, you will most likely want 1/2 of a pound per person .

Do you cover meat with liquid in pressure cooker?

I cover meat in my Instant Pot when making soup, stew, or stock. Otherwise I use a minimum amount of liquid, from 1 to 2 cups . A pressure cooker produces steam until a preset pressure is reached and then replaces heat lost from the pot, by boiling more water, producing more steam.

What is the best meat to cook in a pressure cooker?

You can still pressure cook leaner pieces – like eye of round and top sirloin – but these work best if they've been stuffed, shredded or rolled (with other ingredients). Best cuts of beef to use: Chuck steak, Round Roast, Shoulder, Pot roast, Ribs, Brisket, Oxtail .

Can you put raw meat in a pressure cooker?

To cook meat without water in a pressure cooker, simply add the meat to the pot, along with any seasonings, herbs, or other ingredients that you like . Close the lid, seal the pressure release valve, and set the pressure cooker to high pressure.

Is it safe to put raw ground beef in slow cooker?

You certainly can add raw ground beef to the crockpot . As a matter of fact, many (if not most) slow-cooker chili recipes ask for the meat to be added raw.

Does ground beef need to be fully cooked?

However, when beef is ground, bacteria from its surface are mixed throughout the meat as it is chopped into tiny pieces. That means ground beef—and all other ground meats, like ground chicken, turkey, pork or lamb, which are processed the same way— must be cooked all the way through in order to kill the bacteria .

30+ Best Instant Pot Ground Beef Recipes Quick & Cheap (2024)

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This list of Instant Pot Ground Beef recipes is the best list to keep on hand for busy days. They’re pretty inexpensive, and they’re quick and easy, too!

Have you ever wondered what recipes that you can make in the Instant Pot with ground beef? I have been looking and looking for recipes for the Instant Pot using ground beef and I think I’ve finally found several favorites!

I love using ground beef, because it’s one of the cuts of meat that I almost always have on hand. But, when it comes to hamburger Instant Pot recipes, I didn’t really know what I could make, until recently, that is.

I finally decided to do some research and figure it out. It turns out that you can make a whole lot of ground beef recipes in the Instant Pot. It sure makes for an easy dinner!

Can You Brown Meat in an Instant Pot?

Absolutely. That is why we have the Sauté function on the Instant Pot. You can also do it in another way that I’ll outline below. You can cook it from frozen or you can cook it in a block and then break it apart later (instructions on how to do that are below).

Can I Substitute Other Ground Meats for Hamburger Meat?

Yes, you can easily follow the instructions on this post to cook ground turkey, ground chicken or even ground pork. Of course, you can use ground venison in these tasty ground beef Instant Pot recipes as well. I do it all the time with good results!

Can You Put Raw Ground Beef/Hamburger in the Instant Pot Pressure Cooker?

Yes and no. You can cook a whole block of ground beef in the Instant Pot under pressure on the trivet (directions below). When you do so, it allows the grease to drain below the trivet.

I would not cook ground beef in the pressure cooker with other ingredients in a recipe (unless it’s spices like onion powder, garlic powder, etc.). If it has any fat content, it will make your cooked dish too greasy. You will want to brown it using the Sauté function or precook it under pressure in the Instant Pot.

How Do you Cook Ground Beef in an Instant Pot?

Using theSauté method:

Turn the Instant Pot to Sauté.
Set the timer for 15 minutes. (You can always turn it off, but it’s a pain if the timer runs out before you’re done cooking it.)
Place meat in the bottom of the Instant Pot and stir regularly, as if you were using a skillet.
Drain meat, be sure to use hot pads when lifting the bowl out (or just use low fat beef).
Return beef to the pot, to continue cooking your recipe.

Using the pressure method:

Place trivet in the bottom of the pot, along with 1 cup of water.
Add ground beef on top of trivet.
Close lid and shut valve (turn it to sealing, not venting).
Set the timer for 20 minutes and make sure that your pressure setting is set to high (not low).
Once the timer goes off, Quick release the steam.
Remove lid and block of beef.
Using forks, bear claws or just your hands (after it has cooled), tear apart the meat into chunks.

As for the draining of the meat part, if you buy meat that has much fat in it, you will want to drain the fat first. I like to use my Easy Greasy Colander to do that. It has a handy bowl that fits under it, to catch the grease. After I drain the grease, I typically rinse it, too, to get any excess fat off.

You can see it pictured below…

How to Cook Frozen Ground Beef in the Instant Pot

This method is basically the same as cooking it under pressure above, we’ve just adjusted the time a bit.

Place the trivet in the bottom of the Instant Pot.
Place your frozen ground beef on top of the trivet.
Add 1 cup of water.
Close the lid and the valve.
Press Manual/Pressure Cook, high pressure and set your cooking time to 30 minutes.
Quick release the pressure.
Use a spoon or fork to break the meat up into clumps.

I currently have the 6 quart and 8 quart Instant Pot. I use and love both of them regularly I also have a spring form pan that will fit into my pot as well. This works perfectly for some recipes.

Which Recipe is Your Family’s Favorite Hamburger Recipe for the Instant Pot?

ahh, I’m so glad you asked! :). We really enjoy the Meatloaf and Potatoes as well as the Ground Beef Stroganoff. I’d say those are definitely 2 of our absolute favorites from this list.

I’d love to know what yours is, too, even if it’s not on this list. Leave me a comment below to share what your favorite ground beef recipe is!

I’m hoping you will find some family favorites out of these 30 plus Instant Pot recipes with ground beef. We really enjoy most of the recipes on this list! Be sure to sign up to receive a free Freezer to Instant Pot One Week Meal Plan. It’ll make your meal planning this week so much easier!

If you’re interested in also seeing a great list of slow cooker ground beef recipes, click here.

Instant Pot Ground Beef Recipes

Instant Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff

Ground Beef Stroganoff is one of our families’s favorite Instant Pot ground beef meals because it is so simple & easy. After you’ve tried it, you’ll wonder why it’s not on your meal plan every week!

Instant Pot Enchilada Pasta

For a bit of a Mexican food flare, try this delicious Enchilada Pasta ground beef pressure cooker recipe. Top it with some sour cream to finish the taste and you’ll be happy you stayed home and cooked for dinner tonight! This dish is perfect for a quick meal when you know you’ll be on the go.

Instant Pot Chili Mac

I love using ground beef Instant Pot recipes! Not only is this dish just plain delicious, it’s also so easy to dump and go….putting it all on automatic in the pressure cooker! Even my kids love this Chlil Mac recipe, which is a HUGE win for me.

Instant Pot Porcupine Meat Balls

This is one of those pressure cooker ground beef recipes that your family will ask for again and again. With rice in the meat mixture, this recipe gives you a unique taste that you’re sure to enjoy!

To find more Instant Pot recipes on Sidetracked Sarah, please visit the Instant Pot section of my site.

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30+ Instant Pot Ground Beef Recipes

This list of Instant Pot Ground Beef recipes is the best list to keep on hand for busy days. They're pretty inexpensive, too!

Course Main Dish

Cuisine All

Keyword 30+ Instant Pot Ground Beef Recipes

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 6 -8

Calories 192kcal

Author Sarah Robinson

Ingredients

Ground Beef
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Instant Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff
Instant Pot Enchilada Pasta
Instant Pot Chili Mac
Instant Pot Porcupine Meat Balls
How to Cook Frozen Ground Beef in the Instant Pot
Instant Pot Meat Loaf and Mashed Potatoes
Instant Pot Taco Meat
Instant Pot Beef & Cheesy Potatoes
Instant Pot Sloppy Joes
Instant Pot Cheeseburger Macaroni
Instant Pot One Pot Spaghetti
Instant Pot Goulash
Instant Pot Wendy's Copy Cat Chili
Instant Pot Taco Pie
Instant Pot Salisbury Steak
Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup
Instant Pot Sweet Potato Chili
Instant Pot Shepherd's Pie
Instant Pot Taco Soup
Instant Pot Stuffed Bell Peppers
Instant Pot Beefy Broccoli Rice
Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup
Instant Pot Stuffed Cabbage Soup
Instant Pot Pasta e fa*gioli
Instant Pot Meat Ball Subs
Instant Pot Minestrone
Instant Pot Egg Rolls in a bowl
Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup
Instant Pot Easy Chili Recipe
Instant Pot Korean Beef & Rice
Instant Pot Beef & Potato Soup

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