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Tender Instant Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage Recipe Easy Perfect Stovetop Meal

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A quick and easy Instant Pot recipe for tender corned beef and perfectly cooked cabbage, ideal for family dinners and celebrations like St. Patrick’s Day.

Ingredients

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  • 3 to 4 pounds corned beef brisket (with spice packet included)
  • 4 cups water or beef broth
  • 4 large garlic cloves, smashed
  • 1 large onion, quartered
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
  • 4 whole cloves
  • 1 medium head cabbage, cut into wedges
  • 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into chunks (optional)
  • 6 small Yukon Gold or red potatoes, halved or quartered
  • Mustard or horseradish sauce for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the corned beef brisket under cold water to remove excess brine and place it into the Instant Pot.
  2. Add smashed garlic cloves, quartered onion, bay leaves, peppercorns, and whole cloves. Pour in 4 cups of water or beef broth, ensuring the brisket is mostly submerged.
  3. Close the lid, set the valve to ‘Sealing,’ and select the ‘Pressure Cook’ or ‘Manual’ setting. Cook on high pressure for 90 minutes.
  4. Allow the pressure to release naturally for 15 minutes, then switch the valve to ‘Venting’ to release any remaining pressure.
  5. Open the lid and add cabbage wedges, carrots, and potatoes on top of the brisket. Close the lid, seal, and cook on high pressure for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Immediately release the pressure manually to avoid overcooking the vegetables.
  7. Carefully remove the brisket and vegetables with tongs and let the meat rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain into thin pieces.
  8. Arrange sliced corned beef with cooked cabbage, carrots, and potatoes on a platter. Spoon some cooking liquid over the top and serve with mustard or horseradish sauce.

Notes

Rinse the brisket before cooking to reduce saltiness. Use natural pressure release to keep meat tender. Add vegetables after initial cooking to prevent mushiness. Slice against the grain for best tenderness. Keep an eye on liquid level to avoid burning.

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Keywords: corned beef, cabbage, Instant Pot, pressure cooker, St. Patrick's Day, easy dinner, comfort food, brisket, potatoes, carrots

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