Can You Cook Frozen Beef in Pressure Cooker
The answer, like your cook time with this amazing pressure cooker, is short. Yes!
Since the Instant Pot hit the market in 2010, it's become one of the hottest products on Amazon.com. (There's even a Bluetooth-connected version of the appliance now!) And one common question people are asking about this electric pressure cooker? If it's safe to cook frozen meat inside this miracle appliance. Happily, for them, the answer is a resounding yes—and it works even better if you take a simple step beforehand.
Tack on Some Time
The Instant Pot is a countertop pro when it comes to cooking meats, even if they're frozen, but the manufacturer points out that there is a longer preheat and cook time for frozen meats, which is based on the amount of food you are going to cook. Our writer used Instant Pot's directions on her own countertop cooker, with great results.
The simple step to save you even more time? Some experts recommend that you cut up larger, thicker cuts of meat (roasts, breasts, sirloin, pork tenderloin, you name it) before you freeze them. Yep, all you have to do is chop it up while it's fresh. Those smaller pieces will be easier to get in to the pot and quicker to cook.
More Reasons to Love Instant Pot
There's almost nothing this small appliance can't do. It serves not only as a pressure cooker, but it can also function as a steamer, yogurt maker, a slow cooker or even as a warming pot. This highly rated appliance can do just about anything you need it to do in the kitchen.
People using the old pressure-cooking method from the past know that it could be finicky at best and potentially dangerous at worst. But the Instant Pot makes pressure-cooking safer, more hands-off. Plus it offers you the ability to cook up to six times faster than traditional methods, while at the same time reducing the energy required to operate the appliance.
And if there was ever a reason to make the switch from the slow cooker, being able to go straight from freezer to pot might have to be the one. Stock your freezer with ready-to-go roasts, and you'll be eating well on the quick (and easy).
Our Beefiest Instant Pot Recipes
Pressure-Cooker Mushroom Pot Roast
Packed with wholesome veggies and tender beef, this is one company-special entree that will delight all ages. Serve mashed potatoes alongside to soak up every last drop of the beefy gravy. —Angie Stewart, Topeka, Kansas
Pressure Cooker Hoisin Meatballs
I love the start of fall because that means it's football season! Meatballs are filling and hearty and great for a tailgate. I served this for the first time at my favorite team's home opener. My best friend, who hates meatballs, couldn't get enough of them! I created a meatball convert! Woo-hoo! If you are serving children and prefer not to add the wine, substitute beef broth instead.—Lisa de Perio, Dallas, Texas
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Pressure-Cooker Fabulous Fajitas
When friends call to ask for new recipes to try, suggest these tasty fajitas. Top as you like to add healthy color and extra flavor. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Pressure Cooker Caribbean Pot Roast
This dish is definitely an all-year recipe. Sweet potatoes, orange zest and baking cocoa are my surprise ingredients. —Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California
Pressure-Cooker Beef and Rice Cabbage Rolls
My family can't wait for dinner when I serve my tasty cabbage rolls. The dish comes together in a pinch and always satisfies. —Lynn Bowen, Geraldine, Alabama
Pressure-Cooker Spicy Beef Vegetable Stew
This zesty ground beef and vegetable soup is flavorful and comes together so quickly. It makes a complete meal when served with warm cornbread, sourdough or French bread, if you can squeak in a few more calories. —Lynnette Davis, Tullahoma, Tennessee
Pressure-Cooker Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches
Melt-in-your-mouth delicious! For this steak and cheese recipe, I like to saute extra onions and green pepper just until they are al dente to add to the top of the meat before melting the cheese. —Kimberly Wallace, Dennison, Ohio
Pressure-Cooker Pot Roast Hash
I love to cook a "Sunday style" pot roast for weeknights. Make it into pot roast hash for any day of the week. —Gina Jackson, Ogdensburg, New York
Pressure-Cooker Swiss Steak
Swiss steak has a been a standby for family cooks for decades, and this no-fuss way to cook it promises to keep the entree popular for years to come. Best of all, it's low in calories and fat. —Sarah Burks, Wathena, Kansas
Beef and Black Bean Spaghetti Squash
I've been working on developing healthier recipes that still taste fabulous—and keep me satisfied. This squash tossed with beef, beans and kale has so much flavor it's easy to forget it's good for you! —Charlotte Cravins, Opelousas, Louisiana
Pressure-Cooker Beefy Cabbage Bean Stew
While we were on a small-group quilting retreat, one of my friends made this wonderful recipe for dinner. We all loved it and have since passed the recipe around for others to enjoy—now I'm passing it on to you. —Melissa Glancy, La Grange, Kentucky
Pressure-Cooker Beef and Beans
This deliciously spicy steak and beans over rice will have friends asking for more. It's a favorite in my recipe collection. —Marie Leamon, Bethesda, Maryland
Pressure-Cooker Mexican Shredded Beef Wraps
The first time I served these wrap sandwiches was at the party after my son's baptism. Everyone liked them so much that it's become one of my go-to party recipes. —Amy Lents, Grand Forks, North Dakota
Pressure-Cooker Beef Short Ribs with Chutney
Slow-roasted tender meats can happen in half the time if you have the right equipment. I like to serve these savory beef short ribs over mashed potatoes, egg noodles or rice. —Caitlin Marcellino, Apopka, Florida
Pressure-Cooker Beef and Veggie Sloppy Joes
Because I'm always looking for ways to serve my family healthy and delicious food, I started experimenting with my go-to veggies and ground beef. I came up with this favorite that my kids actually request! —Megan Niebuhr, Yakima WA
Pressure Cooker Spice-Braised Pot Roast
Herbs and spices give the beef an excellent flavor. I often serve this roast over noodles or with mashed potatoes, using the juices as a gravy. —Loren Martin, Big Cabin, Oklahoma
Pressure-Cooker Sauerbraten
One of my all-time favorite German dishes is sauerbraten, but I don't love that it normally takes five to 10 days to make. Using an electric pressure cooker, I think I've captured that same distinctive flavor in less than two hours. —James Schend, Deputy Editor, Taste of Home
Instant Pot Chili con Carne
Although multicookers can't replace every tool in the kitchen, they sure are coming close. Chili con carne is one of our favorite dishes to re-create in them. This cooks up fast but tastes like it simmered all day! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Pressure-Cooker Mexican Beef Soup
My family loves this stew, and I'm happy to make it since it's so simple! Serve the dish with cornbread to make the meal even more filling. —Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas
Pressure-Cooker Beef Stew
I like to serve this twist on traditional stew with fresh rolls on crusty bread. The roast and vegetables cook quickly and make a comforting meal. My family loves this unique pressure cooker beef stew. —Joanne Wright, Niles, MI
Pressure-Cooker Ground Beef Stroganoff
My mother gave me this recipe 40 years ago. It's a wonderfully tasty dish that's perfect for a pressure cooker. —Sue Mims, Macclenny, Florida
Pressure-Cooker Short Ribs
These tender pressure-cooker short ribs explode with flavor, and they're a quick and easy alternative to traditionally braised short ribs. Serve with egg noodles, rice or polenta. .—Rebekah Beyer, Sabetha, Kansas
Pressure-Cooker Beef Tips
These beef tips remind me of a childhood favorite. I cook them with mushrooms and serve over brown rice, noodles or mashed potatoes. Here's one of the best Instant Pot recipes for a quick and easy dinner. —Amy Lents, Grand Forks, North Dakota
Pressure-Cooker Beef Brisket in Beer
One bite of this super tender brisket and your family will be hooked! The rich gravy is perfect for spooning over a side of creamy mashed potatoes. —Eunice Stoen, Decorah, Iowa
Pressure-Cooker Beef Osso Bucco
Our beef osso bucco boasts a thick, savory sauce complemented by the addition of gremolata, a chopped herb condiment made of lemon zest, garlic and parsley. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Source: https://www.tasteofhome.com/article/is-it-safe-to-cook-frozen-meat-in-an-instant-pot/
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