This traditional Southern stew is the perfect combination of delicious tomato broth, hearty vegetables and rich luscious meat. while it's not as thick as many stews, it's one recipe that's sure to fill even the hungriest bellies.
Directions for: Instant Pot Brunswick Stew
Ingredients
1 lb(s) chuck roast, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 Tbsp olive oil
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 28-oz can diced tomatoes
2 Tbsp light brown sugar
2 Tbsp tomato paste
1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp hot sauce
1 12-oz smoked ham hock
1 cup frozen corn
1 cup frozen lima beans
1 cup frozen peas
1 russet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
Bread, cornbread, biscuits or saltine crackers, for serving
Directions
1. Set a 6-quart Instant Pot to high saute (see Cook's Note) and allow it to heat up for 3 to 4 minutes. Sprinkle the beef with 1 teaspoon salt and a generous amount of pepper. Add 2 tablespoons of the oil to the pot and sear the beef on all sides until golden brown, 7 to 8 minutes. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate with a slotted spoon.
2. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the pot with the carrots, celery and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the tomatoes, sugar, tomato paste, Worcestershire, hot sauce, 2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of pepper and stir until combined. Add the beef, ham hock, corn, lima beans, peas, potatoes and 2 cups water and stir to combine.
3. Follow the manufacturer's guide for locking the lid and preparing to cook. Set to pressure cook on high for 30 minutes.
4. after the pressure-cook cycle is complete, follow the manufacturer's guide for quick release and wait until the quick-release cycle is complete. being careful of any remaining steam, unlock and remove the lid.
5. Remove the ham hock, cut off any meat and return it to the stew; discard the bone. Season the stew with salt and pepper and serve with bread, cornbread, biscuits or saltine crackers.
Tips and Substitutions
Special equipment: a 6- or 8-quart Instant Pot multi-cooker
Cooks NoteSettings may vary on your Instant Pot depending on the model. Please refer to the manufacturer's guide.
Source and Credits
Courtesy of Food Network Kitchen
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