These tender, melt-in-your-mouth instant pot boneless beef short ribs can be ready in less than an hour. A very comforting dish that comes together easily all in one pot. It's the ultimate cold-weather comfort food!
Today, I am going to show you how to cook classic beef short ribs in the fastest and easiest way using an Instant Pot.
These tender Instant Pot beef short ribs simmered in a rich red wine sauce make a wonderful family dinner!
It's the perfect instant pot meal that not only adults will love but your kids will enjoy it too (mine sure did).
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Ingredients
This simple short ribs recipe consists of:
- Beef short ribs. The star of the dish, beef short ribs provide a rich, meaty flavor and become tender and succulent when cooked in the Instant Pot.
- Dry red wine. Red wine adds depth and complexity to the dish, enhancing the sauce's flavor and helping to tenderize the meat. If you're wondering what the best red wine is for stew: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Zinfandel, Sangiovese, and Cabernet are all great choices.
- Beef broth. Beef broth forms the base of the cooking liquid, providing moisture and a savory background for the ribs to simmer in.
- Onion. Onions add depth and sweetness to the sauce, complementing the savory beef flavor.
- Garlic. Garlic infuses the dish with its distinctive flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall taste.
- Thyme. Thyme adds herbal notes to the dish, balancing the richness of the beef and enhancing the sauce's complexity.
- Paprika. Paprika provides a subtle smokiness and color to the sauce, enhancing its visual appeal and flavor profile.
- Tomato paste. Tomato paste adds depth, thickness, and a hint of sweetness to the sauce, balancing the savory elements.
- Carrot. Carrots contribute natural sweetness and texture to the dish, and they also help balance the flavors.
- Corn starch. Cornstarch thickens the sauce, giving it a velvety consistency and helping it cling to the beef and other ingredients.
- Kosher salt. Kosher salt is used to season the beef and enhance its natural flavor, as well as season the overall dish.
- Black pepper. Black pepper adds a pleasant heat and depth of flavor to the dish, complementing the other spices and ingredients.
What are Boneless Beef Short Ribs?
Short ribs have lots of meats on them and they are the most popular cut for BBQ and also taste good for stew.
Boneless short ribs are cut from the chuck or plate, and consist of rib meat separated from the bone, which helps makes it perfect for this Instant Pot Boneless Beef Short Ribs recipe.
Boneless beef short ribs are larger and meatier than pork spare ribs.
As an alternative, the chuck roast is the best substitute when boneless short ribs are unavailable.
Beef Short Ribs Nutrition Facts:
Beef short ribs are rich in protein, and B12 but also high in fat.
A 3-ounce portion of ribs contains about 210 calories, more than 30 grams of total fat, and 13 grams of saturated fat.
Instant Pot Boneless Beef Short Ribs Cooking Time:
Cooking short ribs until tender can take up to 2 ½ hours (or even longer) in the oven.
With an instant pot, you only need to cook it for 30 minutes (plus 15 extra minutes for natural release) and an additional 2 minutes to cook the vegetable (carrots).
So, if you are looking for an easy braised beef short ribs recipe that has all the flavor and no fuss, this Instant Pot Boneless Beef Short Ribs recipe is for you. It's not only tasty but it will also save you hours of cooking time.
How to Cook Short Ribs in an Instant Pot:
While the list of ingredients may be long, this dish is actually pretty quick and easy to prepare. So, here are some important steps to follow:
Step 1. Brown the Short Ribs
- Season short ribs with salt and pepper. Heat oil in an Instant Pot, working in batches, and brown short ribs on all sides.
Step 2. Deglaze
- Deglaze the pan with dry red wine. As the liquid simmers, scrape up any crispy bits from the bottom of the Instant Pot with a wooden spoon or spatula to prevent burning.
Step 3. Pressure Cook
- Add all of the ingredients, including browned short ribs into the pot.
- Cook it on a manual setting for 30 minutes. When the cooking is done, let the Instant Pot release pressure naturally.
Step 4. Cook the Carrot
This is optional.
- Add chopped carrots into the pot and select the "manual" setting and cook for 2 minutes.
- When the cooking cycle is completed, quickly release the pressure.
What to Serve with Short Ribs:
I served these instant pot short ribs with egg noodles.
They taste perfect with polenta, or a burger bun too.
It's also great game-day food. If busy prepping for other things while hosting, the braised short ribs can be a make-ahead meal.
How to Store Leftover Cooked Short Ribs:
When properly stored, cooked beef ribs will last for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator or up to 2 months in the freezer.
Check Out More Delicious Instant Pot Recipes
- Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings
- Dry Rub Chicken Wings
- Korean BBQ Wings
- Brisket - Pulled Beef for Sliders
- Great Northern Bean Soup
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📖 Recipe
Instant Pot Boneless Beef Short Ribs
Ingredients
- 3 pounds boneless beef short ribs
- 1 ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ½ cup dry red wine
- ½ cup low sodium beef broth
- 1 medium onion (cut into 8 wedges)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 4 carrots (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon corn starch
- 1-2 tablespoon water
- fresh parsley (chopped)
- egg noodle
Method
- Brown the short ribs: Season boneless short ribs with 1 ½ teaspoon of kosher salt. Select the "Sauté" setting on high heat. When the IP displays "Hot", heat the oil. Working in batches, add boneless beef short ribs. Cook for about 3 minutes on each side or until browned. Set aside.
- Deglaze: Add dry red wine. Stir and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the instant pot. Bring the red wine to a boil and cook until it is reduced by ⅓ for about 1 minute.
- Pressure Cook: Add beef broth, garlic, onion, dried thyme, paprika, tomato paste, black pepper, salt and browned boneless beef short ribs to the instant pot.Secure the lid and select the "Manual" setting. Adjust time to 30 minutes on high pressure. When cooking is done, let the IP release pressure naturally.
- Pressure Cook the Carrots: Open the lid. Add chopped carrots then secure the lid again. Select the "Manual" setting, adjust time to 2 minutes on high pressure. When cooking is completed, quick release to depressurize.
- To Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix in 1 tablespoon of water with 1 tablespoon of corn starch. Set the instant pot to "sauté", add the flour mixture and let stew simmer until thickened. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Turn off the instant pot and sprinkle the stew with some fresh parsley. Serve immediately with egg noodles, polenta or on a bun.
Keith says
Making this recipe tonight, however just realized we have bone-in short ribs. Will the recipe still work, thinking I'll need to increase the pressure cooking time? Thanks!
Rika says
Hi Keith,
Yes, it still works but you need to cook them for 45 minutes. Please let me know how it goes.
Best,
Rika
Dianne says
Very tasty..followed instructions, but wrapped chunked carrots in foil and placed on top of meat…had to cook the meat 10 minutes longer than recipe called for. Gravy was superb!
Rika says
You will never go wrong cooking tough meet for a bit longer. Thanks so much for the feedback!
Ann says
Made it tonight and loved it, thank you!
Rika says
Hi Ann,
You're welcome. I am glad that it turned out well and that you loved it.
Best,
Rika
Pamela Schmidt says
I made it last night and it was absolutely delicious. Thanks so much for providing this wonderful recipe.
Rika says
Hi Pamela,
You're very welcome! And thanks for taking the time to share your feedback. I'm glad to hear that this recipe turned out well and you enjoyed it.
Best,
Rika
J. says
This recipe is so easy to make and it's definitely a keeper. I've made this twice now and both times it was great. I did make a few changes based on what I had on hand, my dietary restrictions and family members personal tastes. It was still delicious and everyone gobbled it up. The changes I made were minor- I used shallots instead of onion, I didn't use the garlic at all, I only used 1/4 tsp of Thyme, I added 2- 4oz cans of mushrooms with the liquid (fresh mushrooms would have been better but I didn't have any). The second time I made it, I cooked it for 27 minutes, then added the carrots and cooked it for 3 more minutes. It was fabulous. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans.
Rika says
Wow, thank you so much for the thoughtful feedback, J! I love how you made the recipe your own with the changes and adaptations — that’s exactly what cooking is all about! I’m so glad it worked out for you and that your family enjoyed it. Your tweaks sound delicious, and I’m sure others will find your tips helpful too. Thanks again for sharing your experience!
Best,
Rika
DawnBly says
would be nice to be able to cut down sodium & potassium...any suggestions?
Rika says
Hi Dawn, that’s a great question! The sodium and potassium calculations are based on 4 large servings of meat and the assumption that every person will consume all the liquid produced in the pot, which I think is unlikely for most people. So, if you’re looking to reduce sodium, I’d recommend consuming less broth or liquid.
As for potassium, based on what I found online, a 3-ounce serving of boneless beef short ribs contains around 230-305 milligrams of potassium. Depending on your goals, you can adjust the amount of meat to make sure you stay within your potassium target.
Let me know if you have any questions! Rika