Juicy Pressure Cooker Braised Beef
Melt-in-your-mouth braised beef made effortlessly in a pressure cooker in just over an hour. Caramelized onions and sweet bell pepper create a rich, flavourful sauce that coats every slice. A hearty, comforting meal the whole family will love.
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 1 kg (2.2 lb) beef chuck or brisket
- 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 2 medium onions, sliced into rings
- 2 tablespoons coarse salt
- Fresh parsley to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 bay leaves
- Hot water as needed
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Directions
- 1
Season the beef generously with coarse salt at least 2 hours ahead — or overnight for best results. Keep refrigerated until ready to cook.
- 2
Heat olive oil in the pressure cooker over medium-high heat. Sear the beef on all sides until deep golden brown.
- 3
Add the onion rings and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring until softened and slightly caramelized.
- 4
Add the bell pepper strips and bay leaves. Stir to combine and coat everything in the pan drippings.
- 5
Pour in enough hot water to reach halfway up the meat — do not fully submerge.
- 6
Seal the pressure cooker and cook on medium heat for 1 hour once full pressure is reached.
- 7
Release pressure, check tenderness, adjust seasoning and finish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
💡 Chef's Tip
Add a splash of red wine to the cooking liquid for extra depth. Leftovers taste even better the next day — reheat gently with a spoonful of the cooking juices.
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