Instant Pot Pork Stew

Turn pork shoulder into a flavorful, simple pork stew using your Instant Pot. Red wine, carrots, and tomato paste add richness and flavor.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 50 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 198 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup beef broth
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup red wine
• 4 stalks celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 onion, cut into large chunks
• 2 pounds pork shoulder, cut into 6 pieces
• 0.5 pound baby carrots

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 15 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

Step 2

Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Sauté function. Add oil; heat for 1 minute. Meanwhile, season pork with salt and pepper. Add to the pot; cook and stir until evenly browned on all sides, 4 to 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add flour; cook and stir for 1 to 2 minutes. Deglaze the pot with wine, broth, and tomato paste, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom.

Step 5

Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in onion, carrots, celery, garlic, and bay leaves. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 15 minutes. Allow 5 minutes for pressure to build.