{"id":3864,"date":"2020-02-29T12:09:34","date_gmt":"2020-02-29T19:09:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/?p=3864"},"modified":"2022-01-22T11:54:08","modified_gmt":"2022-01-22T18:54:08","slug":"pressure-cooker-corned-beef-and-cabbage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/pressure-cooker-corned-beef-and-cabbage\/","title":{"rendered":"Instant Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Instant Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage<\/strong> is sure to be the shining star of your St. Patrick\u2019s Day menu. Your pressure cooker or Instant Pot is the easiest and fastest way to make tender and juicy corned beef and cabbage. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This easy Corned Beef and Cabbage recipe <\/strong>is about to turn everything you thought you knew about corned beef on its head. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

First of all, this Instant Pot recipe is fast! While slow-cooked corned beef has to cook all day, this pressure cooker corned beef cook time is 90 minutes. And the best part is that most of the time is totally hands-off, thanks to your pressure cooker!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2618\ufe0f Get ready to embrace this wonderful classic Irish meal just in time to celebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day. \u2618\ufe0f <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This recipe can be paired with <\/em>Creamy Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes<\/em><\/a>, and <\/em>Pressure Cooker Nutella Rolo Cheesecake<\/em><\/a> for dessert<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Update: <\/strong>Since first posting this recipe years ago, I\u2019ve made this dish countless times. We’ve updated this post to answer common reader questions about making corned beef and cabbage and a video so you can see for yourself how easy it really is. Enjoy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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What Is Corned Beef?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s start with the basics: what exactly is corned beef? No, it doesn\u2019t have anything to do with corn. Rather, corned beef is a brisket cured with salt to make it into corned beef. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

(\u201cCorn\u201d refers to the large \u201ccorns\u201d of rock salt traditionally used to cure the meat. This curing process keeps the meat perfectly moist and gives it a signature pink color.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Growing up, I avoided corned beef altogether\u2014for some reason, I was expecting rubbery canned meats, rather than the tender and juicy brisket it actually is. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even my picky eater daughter was shocked by how flavorful and delicious this Instant Pot Corned Beef turned out!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to Choose the Right Cut of Meat?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For this Instant Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage<\/strong> recipe, look for flat cut corned beef brisket. This is usually a fairly uniform, flat piece of meat that will cook more evenly than point cut brisket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flat cut brisket also makes a nicer presentation than point cut brisket. Plus, the layer of fat on the bottom of the cut melts in the pressure cooker to create silky and flavorful juices for this dish. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udca1 For best results, start with meat that\u2019s a uniform thickness<\/strong>. This ensures that your meat will cook fully and evenly in the pressure cooker. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you end up with a portion of meat that\u2019s too large for your pressure cooker, simply slice the brisket in half or smaller pieces and arrange it as best you can inside the bowl. Don\u2019t squish the meat inside. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to Make Corned Beef and Cabbage in ANY Brand of Electric Pressure Cooker <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This Corned Beef and Cabbage recipe will work in any brand of electric pressure cooker, including the Instant Pot<\/a>, Ninja Foodi<\/a>, or Power Pressure Cooker XL<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Start by rinsing your cut of beef in cold water. This removes any excess salt from curing. <\/li>
  2. Next, combine the seasoning, onion, and garlic in your pressure cooking pot. Arrange the meat on the wire rack above the aromatics. (Note: the rack is not necessary, but it makes removing the meat a bit easier.)<\/li>
  3. Then pour in a quart of beef broth. The broth should come at least halfway up the sides of the meat in your pot. <\/li>
  4. Now, simply seal the lid and cook on High Pressure for 90 minutes. After a 10 minute natural pressure release, you can switch the lever to do a quick release. When you remove the lid, be prepared for a fantastic release of delicious smelling steam. <\/li>
  5. Carefully transfer the meat to a resting area while you cook the potatoes, carrots and cabbage. The veggies have a 3 minutes cook time in the pressure cooker, so you won\u2019t have too wait long. <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    If you are just getting Started with your Instant Pot \/ Pressure Cooker, check out our <\/em>Getting Started Guide here<\/a> and we have easy recipes for beginners<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    It\u2019s important to cook the vegetables after the meat is finished<\/strong> because 90 minutes in a pressure cooker will turn your delicate potatoes and carrots to total mush. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    By separating into two different pressure cook times, we get to use the flavorful cooking liquid from the beef to cook the veggies, which take on all of that tasty flavor without getting overcooked.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Do I Use the Corned Beef Seasoning Packet?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The key is to use the seasoning packet that may come with your cut of brisket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    If your brisket didn\u2019t come with a spice packet, choose a flavorful blend of pickling spices. McCormick makes a great all-around pickling spice blend that you can find at most grocery stores. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Or you can make your own seasoning with this recipe<\/a>. You may already have all of the spices on hand!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    How To Serve Instant Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Now for the best part! Let the meat rest, then serve your stunning Pressure Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    To cut the meat,<\/strong> slice across the grain by positioning your knife perpendicular to the natural grain you can see in the muscle of the brisket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Gingerly slice thin cuts of corned beef. Serve them alongside the tender and flavorful potatoes, carrots, and cabbage for a hearty, yet so easy, Irish meal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    \u2618\ufe0f This meal completes itself as a wonderful St. Patrick\u2019s Day dinner.<\/strong> Serve it with a side of Irish Soda Bread<\/strong><\/a> and pour yourself and your guests a glass of Guinness to get in full spirit! \u2618\ufe0f

    Try one of these delightful St. Patrick\u2019s Day desserts:<\/strong>
    \u2618\ufe0f     St. Patrick’s Day Rice Krispies Treats<\/strong><\/a> make a fun, quick, green-and-white dessert.
    \u2618\ufe0f For something a little more decadent, try these adorable     Boston Cream Cupcakes<\/a><\/strong>. 
    \u2618\ufe0f Or, for a cooler dessert option, make this two-ingredient     Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Pie<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    How to Store & Use Leftover Corned Beef and Cabbage<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    If this recipe makes a little too much corned beef and cabbage for your needs, you\u2019re in luck. Corned beef makes delicious leftovers! <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Store the corned beef and cabbage in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    For an awesome breakfast, you can also use leftover corned beef to replace some of the sausage and ham in our Instant Pot Meat Lover\u2019s Quiche<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Or, try one of these fantastic corned beef recipes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n