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    Pressure Cooker Beef Shank Stew

    1.5 hrs 4 servings Easy

    This recipe uses Shank beef — specifically Cross-Cut Shank (12-16 oz per piece).

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    Prep

    15 min

    Cook

    1.25 hrs

    Total

    1.5 hrs

    A pressure cooker does in 90 minutes what a Dutch oven does in 3 hours. Beef shanks become meltingly tender, the marrow enriches the stew, and the collagen creates a velvety, stick-to-your-ribs broth.

    What Ingredients Do You Need?

    • 3 lbs Cross-cut beef shanks
    • 1 lb Potatoes, cubed
    • 3 Carrots, chunked
    • 1 Onion, diced
    • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
    • 2 cups Beef broth
    • 2 tbsp Tomato paste
    • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
    • 3 sprigs Herbs (thyme, rosemary)

    How Do You Make Pressure Cooker Beef Shank Stew?

    1. 1

      Sear

      Brown shanks on all sides using the sauté function.

    2. 2

      Add aromatics

      Sauté onion and garlic. Add tomato paste.

    3. 3

      Pressure cook

      Add broth, Worcestershire, and herbs. Cook on high pressure for 45 minutes. Natural release 15 minutes.

    4. 4

      Add vegetables

      Add potatoes and carrots. Pressure cook 8 more minutes. Quick release.

    What Are the Pro Tips for This Recipe?

    • 💡 Natural release is important — it continues the tenderizing process.

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