I don't eat a lot of meat, but every so often, I just get in one of those moods where all I want to eat is some steak or ribs or a slab of beef. Generally speaking, I also don't want to wait around forever dealing with cooking it, which is where the Instant Pot comes in [1]. You can make a variety of steak, beef, and rib recipes right in this fancy gadget, and it's simple and pretty quick.
If you're hungry for tacos or maybe a meaty pasta dish or just some straight-up ribs, we have some delicious options for you to choose from for your next dinner. Scroll through for 13 meaty ideas, but check out our vegetarian options [2] if meat isn't your thing.
Short Ribs
These short ribs come out juicy and tender from the Instant Pot.
Get the recipe: short ribs [4]
Thai-Style Brisket
This brisket dish combines all the aromatic flavors you love in Thai food.
Get the recipe: Thai-style brisket [5]
Philly Cheesesteak Soup
You can turn one of your favorite steak sandwiches into a soup with this clever recipe.
Get the recipe: Philly cheesesteak soup [6]
Gyros
It's so easy to make beef gyros in your Instant Pot with this recipe.
Get the recipe: gyros [7]
Barbacoa
You can use this barbacoa in a variety of ways, but who doesn't love a good taco?
Get the recipe: barbacoa [8]
French Dip
The meat for these french dip sandwiches comes together in under an hour. So quick!
Get the recipe: french dip [9]
Beef Bourguignon
The red wine in this recipe really brings out the flavors of the beef and vegetables.
Get the recipe: beef bourguignon [10]
Ribs
Yes, you can even make ribs in the Instant Pot! This recipe calls for pork ribs, but you can easily use beef ribs.
Get the recipe: ribs [11]
Short Rib Ragu
This ragu goes great with gnocchi — or any pasta, really.
Get the recipe: short rib ragu [12]
Beef and Broccoli
You won't be able to resist the sweet, sticky sauce on this dish!
Get the recipe: beef and broccoli [13]
Carne Asada
If you want the perfect tacos for Taco Tuesday, this recipe is the one.
Get the recipe: carne asada [14]
Swiss Steak
It's so easy to whip up this household favorite in your Instant Pot. We imagine it'll become a regular at dinnertime.
Get the recipe: swiss steak [15]
Korean Tacos
One of the key ingredients in cooking the meat for these tacos is pears. Yes, pears!
Get the recipe: Korean tacos [16]
Don't Have an Instant Pot?
You can buy an Instant Pot [17] ($100) here!
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