Instant Pot Beef Bone Broth
Instant Pot beef bone broth is a nourishing, savory elixir that offers warmth and comfort with every sip. Rich in flavor and nutrients, this quick recipe transforms simple ingredients into a wholesome base for soups, stews, or even enjoyed on its own. Using an Instant Pot makes the cooking process effortless, allowing busy cooks to savor homemade goodness in no time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 lbs beef bones (marrow or knuckle)
- 10 cups filtered water
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 large onion, quartered (skin on)
- 2 whole carrots
- 2 whole celery stalks
- 4 garlic cloves, smashed (unpeeled)
- 2 tsp dried thyme or 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Rinse beef bones under cold water and pat dry. For enhanced flavor, roast them at 400°F for about 30 minutes.
- Add beef bones, water, apple cider vinegar, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, thyme, and bay leaves to the Instant Pot.
- Seal the lid and set the valve to 'Sealing.' Select 'Soup' or 'Manual' mode and cook on high pressure for 120 minutes.
- Allow natural pressure release for one hour before manually releasing any remaining pressure.
- Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve into another pot or bowl.
- Let it cool before transferring to jars; refrigerate for up to five days or freeze for later use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup / 240 ml
- Calories: 86
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg