Corned Beef Done Right – The Best Instant Pot Recipe

Corned beef is one of those things that’s been around for centuries, but not many people know how to make it. It’s actually pretty simple to make, and if you have an Instant Pot, then you can skip the long hours of simmering in the oven or on the stovetop.

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Here is our go-to recipe for a delicious corned beef dinner party or just a regular weeknight meal:

Prep the Corned Beef

Place the corned beef in a large bowl or container.
Add enough cold water to cover the meat, then add 2 tablespoons of kosher salt for every 5 pounds of meat.
Stir until it dissolves, then place the covered bowl in your refrigerator for at least 24 hours (48 is best). You’ll know your cornea is done brining when it’s no longer pink and has turned a deep shade of red-brown instead!

Season and cook

Add the corned beef to the instant pot.
Pour in water and spices, then set your pressure cooker for 45 minutes at high pressure on manual mode.

Shred the beef

Shred the corned beef with two forks or use the shredding blade of a food processor.

If you have time, use your hands to break up larger pieces and shred it as finely as possible.

This corned beef recipe is so easy you’ll want to make it again next year.

Easy: This recipe is simple, with just a few ingredients and steps. It takes 30 minutes from start to finish–and that’s including prep time!
Delicious: The result is tender, flavorful meat that will please even picky eaters at your table. If you’re looking for something different than the usual pot roast or stew this winter, give this dish a try.
Traditional: This recipe tastes just like my mom used to make when I was growing up (minus the cabbage). It’s an old-fashioned favorite that everyone will enjoy eating on St Patrick’s Day or any time of year!
Good for a crowd: One brisket makes enough food for 10-12 people (depending on how much they eat). If there are leftovers after dinner tonight–which there probably won’t be–they’ll keep well in the fridge until tomorrow’s lunchtime sandwiches or tomorrow night’s shepherd’s pie…or both!

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