Instant Pot Swiss Steak Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 pounds bottom round steak, 1 inch thick and trimmed of fat
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil, divided (or as needed)
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped (Optional)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• cup carrot, chopped
• cup chopped celery
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• cup Merlot wine
• 2 cups canned chopped Italian-style tomatoes in juice
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika

Directions:

1. Pat the steak dry with paper towels, then cut it into four 4-inch pieces. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
2. Place the flour in a shallow bowl. Dredge the steak pieces in the flour, shaking off any excess.
3. Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (like an Instant Pot) and select the Saut function. Heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil in the pot. Working in batches, sear the steak in the hot oil until browned, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer the browned steak to a warm plate and set aside.
4. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of avocado oil to the pot. Cook and stir the chopped bell pepper, onion, carrot, and celery in the hot oil until the onion becomes soft and translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
5. Pour in the Merlot wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
6. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon of salt, oregano, and paprika.
7. Return the seared steak to the pot, pushing it down into the tomato mixture to ensure its well-covered.
8. Close and lock the lid of the pressure cooker. Select the manual pressure setting according to the manufacturers instructions and set the timer for 30 minutes.
9. Allow the pressure to build up for 10 to 15 minutes. Once the cooking cycle is complete, let the pressure release naturally for about 5 minutes.
10. Carefully open the valve to release any remaining pressure, which should take another 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 337
• Total Fat: 14g (18% Daily Value)
• Saturated Fat: 3g (16% Daily Value)
• Cholesterol: 74mg (25% Daily Value)
• Sodium: 982mg (43% Daily Value)
• Total Carbohydrates: 20g (7% Daily Value)
• Dietary Fiber: 4g (13% Daily Value)
• Total Sugars: 8g
• Protein: 28g (56% Daily Value)
• Vitamin C: 41mg (46% Daily Value)
• Calcium: 98mg (8% Daily Value)
• Iron: 7mg (39% Daily Value)
• Potassium: 677mg (14% Daily Value)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.