Tender and flavorful Swiss steak made easily in the Instant Pot

This Instant Pot Swiss Steak recipe is a delicious and hearty dish made with tenderized beef, smothered with a savory tomato-based sauce. The Instant Pot pressure cooker makes the cooking process quick and convenient, while ensuring that the steak turns out tender and full of flavor. Serve it with mashed potatoes or rice for a satisfying meal that will please the whole family.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef round steak, tenderized and cut into serving-sized pieces
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf

Directions

1. In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Dredge each piece of steak in the flour mixture, coating both sides.
2. Turn on the Instant Pot and select the Saute function. Heat the vegetable oil in the pot.
3. Working in batches, brown the steak on both sides in the hot oil. Remove the steak from the pot and set aside.
4. Add the sliced onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
5. Pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, and add the bay leaf. Stir to combine.
6. Return the seared steak to the pot, nestling the pieces into the sauce.
7. Close the Instant Pot lid, making sure the pressure valve is set to the sealing position. Select the Manual/Pressure Cook function and set the cooking time for 25 minutes on high pressure.
8. Once the cooking time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes. Then carefully perform a quick release to release any remaining pressure.
9. Open the lid and remove the bay leaf. Serve the Swiss steak with the sauce spooned over the top, along with mashed potatoes or rice.

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