Instant Pot French Dip
A crowd-pleasing weeknight meal featuring tender slow-cooked beef bathed in savory beef au jus, all made in the Instant Pot. Perfect for a cozy dinner with gourmet flavors.
Ingredients
- 3-4 lbs beef chuck roast trimmed; grass-fed if you like leaner meat
- 1 tbsp kosher salt use sea salt for a milder finish
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil or avocado oil
- 1 large yellow onion thinly sliced; sweet onions add extra depth
- 4 cloves garlic smashed
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth or beef bone broth for more collagen
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce adds umami magic
- 1 tsp dried thyme or 1 tbsp fresh, chopped
- bay leaf
- 6-8 crusty French rolls or small baguettes
- 8 slices provolone or Swiss cheese pepper Jack works too!
Instructions
- Pat the chuck roast dry, then rub both sides with kosher salt and pepper. Brown the roast in the Instant Pot to develop a crust, sealing in juices.
- Remove the roast and sauté sliced onion and garlic. Let them soften, then cancel sauté mode.
- Pour in beef broth, water, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings. Tuck the chuck roast back in and lock the lid to pressure cook.
- Set the Instant Pot to Pressure Cook on High for 60 minutes. Allow natural release after cooking.
- Strain the cooking liquid, skim fat if desired, and simmer for a richer au jus.
- Fill rolls with shredded beef, top with cheese, and broil until melted. Serve hot with Beef Au Jus for dipping.
- Garnish with parsley or horseradish sauce if desired. Serve and enjoy the flavors of the French Dip sandwiches.
Notes
Leftovers reheat beautifully and can be stored for next-day lunches. Customize your sandwiches with favorite cheeses and rolls.
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