Instant Pot Carne Con Papas

Steps

1. 1Set the Instant Pot to sauté for 30 minutes add ¼ cup of oil.
2. 2While it gets hot, pat the meat dry with a paper towel. Season the meat with 1 tablespoon of salt and freshly cracked pepper.
3. 3By this time the Instant Pot should be hot. It should be hot enough that the meat sizzles once you put the meat in the pot. Add half of the meat, and sear the beef pieces on both sides. About 2 minutes on each side.
4. 4Set the first batch of meat on a plate while you work on the next batch. Once all the meat has been browned, set it aside on a plate and work on the sofrito.
5. 5If there is too much oil at the bottom of the pan, drain some of the excess. It should be just enough oil to cook the veggies. Add the onion and peppers to the pot with salt, sazon and pepper. If it needs more oil you can add it now. Cook for 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
6. 6Then add the garlic and sauté for another 2 minutes.
7. 7Add the meat back in. Move all the sofrito around the beef so it is completely coated.
8. 8Add the cornstarch and mix together so it coats the meat.
9. 9Finally, add the bay leaves, crushed tomatoes, carrots, potatoes, vino seco and the broth.
10. 10Set the Instant Pot to high for 35 minutes or to “meat stew” if your machine has that setting. Allow the steam to release naturally or force the release.
11. 11Check the meat for tenderness and seasoning. Pressure cook for an additional 10 minutes if the meat is not as tender as you want and add more salt and pepper if necessary. Finish with parsley.