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Tender Instant Pot Corned Beef Recipe with Easy Brown Sugar Glaze

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A quick and tender corned beef recipe made in the Instant Pot with a sweet and tangy brown sugar glaze that caramelizes beautifully for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 3 to 4 pounds corned beef brisket (with spice packet included)
  • 4 cups water
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • Optional vegetables: carrots, potatoes, cabbage

Instructions

  1. Rinse the corned beef brisket under cold water to remove excess brine and surface salt. Pat dry with paper towels. (5 minutes)
  2. Place the rinsed brisket inside the Instant Pot. Add smashed garlic cloves, bay leaves, and peppercorns around the meat. Pour in 4 cups of water, enough to nearly cover the brisket. (2 minutes)
  3. Seal the Instant Pot lid and set to high pressure for 70 minutes. Allow 10-15 minutes to come to pressure before the timer starts. Once done, allow a natural pressure release for 15 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure. (1 hour 30 minutes total)
  4. While the beef cooks, whisk together brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside. (5 minutes)
  5. Remove the brisket from the Instant Pot and place on a baking sheet or broiler-safe dish. Brush the brown sugar glaze generously over the top. Broil for 4-6 minutes until the glaze bubbles and caramelizes, watching closely. (6 minutes)
  6. Let the corned beef rest for 10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain with a sharp knife. (10 minutes)
  7. Optional: Add carrots, potatoes, or cabbage to the Instant Pot after removing the beef. Use sauté function or pressure cook for 3-5 minutes until tender. (10 minutes)

Notes

Rinse the brisket to reduce saltiness. Use natural pressure release for 15 minutes to keep meat tender. Watch the glaze carefully under the broiler to avoid burning. Slice against the grain for best texture. Leftover corned beef can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: Instant Pot corned beef, brown sugar glaze, quick corned beef, pressure cooker corned beef, easy corned beef recipe, tender corned beef, comfort food

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