Description
A hearty and flavorful meatloaf cooked perfectly in your Instant Pot, resulting in a tender and juicy family favorite.
Ingredients
2 lbs ground beef (80/20 recommended)
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Panko)
1/4 cup milk
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup ketchup, divided
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup beef broth or water (for Instant Pot)
2 tablespoons brown sugar (for glaze)
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (for glaze)
Instructions
Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, 2 tablespoons of ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix just until everything is incorporated, being careful not to overmix.
Step 2: Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape, approximately 7-8 inches long and 4-5 inches wide. It should fit comfortably inside your Instant Pot.
Step 3: Pour 1 cup of beef broth or water into the bottom of your Instant Pot liner. Place a trivet inside the pot.
Step 4: Carefully place the formed meatloaf on top of the trivet. If desired, you can create a foil sling to make lifting easier.
Step 5: In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar to create the glaze. Spread half of this glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Step 6: Secure the Instant Pot lid and set the vent to sealing. Select the "Manual" or "Pressure Cook" setting and cook on High pressure for 25 minutes.
Step 7: Once cooking is complete, allow for a Natural Pressure Release (NPR) for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, carefully quick release any remaining pressure.
Step 8: Open the lid and carefully remove the meatloaf using the trivet handles or foil sling. Transfer it to a cutting board and spread the remaining glaze over the top. Let the meatloaf rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a tender and moist result.
Notes
For a cheesier meatloaf, fold in 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese with the ground beef mixture. To add vegetables, finely grate carrots or zucchini into the mix. This recipe can also be cooked as mini meatloaves in individual ramekins on the trivet, reducing cook time to 15-20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes (plus pressure release)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg