Instant pot round roast with potatoes and carrots

Q: Should I use a trivet when cooking a roast in an instant pot?

Its helpful to have a trivet with handles like the one that comes with Instant Pot. Close the lid, and set the valve to sealing. Use the manual (pressure cook) button to adjust the time to 50 minutes.

Q: Does beef get more tender the longer you cook it in instant pot?

A while back I asked myself, Does pressure cooking tenderize meat? and this is what I found out. The pressure will in fact make your meat super tender, almost as if you slow cooked it for the better part of a day.

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Why is my roast tough in the instant pot?
Should I use a trivet when cooking a roast in an instant pot?
Does beef get more tender the longer you cook it in instant pot?
How long does a 3 lb roast take to cook?

Why is my roast tough in the instant pot?

What if my pot roast is tough? If after cooking the pot roast, it is still tough, all you need to do is cook it longer. If the beef is still tough, it just needs more time for the braise to do it's magic and break down the connective tissues in the beef.

Should I use a trivet when cooking a roast in an instant pot?

It's helpful to have a trivet with handles like the one that comes with Instant Pot. Close the lid, and set the valve to sealing. Use the manual (pressure cook) button to adjust the time to 50 minutes.

Does beef get more tender the longer you cook it in instant pot?

A while back I asked myself, "Does pressure cooking tenderize meat"? and this is what I found out. The pressure will in fact make your meat super tender, almost as if you slow cooked it for the better part of a day.