I don't eat a lot of meat, but every so often, I just get in one of those moods where all I want to eat is some steak or ribs or a slab of beef. Generally speaking, I also don't want to wait around forever dealing with cooking it, which is where the Instant Pot comes in. You can make a variety of steak, beef, and rib recipes right in this fancy gadget, and it's simple and pretty quick.
If you're hungry for tacos or maybe a meaty pasta dish or just some straight-up ribs, we have some delicious options for you to choose from for your next dinner. Scroll through for 13 meaty ideas, but check out our vegetarian options if meat isn't your thing.
Short Ribs 
These short ribs come out juicy and tender from the Instant Pot.
Get the recipe: short ribs
Thai-Style Brisket 
This brisket dish combines all the aromatic flavors you love in Thai food.
Get the recipe: Thai-style brisket
Philly Cheesesteak Soup 
You can turn one of your favorite steak sandwiches into a soup with this clever recipe.
Get the recipe: Philly cheesesteak soup
Gyros 
It's so easy to make beef gyros in your Instant Pot with this recipe.
Get the recipe: gyros
Barbacoa 
You can use this barbacoa in a variety of ways, but who doesn't love a good taco?
Get the recipe: barbacoa
French Dip 
The meat for these french dip sandwiches comes together in under an hour. So quick!
Get the recipe: french dip
Beef Bourguignon 
The red wine in this recipe really brings out the flavors of the beef and vegetables.
Get the recipe: beef bourguignon
Ribs 
Yes, you can even make ribs in the Instant Pot! This recipe calls for pork ribs, but you can easily use beef ribs.
Get the recipe: ribs
Short Rib Ragu 
This ragu goes great with gnocchi — or any pasta, really.
Get the recipe: short rib ragu
Beef and Broccoli 
You won't be able to resist the sweet, sticky sauce on this dish!
Get the recipe: beef and broccoli
Carne Asada 
If you want the perfect tacos for Taco Tuesday, this recipe is the one.
Get the recipe: carne asada
Swiss Steak 
It's so easy to whip up this household favorite in your Instant Pot. We imagine it'll become a regular at dinnertime.
Get the recipe: swiss steak
Korean Tacos 
One of the key ingredients in cooking the meat for these tacos is pears. Yes, pears!
Get the recipe: Korean tacos
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