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Instant Pot Maple Pork Stew

This Instant Pot Maple Pork Stew is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender pork with sweet maple syrup and hearty vegetables. It's perfect for a cozy dinner and gets done in a fraction of the time thanks to the Instant Pot.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Instant Pot
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Measuring cups
  • 1 Measuring spoons
  • 1 Mixing spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 medium carrots, sliced
  • 3 medium potatoes, cubed
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)

Instructions
 

  • Select the 'Sauté' function on the Instant Pot and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  • Add the pork cubes to the pot, seasoning them with salt, pepper, and thyme. Brown the meat on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Pour in the chicken broth, maple syrup, and soy sauce. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
  • Add the sliced carrots and cubed potatoes on top of the pork mixture.
  • Close the lid of the Instant Pot and set the valve to sealing. Select the 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' setting and cook on high pressure for 25 minutes.
  • Once the cooking time is completed, allow for a natural release of pressure for 10 minutes, then carefully switch the valve to venting to release any remaining pressure.
  • If you prefer a thicker stew, mix cornstarch with water in a small bowl until smooth. Turn the Instant Pot back to 'Sauté,' add the cornstarch mixture, and stir for about 2-3 minutes until the stew thickens.
  • Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Instant Pot Maple Pork Stew!

Notes

Feel free to customize the vegetables according to your preference; peas, celery, or parsnips are great additions.
This stew can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.
You can also freeze it for up to 3 months; just thaw it in the fridge overnight before reheating.