Here is a Lightened Up Instant Pot® Recipe for Corned Beef & Cabbage. Many traditional corned beef recipes utilize dark beer as the cooking liquid. However, this gluten-free version relies on chicken or beef broth instead.
Also, did you know that Corned Beef and Cabbage is a popular dish on St. Patrick’s Day in the United States, but it is not actually a traditional Irish dish?
The dish became associated with St. Patrick’s Day in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when many Irish immigrants were living in New York City. Corned beef was a cheap and readily available meat in the area, and it was often paired with cabbage, a vegetable that was also affordable and widely available.
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What Ingredients Do I Need to Make Lightened Up Instant Pot® Corned Beef & Cabbage?
Large Garlic Cloves
Yellow Onions
Bay Leaves
Fat Free Chicken or Beef Broth
Water
Corned Beef Brisket with Spice Pack (Usually included with meat)
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
Large Carrots
Red Potatoes
Large Cabbage Head, Halved
How to Make Lightened Up Corned Beef and Cabbage in the Instant Pot®
- Add garlic, onion, and bay leaves to Instant Pot® container and pour the broth and water on top. Place the trivet that comes with the Instant Pot® inside the container with the handles positioned up for easy removal.
- Place the brisket fat-side down on the trivet and season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Sprinkle the spice packet that came with the brisket on top.
- Add the lid and lock into place. Set the vent to “Sealing” and select the “Manual” button. Adjust to the “High” setting and set the cook time to 85 minutes.
- When cook time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes before doing a quick release on any remaining pressure. Remove brisket by carefully lifting the trivet out by the handles (using potholders) and transfer to a platter. Set aside and keep warm.
- Return the trivet to the Instant Pot® and add the carrots, potatoes, and cabbage on top. Cover and lock lid into place. Set the vent to “Sealing” and select the “Manual” button. Adjust cook time to 3 minutes.
- When cook time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes before doing a quick release on the remaining pressure.
- Transfer the cooked vegetables to the serving platter with the corned beef. Slice the beef against the grain and serve immediately along with the vegetables. Enjoy!
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Printable Recipe for Lightened Up Instant Pot Corned Beef & Cabbage with WW Points
- 6 Large Garlic Cloves, Peeled & Minced
- 2 Medium Onions, Chopped
- 2 Bay Leaves
- 2 Cups of Fat Free Chicken or Beef Broth
- 1 Cup of Water
- 3 Pound Corned Beef Brisket with Spice Pack (Usually Included)
- Sea salt and Black Pepper to Taste
- 5 Large Carrots, Cut into Strips
- 1 Pounds of Red Potatoes, Quartered
- ½ Large Cabbage Head, Sliced
- Add garlic, onion, and bay leaves to Instant Pot® container and pour the broth and water on top. Place the trivet that comes with the Instant Pot® inside the container with the handles positioned up for easy removal.
- Place the brisket fat-side down on the trivet and season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Sprinkle the spice packet that came with the brisket on top.
- Add the lid and lock into place. Set the vent to “Sealing” and select the “Manual” button. Adjust to the “High” setting and set the cook time to 85 minutes.
- When cook time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes before doing a quick release on any remaining pressure. Remove brisket by carefully lifting the trivet out by the handles (using potholders) and transfer to a platter. Set aside and keep warm.
- Return the trivet to the Instant Pot® and add the carrots, potatoes, and cabbage on top. Cover and lock lid into place. Set the vent to “Sealing” and select the “Manual” button. Adjust cook time to 3 minutes.
- When cook time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes before doing a quick release on the remaining pressure.
- Transfer the cooked vegetables to the serving platter with the corned beef. Slice the beef against the grain and serve immediately along with the vegetables.
- On the WW Plan, each serving is 16 Points. Enjoy!
Notes:
- You can add other vegetables, such as turnips or parsnips, if you prefer.
- Time-Saving Tip: Prep the carrots, potatoes, and cabbage after the beef is already cooking.
Can I Make Lightened Up Corned Beef & Cabbage in the Slow Cooker instead of the Instant Pot®?
Yes! You can use a slow cooker instead of an Instant Pot®. Simply add all the ingredients to the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours.