INSTANT POT® BEEF-STUFFED PEPPERS

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Since today's electric pressure cookers are so versatile, you can make versatile recipes in them such as these stuffed bell peppers. Top your bell peppers with your favorite garnish, such as pico de gallo. The stuffing can also be used for taco salads as well as tacos or burritos.

Provided by bd.weld

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound lean ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
1 ½ cups water
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
4 green bell peppers, tops and seeds removed

Steps:

  • Add olive oil to the inner liner of a multi-functional electric pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add beef and onion to the hot oil and cook until beef is browned and no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Remove from pot and drain.
  • Return beef and onion to the pot, still on Saute mode. Stir in water, tomato paste, and taco seasoning. Bring mixture to a simmer and cook until thickened, 8 to 10 minutes. Fill bell peppers with the mixture.
  • Pour 1 cup of water into the inner liner; set trivet inside and place stuffed bell peppers on top. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 8 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Cholesterol 68.5 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 1052.7 mg, Sugar 10.7 g

Srijana Hamal
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This recipe was a lifesaver! I was short on time and needed something quick and easy for dinner. These stuffed peppers were perfect. They were delicious and my family loved them.


Carmyn Swindell
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These stuffed peppers were delicious! The filling was savory and flavorful, and the peppers were perfectly tender. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Neville Curet
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I'm not a big fan of stuffed peppers, but I thought this recipe was pretty good. The peppers were cooked perfectly and the filling was flavorful. I would definitely make it again.


Namono Hadija
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Overall, I thought this recipe was pretty good. The peppers were cooked perfectly and the filling was flavorful. I would definitely make it again.


Carl Brown
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The recipe was easy to follow, but the peppers were a little undercooked for my liking. I think I would have cooked them for a few minutes longer.


Mr Roxen
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These stuffed peppers were a little bland for my taste. I think I would have liked them better if I had added some more spices to the filling.


Saddam Askaryar
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I can throw it all in the Instant Pot and dinner is ready in no time. The peppers are always cooked perfectly and the filling is always flavorful.


Lucas Osaze
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. I made a few changes, like using ground turkey instead of beef and adding some chopped spinach to the filling. It turned out great!


Sonujutt Sonujutt
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The peppers are always cooked perfectly, and the filling is always delicious. I usually add a little bit of extra cheese to the top, and it always comes out golden brown and bu


arbaz QURESHI
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These stuffed peppers were a huge hit with my family! The beef and rice filling was savory and flavorful, and the peppers were perfectly tender. I especially loved the cheesy topping. I will definitely be making this recipe again.