Instant Pot Broccoli Recipe

This Instant Pot broccoli recipe is our favorite way to cook broccoli. Each floret is juicy and filled with flavors, anything but bland.

cook TIME 10 mins
total TIME 10 mins

Course: Side DishCuisine: Global

Keyword: how to steam broccoli in instant pot, instant pot broccoli, instant pot broccoli recipe, instant pot steamed broccoli

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 107 kcal

Ingredients (11)

12 oz broccoli cut into florets
2 oz red onion diced
0.5 oz parmesan cheese grated
1 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp olive oil
1 cup water
1 tsp garlic ~ 1 clove, minced
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

INSTRUCTIONS

Select the “steam” mode on the Instant Pot. Add 1 cup water, a steaming rack, and place 12 oz broccoli on top of the rack. Seal the lid and steam for 5 minutes. Place a piece of kitchen cloth on the vent and use a spoon to turn the valve to “release”. Place the broccoli into a bowl, and discard the water.

step 1 how to steam broccoli in an instant pot

Select the “sauté” mode. Add 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp garlic and 2 oz onions, and stir-fry them for 2 minutes.

step 2 how to steam broccoli in an instant pot

Add 1/4 tsp pepper, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, and broccoli, and give it a good, gentle stir.

step 3 how to steam broccoli in an instant pot

Add 1 tbsp butter and gently stir for another minute.

step 4 how to steam broccoli in an instant pot

Plate the broccoli and sprinkle it with 0.5 oz cheese and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes.

step 5 how to steam broccoli in an instant pot

Serve.

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