Alright, let’s talk about making a sirloin tip roast in a pressure cooker. I’ve done this a few times, and let me tell you, it’s a game-changer. No more dry, tough roasts. This method gets you a tender, juicy roast in a fraction of the time.
First thing I did was grab my roast. It was about 3 pounds. I seasoned it generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. You can use whatever seasonings you like, but those are my go-tos.
Next, I heated up some oil in my pressure cooker. I just used the “sauté” function on my Instant Pot. Once it was hot, I browned the roast on all sides. This is important for flavor, don’t skip this step! It took me about 2-3 minutes per side to get a nice sear.
After that, I removed the roast and added a cup of beef broth to the pot. I scraped the bottom to get all those tasty brown bits up – that’s where the flavor is! Then, I put a trivet in the pot and placed the roast on top. This keeps it from sitting directly in the liquid, so it doesn’t get boiled.
- Close the lid, make sure the valve is set to “sealing,” and cook on high pressure.
- For a medium-rare roast, I cooked mine for about 20 minutes.
- If you want it more well-done, you might need to add a few more minutes.
Once the time was up, I let the pressure release naturally for about 10 minutes. This helps the roast stay juicy. Then, I did a quick release to get rid of the remaining pressure.
Finally, I took the roast out, tented it with foil, and let it rest for at least 10 minutes. This is crucial! It allows the juices to redistribute, so you don’t lose them all when you slice it.
While the roast was resting, I made a quick gravy with the liquid left in the pot. I just whisked in a cornstarch slurry and let it simmer until it thickened. Easy peasy.
Then came the best part – slicing and serving! The roast was so tender, it practically fell apart. And the flavor? Amazing. The pressure cooker really locks in all the juices and seasonings.
I served mine with some roasted potatoes and carrots, but you can pair it with whatever sides you like. Mashed potatoes, green beans, you name it.
Honestly, using a pressure cooker is the easiest and best way to cook a sirloin tip roast. It’s quick, it’s flavorful, and it’s pretty much foolproof. Give it a try, and you won’t be disappointed!
