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Pressure Cooker Venison Pot Roast

Pressure Cooker Venison Pot Roast features lean, gamey-sweet venison that turns fork-tender alongside creamy baby potatoes and crisp-tender carrots. A rich beef-seasoning gravy ties everything together, making it a comforting, hearty dinner perfect for chilly evenings or a relaxed weekend family meal.

  • Prep5 mins
  • Cook2 hrs 35 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
Pressure Cooker Venison Pot Roast
  1. 1

    Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and choose the Sauté function. Add olive oil and let it heat for 1 minute. Sear the venison roast in the hot oil for 2 minutes. Flip the roast and sear for another 2 minutes. Cancel Sauté mode.

  2. 2

    Put water in a small bowl and add the stew seasoning. Whisk until the seasoning dissolves. Pour the mixture over the roast.

  3. 3

    Close and lock the lid. Select High pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions. Set the timer for 120 minutes. Allow 10 minutes for the pressure to build.

  4. 4

    Carefully release the pressure using the quick-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Add the potatoes and carrots to the pot. Spoon the sauce over them to coat.

  5. 5

    Close and lock the lid again. Select High pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions. Set the timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 minutes for the pressure to build.

  6. 6

    Release the pressure using the natural-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, about 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.