Instant Pot Bone Broth Recipe

Introduction

Making bone broth in an Instant Pot is a simple and efficient way to extract rich flavor and nutrients from turkey or chicken carcasses along with aromatic vegetables and herbs. This nutrient-packed broth is perfect for sipping on its own or as a base for soups and stews.

Ingredients

• 2 cups carrot ends or peels
• 2 cups celery, roughly chopped
• 2 cups onion ends or peels
• 1 small turkey or chicken carcass (fresh or frozen)
• 10 cups water
• 1 tbsp coarse sea salt
• 1 tsp whole peppercorns
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 handful fresh herbs (rosemary or thyme, optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Add the carrot ends, celery, onion ends, and the turkey or chicken carcass to a 6- or 8-quart Instant Pot. Pour in about 10 cups of water or enough to reach the fill line on the inner pot.
2. Step 2: Add the sea salt, whole peppercorns, red pepper flakes if using, apple cider vinegar, and fresh herbs if you have them. Gently stir to combine.
3. Step 3: Check that the sealing ring on your Instant Pot is clean and properly in place. Secure the lid and turn the venting knob to sealing mode.
4. Step 4: Press the manual setting, select high pressure, and set the timer for 120 minutes. Allow about 10 to 20 minutes for the pot to come to pressure before the cooking time begins.
5. Step 5: When the timer finishes, do a quick release by turning the venting knob to venting mode to release all the pressure. Wait until the metal plunger drops, then remove the lid and turn off the Instant Pot.
6. Step 6: Let the broth cool for 20 minutes.
7. Step 7: Place a metal strainer over a large heat-proof bowl. Using oven mitts or heat-proof gloves, carefully pour the broth into the strainer. For a clearer broth, strain it again through a finer mesh strainer if desired.
8. Step 8: Use the broth immediately in your favorite recipes, enjoy it on its own, or cool and store for later use.

Tips & Variations

• Use apple cider vinegar to help extract minerals from the bones and improve broth nutrition.
• Add different herbs like parsley or bay leaves depending on your flavor preference.
• Skim any foam off the top after pressure cooking for a cleaner broth.
• To deepen flavor, roast the bones and vegetables in the oven before adding them to the Instant Pot.

Storage

Allow the bone broth to cool completely before transferring to airtight containers. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. When reheating, warm gently on the stove or in the microwave until hot but not boiling to preserve the flavor and nutrients.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of bones for this broth?

Yes, you can use beef, pork, or fish bones as alternatives. Adjust cooking times accordingly, as beef bones may require longer simmering for full flavor.

Is it necessary to add apple cider vinegar?

While not absolutely required, apple cider vinegar helps extract minerals from the bones, making the broth more nutritious and flavorful.

Instant Pot Bone Broth Recipe

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This Instant Pot Bone Broth recipe is a nourishing and flavorful stock made by simmering turkey or chicken carcass with vegetables, herbs, and spices under high pressure. It captures the essence of slow-cooked bone broth but in a fraction of the time using an Instant Pot, resulting in a rich, collagen-packed broth perfect for soups, stews, or sipping on its own.

• Author: Clara
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 2 hours 20 minutes (including pressure build-up and release)
• Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 8 cups of bone broth 1x
• Category: Broth / Stock
• Method: Instant Pot
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Vegetables

• 2 cups carrot ends or peels
• 2 cups celery, roughly chopped
• 2 cups onion ends or peels

Bone and Broth Ingredients

• 1 small turkey or chicken carcass (fresh or frozen)
• 10 cups water
• 1 tablespoon sea salt (coarse)
• 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 handful fresh herbs (rosemary or thyme, optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare Ingredients: Add the carrot ends or peels, celery, and onion ends or peels, along with the turkey or chicken carcass, to a 6- or 8-quart Instant Pot.
2. Add Liquids and Seasonings: Pour in about 10 cups of water or enough to reach the fill line on the inner pot. Add the sea salt, whole peppercorns, red pepper flakes if using, apple cider vinegar, and fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme if you have them.
3. Set Pressure Cooking: Gently stir the ingredients to combine and ensure the Instant Pot’s sealing ring is in place and clean. Secure the lid, set the venting knob to sealing mode, press the manual button, select high pressure, and set the timer for 120 minutes. Note that it will take 10-20 minutes to reach pressure before the cooking timer starts.
4. Release Pressure: When the cooking cycle finishes, perform a quick release by turning the venting knob to venting mode to release all pressure. Wait until the metal plunger drops down, then remove the lid and turn off the Instant Pot.
5. Cool Down: Allow the broth to cool inside the Instant Pot for about 20 minutes to handle more safely when straining.
6. Strain Broth: Place a metal strainer over a large heat-proof bowl. Using oven mitts or heat-proof gloves, carefully pour the contents of the Instant Pot through the strainer to separate solids from liquid. For a clearer broth, strain again through a finer mesh strainer if desired.
7. Store or Use: Use the bone broth immediately in recipes or as a nourishing drink, or cool completely and refrigerate or freeze for later use as noted in the recipe tips.

Notes

• The apple cider vinegar helps draw nutrients out of the bones during cooking, enhancing the broth’s mineral content.
• The red pepper flakes add optional heat; omit if preferred milder broth.
• Fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme add aromatic flavor but are optional.
• Strain twice for a clearer broth, removing more fine particles.
• Bone broth can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or frozen for 3-6 months.
• Use a bowl instead of plastic containers for hot broth to preserve flavor and safety.

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