Instant Pot Guinness Corned Beef is an easy way to make corned beef for St. Patrick’s Day! Tender, juicy, and flavorful, this simple recipe is comforting and fantastic for entertaining! Serves 6 to 8.

One of the signature dishes I think of when I think about St. Patrick’s Day is corned beef.

Well, really anything that goes with Guinness to be honest.

So since we know we want Guinness and we know we want corned beef, let’s just add them together!

This recipe is fab because it takes a lot of the work out of making corned beef, not to mention cutting down the time it takes. It’s hassle-free and has pretty much no prep time. All you have to do is add the ingredients to the pressure cook and cook. That is IT.

The corned beef cooks in the flavorful broth, soak in all that goodness to make it fork tender and falling apart (just like you can see in these pictures! And if I can’t get perfect slices because it’s too tender to hold together, well, I’m not going to complain now am I?).

Not to mention, any leftovers you have are KILLER on a reuben sandwich the next day. Heck, you can even add it to your avocado toast with a runny egg!

Maybe I should make a reuben eggs benedict? Is that too crazy? Share your thoughts in the comments below please!

This corned beef goes with so many sides (I have some personal favorites called out towards the end of this post!) and it really makes you get in the Irish mood!

ingredients

corned beef – I look for a brisket cut – either flat or point cut. See my notes below under the “tips for success” section on how to select your corned beef brisket.

beef broth – store-bought or homemade!

Guinness – just the standard Guinness stout will do here. I would not recommend using any of the varietals they make like the Extra Stout or Blondes.

onion – you can use either a white or yellow onion for this recipe. Do not use red onion.

garlic – usually I am always using minced garlic, but since this is made in the Instant Pot and the garlic is discarded, you will want to use the whole, peeled cloves here.

bay leaves – I love the added flavor bay leaves impart to the mixture.

worcestershire – to create some depth and tang with the other ingredients in the cooking liquid.

brown sugar – you can use either light or dark brown sugar for this recipe.

this recipe’s must haves

For this recipe, obviously you will need an Instant Pot! I have the Instant Pot Ultra, but the Instant Pot Pro is a great intro model that is less expensive. Or if you are into the black appliances, check out this Instant Pot Duo!

You’ll also need a butcher knife to carve the finished corned beef and a cutting board.

here’s how to make guinness corned beef

pressure cook

Add all ingredients to the insert of the Instant Pot. Give everything a quick stir, then close and seal the lid.

Cook on High pressure for 90 minutes. Let pressure naturally release for 10 minutes before manually releasing the remaining pressure.

slice

Remove the cooked corned beef from the pressure cooker. Place on a cutting board. If you are waiting to slice and serve, cover it loosely with aluminum foil and prepare the rest of your meal.

When ready, slice against the grain or shred if you prefer. Serve warm.

tips for success

How to buy corned beef. You shouldn’t have a problem finding corned beef in March! There’s either the flat cut brisket or the point cut. In this recipe, I used the flat cut brisket, but you can also use the point cut if that’s all that is available to you. Point cuts just have a bit more fat, which means it can be even more tender.

Cut against the grain. When you slice your corned beef, it’s important to slice against the grain. To do this, look at your cooked corned beef and notice how the strands of meat lay in one direction. Cut against that grain at a perpendicular angle. This will help the meat be tender and not fibrous when you eat it. If your meat starts gently falling apart on the ends, you’ll know you are doing it the right way!

Other St. Patrick’s Day recipes to explore: Jameson Manhattan | Instant Pot Irish Beef Stew | Short Rib Guinness Beer Cheese Soup | Bailey’s Chocolate Chip Bundt Cake

What about the seasoning packet?

Sometimes your corned beef brisket will come packaged with a seasoning packet. If it does, just add it in! All it will do is add more flavor to the corned beef, and that’s never a bad thing.

What beer is best for corned beef?

Guinness beer (or another Irish stout if you prefer a different brand) gives a big, bold flavor alongside the beef broth in this recipe. The flavor is dark and rich, while also helping the corned beef be more tender.

What can I substitute for beer in corned beef?

If you are sober or prefer not to cook with alcohol, you can simply swap in more beef broth instead of the Guinness!

Need some more inspiration for the Instant Pot? Check out my Instant Pot recipes page!

what to serve with guinness corned beef

When I think of corned beef I am always thinking of something warm and comforting on the side. For me, this usually means some sort of potatoes since I’m not the biggest fan of the classic corned beef and cabbage combination.

• Garlic butter oven roasted carrots and potatoes are what you see pictured with this guinness corned beef! It’s such a simple recipe that you can make in the oven during the latter half of cooking the corned beef.
• Just want some straight up potatoes? Corned beef tastes delish with leftover Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes!
• These little smashed potatoes with fresh herbs and blue cheese are fun to make and crispy up wonderfully in the oven.
• For something green, try out my crispy brussels sprouts! They are just like the ones you can order in a restaurant, but made easy and at home.

how to store and reheat

Cool the corned beef and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.

To reheat, wrap the corned beef in aluminum foil and place on a baking sheet. Reheat at 355˚F in the oven for about 5 minutes, or until warmed through.