Help! My Instant Pot pot roast is still tough—what am I doing wrong?

[Kurt]

I followed the recipe, but my roast turned out chewy instead of tender. Any tips or tricks to salvage it? I'd appreciate any advice from fellow Instant Pot enthusiasts! Thanks in advance for your help!

 

[Horton]

I followed the recipe, but my roast turned out chewy instead of tender. Any tips or tricks to salvage it? I'd appreciate any advice from fellow Instant Pot enthusiasts! Thanks in advance for your help!

Tough Instant Pot pot roast might be from using a lean cut, not enough liquid, or not cooking it long enough. Opt for a fattier cut, add plenty of broth, and let it cook on low pressure for at least 2 hours.

 

[LeeJung]

That would probably mean it is undercooked. Try cooking it longer to let the pot roast have enough time to break down the connective tissues. Next time, add 10-20 more minutes under high pressure and check again.

 

[ChocoJay]

Sounds like it needs more time! Try cooking it longer or letting it naturally release pressure.