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    Instant Pot Coconut Curry Pork

    January 27, 2022 · Published: November 19, 2018 By: Asian Inspired Eats 18 Comments

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    This quick and easy Instant Pot Coconut Curry Pork recipe is fork-tender when ready and full of such flavor. The coconut milk, curry, turmeric, and cumin give this dish that Asian-fusion twist that will make you want to dish out seconds!

    instant pot coconut curry pork in bowls with a side of rice and chopsticks

    I adore my Instant Pot! It is literally one of the most essential kitchen tools ever! This handy appliance is such a time-saver. Being able to just toss the ingredients into the pot, turn on the little switch, and come back after just 30 minutes to a fully cooked meal is like having a "cooking fairy" that takes over your kitchen, makes your meal, and then sneaks out. Thank you very much!

    What is the Instant Pot?

    This small kitchen appliance is a versatile multi-cooker that can do the job of a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, steamer, and more! I purchased a version of the Instant Pot (the Power Pressure Cooker XL) that works just as well.

    These are the basic functions of the Instant Pot:

    • Slow Cooker
    • Pressure Cooker (you can cook on high or low pressure, or choose specific pressure setting like poultry or meat/stew)
    • Rice Cooker
    • Steamer
    • Sauté/Browning
    • Warmer

    Where can you buy the Instant Pot?

    The Instant Pot is available everywhere these days! You can buy the Instant Pot on Amazon here. It's also at most large stores like Target, Walmart, Bed Bath & Beyond, or any where small electronics are sold.

    Instant Pot Cheat Sheet for Cooking Meat

    Check out this handy chart for determining how long you should cook meat (and eggs) in your Instant Pot!

    Chart on how to cook Meat in the Instant Pot
    pork butt being sliced on a wooden cutting board

    How do you prepare the pork?

    1. I asked my butcher at the grocery store to remove the bones in the pork shoulder.
    2. Then I trimmed as much of the fat as possible. There is no way to remove all of the fat, and you'll want at least some fat in there for the tenderness!
    3. I cubed the pork and seared it in a heavy skillet on medium-high heat.
    Chunks of pork butt pieces being seared in a large frying pan with a kitchen towel on the side.

    Sear the pork until browned on all sides, about 7 minutes. Place the pork, the chopped veggies and all of the spices in the Instant Pot. Then add your liquids.

    Pieces of cooked pork covered with sauce inside the Instant Pot with a wooden spatula inserted.

    This Instant Pot Coconut Curry Pork recipe is done in 30 minutes in the Instant Pot! I like to make this dish a day in advance and refrigerate it overnight. Then I skim off the layer of fat on top before heating and serving.

    An Instant Pot with dinner being prepared placed on top of a white wooden board with a kitchen napkin on the side.

    Use the setting "soups/stews" on your Instant Pot or similar appliance, and you'll have an amazing dish in no time!

    Instant pot coconut curry pork in two bowls with a side of rice and a pair of chopsticks placed on top.

    Look how gorgeous this dish is and done in no time! I love the flavors in this Instant Pot Coconut Curry Pork dish! Serve this over some steamed rice. You'll thank the "cooking fairy" for this one!

    TIPS & TRICKS:

    • Make sure to trim most of the fat off of the pork. Otherwise, you'll have a lot of oil in the pot!
    • Searing or browning the pork first makes the pork that much more flavorful!
    • I like to put this in the refrigerator overnight and let the fat settle to the top, then skim all the fat off before heating and serving.

    WANT MORE?

    If you like this pork recipe, you’re going to want these recipes:

    • Instant Pot Korean Inspired Pulled Pork
    • Chicken Tikka Masala
    • Stir-Fry Beef and Broccoli
    • Baked Korean Chicken Wings with Three Sauces

    If you like this recipe, you’re going to love my Instant Pot Korean Inspired Pulled Pork! It's a sticky, slightly spicy, flavorful take on pulled pork, made fast in your Instant Pot pressure cooker!

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    This quick and easy Instant Pot Coconut Curry Pork recipe is fork-tender when ready and full of such flavor!

    • Total Time: 45 min
    • Yield: 6-8 1x

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 2 tablespoons canola oil
    • 4 pounds boneless pork shoulder (fat trimmed), cut into 2-inch pieces
    • Kosher salt & freshly ground pepper
    • 1 large onion, chopped
    • 3 large garlic cloves, minced
    • 2 Thai chili peppers, seeded and chopped
    • 1 red or yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped
    • 3 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
    • 1 tablespoon yellow curry paste
    • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
    • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
    • 1 (14-oz.) can diced tomatoes
    • 1 cup coconut milk
    • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • Steamed white or brown rice for serving
    • Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Heat canola oil in a large heavy frying pan. Season the pork with salt & pepper. Add pork to skillet and sear over high heat, about 7 minutes, until browned. Transfer the pork to the Instant Pot, or similar appliance.
    2. Add in the onion, garlic, peppers, ginger, curry, cumin, and turmeric to pan and stir it all together. Then add the tomatoes, coconut milk and chicken broth, and salt, stirring well. Cover and cook on "Soup and Stews" setting (according to your Instant Pot or similar appliance) for 30 minutes.
    3. Serve over steamed rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.

    Notes

    Adapted From: Food & Wine

    • Make sure to trim most of the fat off of the pork. Otherwise, you'll have a lot of oil in the pot!
    • Searing or browning the pork first makes the pork that much more flavorful!
    • I like to put this in the refrigerator overnight and let the fat settle to the top, then skim all the fat off before heating and serving.
    • Author: Asian Caucasian
    • Prep Time: 15 min
    • Cook Time: 30 min
    • Category: Dinner
    • Method: Instant Pot
    • Cuisine: Asian-Fusion

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size:
    • Calories: 459
    • Sugar: 4.2 g
    • Sodium: 141 mg
    • Fat: 15 g
    • Carbohydrates: 61.4 g
    • Protein: 22.8 g
    • Cholesterol: 37.7 mg

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    Comments

    1. Bernice says

      January 20, 2022 at 11:59 am

      Just about to give this a go, looks delicious 😋

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian says

        January 22, 2022 at 11:16 am

        Yay! Can't wait to hear how it comes out, Bernice! Pls snap a picture and tag us on Instagram @asiancaucasianblog

        Reply
    2. Toni | Boulder Locavore says

      November 30, 2018 at 12:26 am

      This will quickly become a favorite in our house!

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian says

        December 01, 2018 at 5:55 pm

        Thank you, Toni! I know your family will love this and so will you because it's so easy in the Instant Pot!

        Reply
    3. Alida | Simply Delicious says

      November 28, 2018 at 10:24 am

      This is the perfect comforting dinner. So delicious.

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian says

        November 28, 2018 at 4:58 pm

        Thanks, Alida! This is "simply delicious!" And so easy using the Instant Pot. Never giving that up!

        Reply
    4. Jeannette says

      November 27, 2018 at 3:53 pm

      I really love slow cooker recipes. MY family days are so crazy sometimes. I love new ideas for recipes in the pot to just prepare at night then just pop them I the slow cooker for a tender meal. I live in Tonga, where coconut, pork, and curry are staples in every home. Thanks for this, I can't wait to try!

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian says

        November 27, 2018 at 3:58 pm

        Hope you give this try, Jeanette! I think you can make this in both the Instant Pot and the slow cooker.

        Reply
    5. Beth Neels says

      November 27, 2018 at 12:43 pm

      I am a huge fan of coconut curries! This one looks so delicious and I love that it is done in a jiffy! Perfect for busy weeknights!

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian says

        November 27, 2018 at 3:57 pm

        Don't you just love the Instant Pot? This dish is exceptionally easy in the IP and so very delicious!

        Reply
    6. Alisa Infanti says

      November 26, 2018 at 8:18 pm

      I haven't bought into the instapost craze yet but I want to try this in my crockpot. Might take a little longer but the recipe itself looks amazing so I am going to make it work.

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian says

        November 27, 2018 at 3:56 pm

        Absolutely, Alisa! You can definitely do this in the crockpot. Not sure how long it will take but the pork will still taste so tender! Let me know how it goes!

        Reply
    7. Amanda Wren-Grimwood says

      November 26, 2018 at 12:05 pm

      I love any curry with coconut and love that this is ready so quickly. Perfect!

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian says

        November 26, 2018 at 5:41 pm

        That's why the Instant Pot is so perfect for this dish! Ready so quickly and tastes so yummy!

        Reply
    8. Kathryn Pfeffer says

      November 26, 2018 at 10:59 am

      Another delicious reason for me to pull out the Instant Pot!!

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian says

        November 26, 2018 at 5:42 pm

        You're going to love this Instant Pot pork recipe, Kathryn! It's got so much flavor!

        Reply
    9. Caroline says

      November 25, 2018 at 9:43 pm

      We're big fans of curry of all kinds and this sounds like a tasty combination. Great for any night, I'm sure.

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian says

        November 26, 2018 at 5:43 pm

        This is such a flavorful dish and super fast in the Instant Pot. Hope you love it!

        Reply

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