Instant Pot BBQ Gammon Stew
Inspired by our ever-popular Campfire Stew, this Instant Pot BBQ Gammon Stew is well worth slotting onto your midweek meal plan. Using a simple tin of barbecue baked beans and a sprinkle of BBQ seasoning, we’ve ramped up the smoky flavours to create a warming dinner that’ll be a hit with the whole family.
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NutritionPer Serving
- Calories351
- Carbs29g
- Protein29g
- Fat11g
- Saturates3.3g
- Sugars20g
For the full list of ingredients and comprehensive instructions, please see the recipe card below. Before you scroll, there’s important stuff in the blurb!
Who’s here because they LOVE our Campfire Stew recipe? An oldie but a goodie, we thought it was about time to revisit the classic dish, and switch up the flavours for when you fancy a change.
The original recipe has a little kick to it, thanks to a dash of hot sauce and a pinch of chilli flakes. For this smoky-flavoured stew, we’ve left those fiery ingredients out, and swapped in some BBQ seasoning and a tin of beans in barbecue sauce.
This all combines with the smoked gammon, veggies and other ingredients to make a family-friendly stew that’s jam-packed with flavour and goodness. Thanks to the magic of an Instant Pot, the gammon gets fall-off-the-fork tender in a fraction of the time it takes to cook in the oven.
Perfect for a midweek meal, it’s delicious served with a simple bread roll, or with Creamy Mashed Potatoes to soak up all that lovely BBQ-infused sauce! You’ll see we’ve given you a tip on how to test the saltiness of your gammon the day before cooking it. If it needs soaking, you’ll want to set it in some cold water in the fridge the night before.
Don’t worry if you don’t have an Instant Pot, you can find the oven version of this recipe right here.
What diets is this Instant Pot BBQ Gammon Stew suitable for?
Our Instant Pot BBQ Gammon Stew can be enjoyed on a dairy-free diet. It can be made suitable for gluten-free diets, as long as you use Henderson’s relish, and a gluten-free stock cube.
As always, take extra care when cooking for people with allergies and be sure to use different utensils, cookware and preparation areas.
Do you need any special ingredients to make Instant Pot BBQ Gammon Stew?
You won’t need any special ingredients to make this recipe! We’ve used barbecue beans instead of the ones in plain tomato sauce, but these should be easy to find alongside the other beans at your usual supermarket.
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You’ll need an Instant Pot to make this recipe. The Instant Pot DUO 60 Duo 7-in-1 Smart Cooker will do the job nicely!
You can also use the pressure cooker feature on this Instant Pot Duo Crisp with Ultimate Lid Air Fryer.
How many calories are in this Instant Pot BBQ Gammon Stew?
There are 351 calories per portion in this Instant Pot BBQ Gammon Stew recipe, which means it falls into our Everyday Light recipe category. If you’re counting calories or following one of the popular diet plans like Weight Watchers, this recipe fits in perfectly!
NHS guidelines suggest men should aim for 2,500 calories per day to maintain a healthy body weight, and women require around 2000 calories. Each person has different calorie requirements depending on their goal, so you may want to adjust your daily calorie intake according to your own personal goal.
Step 1
You may need to soak the gammon joint overnight in cold water to remove any excess saltiness. To decide if this is necessary, cut a small piece of gammon from the joint and fry it until thoroughly cooked and then taste. If you think it tastes too salty, place the gammon joint in a bowl of cold water, cover and place in the fridge overnight. Then discard the soaking water and rinse the joint in fresh cold water.
Step 2
Place all the ingredients including the gammon joint in the Instant Pot, stir to combine and cover with the lid.
Step 3
Lock the lid in place and set the vent to ‘sealing’. Set the pressure to ‘high’ and cook for 45 minutes. Allow the pressure to release naturally and when the valve has dropped, open the lid.
Step 4
The stew will be ready when the gammon is tender, falls apart and the sauce has thickened. Use two forks to shred the gammon and mix in. If the stew is not thick enough, set to ‘sauté’ and continue to cook for a few minutes longer. Serve.
What could I serve with this Instant Pot BBQ Gammon Stew?
We’ve packed this recipe with hearty, filling ingredients so you can enjoy it on its own if you prefer. It’ll go down well with any of the following side dishes:
How do you know when Instant Pot BBQ Gammon Stew is cooked?
You’ll need to cook this Instant Pot BBQ Gammon Stew for 45 minutes, until the gammon is fall-off-the-fork tender and easy to shred. The sauce should have reduced and thickened. If it looks a little thick you can add some water; if it’s too runny, leave the stew in the Instant Pot a little longer on the sauté setting.
Here in the UK, the standard advice is to cook food until it has reached 70°C and maintained that temperature for 2 minutes. This is to keep you and your family safe!
How long can you keep Instant Pot BBQ Gammon Stew in the fridge?
Once you’ve put it out, ideally you should eat this meal within 4 hours.
If you have any leftovers, split them into individual portions and allow them to cool. You can store portions of this Instant Pot BBQ Gammon Stew in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 days.
Can I freeze Instant Pot BBQ Gammon Stew?
YES you can freeze this recipe! If you do, then remember to do the following:
- Split into portions, allow it to cool and then freeze as soon as it is cold enough.
- Place in a container or bag that is suitable for freezing.
- Add a label with the recipe name and what date you froze it.
How do I reheat Instant Pot BBQ Gammon Stew?
From chilled: Place in a microwavable container with a loosely fitting lid and heat for 4-7 minutes until piping hot.
From frozen: Allow to defrost overnight in the fridge and reheat from chilled.
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Instant Pot BBQ Gammon Stew
Inspired by our ever-popular Campfire Stew, this Instant Pot BBQ Gammon Stew is well worth slotting onto your midweek meal plan. Using a simple tin of barbecue baked beans and a sprinkle of BBQ seasoning, we’ve ramped up the smoky flavours to create a warming dinner that’ll be a hit with the whole family.
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Prep Time
15 MINS
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Cook Time
45 MINS
- KCals 351
- Carbs 29G
Instructions
- You may need to soak the gammon joint overnight in cold water to remove any excess saltiness. To decide if this is necessary, cut a small piece of gammon from the joint and fry it until thoroughly cooked and then taste. If you think it tastes too salty, place the gammon joint in a bowl of cold water, cover and place in the fridge overnight. Discard the soaking water and rinse the joint in fresh cold water.
- Place all the ingredients including the gammon joint in the Instant Pot, stir to combine and cover with the lid.
- Lock the lid in place and set the vent to 'sealing'. Set the pressure to 'high' and cook for 45 minutes. Allow the pressure to release naturally and when the valve has dropped, open the lid.
- The stew will be ready when the gammon is tender, falls apart and the sauce has thickened. Use two forks to shred the gammon and mix in. If the stew is not thick enough, set to 'sauté' and continue to cook for a few minutes longer. Serve.
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