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How Long to Cook Corned Beef Brisket & Cabbage (Flat Cut) in the instant pot

Specification: 3-4 lb corned beef brisket with spice packet, submerged in 4 cups water/beer, cabbage wedges added after beef cooks

Target Temp
Heat Waves
240°F (116°C)
Pressure Level
Total Time
Clock Time
85–90 mins
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
Flip Action
No Flip
Continuous Cook
Internal Safe Temp
Thermometer Probe
200°F (93°C) fork-tender beef
USDA Safe Pull
Release: 10-minute natural release (85 min pressure + 15 min release)
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
Start cook

3-Step Execution Protocol

1
Preheat & Prep

Add corned beef brisket & cabbage (flat cut) (3-4 lb corned beef brisket with spice packet, submerged in 4 cups water/beer, cabbage wedges added after beef cooks) to the Instant Pot inner pot. Seal the lid and set the valve to Sealing. Select 240°F (116°C) for 85–90 mins.

2
Pressure Cook

Cook at 240°F (116°C) for 85–90 mins. Use 10-minute natural release.

3
Check & Rest

Brisket cuts effortlessly with a butter knife; cabbage wedges are tender-sweet without disintegrating. After 10-minute natural release, carefully open the lid away from you. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

Verification Basis & Testing Rig

USDA FSIS Safe Cooking of Corned Beef (145°F min, 200°F for tenderness); Instant Pot St. Patrick's Day Protocol.

Pro Tip: Cook the beef first for 85 minutes, remove it to rest, then cook the cabbage wedges in the remaining broth for just 3 minutes.

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