Craving ultimate comfort food on a busy weeknight? Look no further! This Instant Pot Pork Butt Chops recipe delivers incredibly tender, bite-sized pork and cauliflower florets swimming in a luscious, savory gravy made with spinach, mushrooms, and rosemary. It’s a rich, satisfying, and keto-friendly meal that comes together in just 20 minutes, making it your new go-to for a quick and flavorful dinner.
Ingredients
• 10 oz / 280g pork butt, chopped into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup / 100g cauliflower, chopped into florets
• 4 tbsp / 60ml olive oil
• ¼ tsp / 0.5g dried rosemary
• For the Creamy Gravy
• 1 cup / 240ml full-fat milk, divided
• 1 cup / 30g fresh spinach, torn
• ¼ cup / 25g button mushrooms, chopped
• ¼ cup / 28g almond flour
• 1 tsp / 6g sea salt
• ½ tsp / 1g ground black pepper
Instructions
1. Directions
2. In a food processor or blender, combine the spinach, mushrooms, almond flour, sea salt, pepper, and ½ cup of the milk. Process until a smooth sauce forms. Set aside.
3. Set your Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Add the olive oil to the stainless steel insert. Once hot, add the pork and cauliflower pieces.
4. Sprinkle with dried rosemary and stir, cooking for 3 minutes until the pork begins to brown.
5. Pour in the blended sauce and the remaining ½ cup of milk. Stir everything together.
6. Secure the lid, set the steam release handle to the “Sealing” position, and press the “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” button. Set the timer for 5 minutes.
7. Once the timer finishes, carefully perform a quick release of the pressure. Once the pin drops, open the pot.
8. Stir the contents and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information
• Nutrition Per Serving
• Calories: 389
• Total Fats: 27g
• Net Carbs: 3.5g
• Protein: 32.4g
• Fiber: 1.4g
Pro Tips
• For a deeper flavor, ensure you get a good sear on the pork pieces during the sauté step before adding the liquids.
• If the gravy is too thin after cooking, turn on the Sauté function for a few minutes and let it simmer to reduce and thicken.
• For a dairy-free version, substitute the full-fat milk with an equal amount of unsweetened full-fat coconut milk.
• Don’t overcrowd the pot. If doubling the recipe, you may need to brown the pork in two separate batches to ensure it sears properly.
FAQ
Q: Is this pork and cauliflower recipe keto-friendly
A: Yes, this recipe is specifically designed to be keto-friendly. With only 3.5g of net carbs per serving, it uses low-carb ingredients like cauliflower, spinach, mushrooms, and almond flour to create a rich and satisfying meal.
Q: Can I make this Instant Pot pork recipe dairy-free
A: Absolutely. For a dairy-free version, simply substitute the full-fat milk with an equal amount of unsweetened full-fat coconut milk. This will still give you a luscious, creamy gravy.
Q: What should I do if my gravy is too thin
A: If the gravy is not as thick as you’d like after pressure cooking, you can easily thicken it. Turn on the Sauté function on your Instant Pot and let the sauce simmer for a few minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reduces to your desired consistency.
Q: How long does this meal take to cook
A: This is a very quick meal perfect for weeknights. The total time from start to finish is just 20 minutes, which includes sautéing the pork for 3 minutes and pressure cooking for 5 minutes.
