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So I just got an Instant Pot..

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... and it's incredible. So far in the past week I've made cumin-rubbed pork tenderloin, mac & cheese, southern smothered oxtail, and last night I made bacon & black bean soup (and I didn't soak the beans first).
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I've also learned that you need to allow time for your pressure cooker to pressurize, and the difference between quick pressure release and natural pressure release (the hard way, because I was too impatient to read the actual instructions before using). There is so much info out there and so far I have leaned something new from each person I talk to who already has one. This is my first time using a pressure cooker.
I want to know your favorite pressure cooker recipes, your IP tips & tricks, and perhaps even add-on accessories you have for it. Looking forward to seeing what the community has to recommend, as well as pics of any particularly awesome meals you've made!
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bcreating
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Jul 1, 2019
Get a pot in pot insert set to use with your instant pot. If You have seen it before, it is two stackable pots that you put in your instant pot. It is a small learning curve but super easy. I've made mango jerk chicken in one and steamed cabbage in the other, at the same time. When that came up, I made rice and peas. Dinner done in less than an hour, and clean up is a snap. The key is making sure both items you are cooking have the same or similar (give or take 3-5 min) cooking time. Thank me later.
jeanines
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Jun 8, 2018
New favorite thing: Instant Pot artichokes!
1. take 2-4 artichokes 2. trim the tops and stuff with garlic 3. put a steamer tray/trivet in the instant pot 4. with a bay leaf and a cup of water 5. pressure cook on high for 20-25 min (depending on how well done you like them) and quick release for 10 min
Quick & easy dip: Combine yogurt, lemon juice, dried dill, and some sort of ground chili pepper if you want some heat. Mix it all up! I kinda wing it and adjust to my tastes each time, but I usually end up using one of those single serving Fage yogurt cups, 3/4-1 whole lemon, and more dill than I care to admit. The last time I made this, I used the silk chili from Burlap and Barrel. Their spices are truly so flavorful and aromatic, it felt like some gourmet dip that I spent way longer than 2-3 minutes to make!
Kannan
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Mar 13, 2018
Nice
RayF
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Mar 13, 2018
I don't exactly know the recipe, but I do know you have to wear special clothes...
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inthewoods
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Mar 10, 2018
it's a boss for making stock/broth. Roast a chicken, save all the bones (or freeze them for later use) and 2 hours in the IP with veg (carrots, celery, onion, garlic, parsley, peppercorn, bay leaves maybe a dried mushroom etc.) and you have fantastic stock. No leaving it on the stovetop with the gas on overnight (i am not like some of my chef friends who are cool with leaving the gas range on overnight). Plus, it keeps it at safe temp for you for another 10 hours, so you can leave the house. I've gotten a whole duck, removed the legs and breast for other uses, and roasted the carcass and made amazing duck stock. Love having it on hand especially in winter and so easy.
inthewoods
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Mar 26, 2018
yes, for sure, get it up to pressure and then two hours should do the job - DEFINITELY natural (slow) pressure release, or it could turn geyser spout on you. Not sure if you have a stove top or electric pressure cooker- I wouldn’t want to tend to a stove top pc for two hours, but truthfully I’ve never used a stove top pressure cooker so it might be straightforward. I just like the electric ones like the instant pot because you can “set it and forget it”. Maybe I just watched too many episodes of Tom and Jerry as a kid (lots of cartoon pressure cookers exploding) lol.
dsale
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Mar 27, 2018
inthewoodsThx! I'll try stock in my pressure cooker next time I make it. I do have a newish, electronic pressure cooker. And yes, I do know about letting the steam out slowly. I actually use tongs to move the external valve-- learned the hard way, by getting a little burn. YEOWWW!!!
Tisi.p
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Mar 7, 2018
I am going to have to get one of these bad boys.
Fraggler
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Mar 4, 2018
It is great for potato salad. The diced potatoes come out perfect. They are not soggy, nor under cooked, plus you can throw in a couple of eggs to hard boil at the same time. Dried garbanzo beans come out nice and creamy, perfect for making hummus. Pork carnitas in 35 minutes of cook time - whoo hoo.
dsale
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Mar 27, 2018
Thx! Yes, I should've clarified: I have a newish, electronic pressure cooker. Yet it wasn't referred to as an Instant Pot when I bought it a few years ago. Thx also for the hints on the potatoes/eggs! I'll definitely try that!
Cloaca
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Jun 6, 2018
FragglerI have a pressure cooker, but cubed potatoes for potato salad cook in just a few minutes in a saucepan on the stovetop. What with pressure up and down, I don't think you're saving any time using this gadget.
Phaze
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Mar 3, 2018
One of my favorite InstaPot websites has to be www.pressurecookingtoday.com There are a ton of easy to follow recipes, complete with step-by-step instructions and graphics...recipes ranging from cinnamon steel cut oats, beef and broccolli to cheesecake.
jeanines
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Mar 7, 2018
PhazeI just went to that site and the first thing I saw was a recipe for corned beef & cabbage. Perfect timing! Definitely going to try this one: https://www.pressurecookingtoday.com/pressure-cooker-corned-beef-and-cabbage/
Mtn.Bound
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Feb 24, 2018
Syracuse salt potatoes in the instant pot OMG so tender and creamy just search that recipe online its so simple and good ok here from thisoldgal.com 3 lbs New White Potatoes (bite-sized) Instructions
  1. Wash/Scrub Potatoes.  Add Salt and Water to Pressure Cooker cooking pot and Whisk until the Salt has completely dissolved.
  2. Add Potatoes.
  3. Lock on Lid and close Pressure Valve.  Cook at High Pressure for 2 minutes.  Wait 15 minutes and then release pressure.
  4. Strain Potatoes in a colander and let dry for a few minutes.  Serve with Melted Ghee or Butter.
jeanines
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Feb 26, 2018
Mtn.BoundI know this is a recipe for mashed potatoes, but it kinda looks like it'll be The Perfect Mashed Potatoes. I can't wait to try this!
karendar
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Feb 19, 2018
Instant pot FTW!! I cook all my raw beans in them (kidney beans, chick peas, lentils, etc.) And they always come out perfect.
jeanines
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Feb 23, 2018
karendarLately I’ve been making soup out of whatever is around and I love that I can just throw dry beans in there without soaking. It’s seriously incredible
karendar
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Feb 24, 2018
jeaninesReally? Dried beans?!? I'll have to try that ;)
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