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Brand | Instant Pot |
Capacity | 5.68 Liters |
Material | Stainless steel |
Color | Stainless Steel/Black |
Finish Type | Stainless Steel |
Product Dimensions | 12.2"D x 13.38"W x 12.48"H |
Special Feature | Programmable |
Wattage | 1000 watts |
Item Weight | 11.8 Pounds |
Control Method | Touch |
About this item
- 7-IN-1 FUNCTIONALITY: Pressure cook, slow cook, rice cooker, yogurt maker, steamer, sauté pan and food warmer.
- QUICK ONE-TOUCH COOKING: 13 customizable Smart Programs for pressure cooking ribs, soups, beans, rice, poultry, yogurt, desserts and more.
- COOK FAST OR SLOW: Pressure cook delicious one-pot meals up to 70% faster than traditional cooking methods or slow cook your favorite traditional recipes – just like grandma used to make.
- QUICK AND EASY CLEAN UP: Finger-print resistant, stainless-steel sides and dishwasher-safe lid, inner pot, and accessories.
- SAFETY FEATURES: Includes over 10 safety features, plus overheat protection and safe-locking lid
- GREAT FOR GROWING FAMILIES: Cook for up to 6 people – perfect for growing families, or meal prepping and batch cooking for singles.
- VERSATILE INNER COOKING POT: We use food-grade stainless-steel, a tri-ply bottom for more even cooking and perfect for sautéing
- DISCOVER AMAZING RECIPES: Includes the free Instant Brands Connect App, where you can find new recipes to create quick favorites and prepare delicious meals, available for iOS and Android.
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Brand | Instant Pot |
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Capacity | 5.68 Liters |
Material | Stainless steel |
Color | Stainless Steel/Black |
Finish Type | Stainless Steel |
Product Dimensions | 12.2"D x 13.38"W x 12.48"H |
Special Feature | Programmable |
Wattage | 1000 watts |
Item Weight | 11.8 Pounds |
Control Method | Touch |
Controller Type | Push Button |
Operation Mode | Automatic |
Is Dishwasher Safe | Yes |
Voltage | 120 Volts |
Closure Type | Outer Lid, Inner Lid |
UPC | 810028585201 |
Item Weight | 11.8 pounds |
Manufacturer | Instant Pot |
ASIN | B00FLYWNYQ |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | 112-0170-01 |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #80 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #1 in Electric Pressure Cookers #1 in Rice Cookers |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | December 2, 2013 |
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Easy to use, easy to clean, fast, versatile, and convenient, the Instant Pot® Duo™ is the one that started it all. It replaces 7 kitchen appliances: pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, steamer, sauté pan, yogurt maker & warmer. With 13 built-in smart programs, cook your favorite dishes with the press of a button. The tri-ply, stainless steel inner pot offers quick, even heating performance. Redefine cooking and enjoy quick and easy meals anywhere, any time. The Instant Pot Duo offers the quality, convenience and versatility you’ve come to expect from Instant – discover amazing.
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Versatility | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.2 | 4.0 |
Safety Features | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.5 | — | 4.8 | 4.0 |
Easy to clean | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.7 | — |
Easy to use | 4.3 | — | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 3.8 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Meco Innovations | UStuge |
capacity | 5.68 liters | 6 quarts | 6 quarts | 7.5 quarts | 6 quarts | 6 quarts |
operation mode | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Manual | Automatic |
control method | touch | touch | touch | touch | touch | touch |
material | Stainless steel | Stainless steel | Stainless steel | — | Aluminum | Stainless steel |
dishwasher safe | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
weight | 11.8 pounds | 6 kilograms | 15.54 pounds | 17.86 pounds | 9.7 pounds | — |
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Customers like the versatility, appearance and performance of the pressure cooker. For example, they mention it allows them to cook an array of things, it looks awesome and is a nice addition to their kitchen. They appreciate the performance, cleanliness and ease of use.
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Customers find the pressure cooker easy to use. They say it makes cooking much easier and faster, and streamlines meal preparation. They also appreciate the convenience and speed of the appliance.
"...There are also a whole bunch of pre programmed recipes, a slow cooker option and a convenient "sauté" function which I have used a number of times...." Read more
"...credit as most automatic settings work well, automating it for ease of use and safety. Cooking is part Science, but, I think, more Art than Science...." Read more
"...Ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender in 30 minutes. It was easy to make a double batch for the wolfpack, chill them overnight and finish on the grill..." Read more
"...However, its been extremely easy to use, relatively easy to clean and done a good job at cooking meals typically meant for the stove...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the pressure cooker. They mention that it works well, produces good results, and is easy to follow. They also say that it does everything they need and that it's healthy. Customers also say it works great as a base for salad dressings, sauces, and can even be used as. They say the gasket is still working fine and the unit still looks like new.
"...bunch of pre programmed recipes, a slow cooker option and a convenient "sauté" function which I have used a number of times...." Read more
"...It was excellent. I did 6 minutes per pound + 2 minutes. I also cook chicken thighs for dinner about once a week, which I had never cooked before...." Read more
"...I have to use a rapid boil just to make tea. A pressure cooker is the great equalizer, a must at higher altitudes because 15 lbs is 15 lbs pressure..." Read more
"...I also HATE standing over a hot stove for a long time. My Instant Pot works well, whether cooking for 2 as I usually do, or feeding the entire wolf..." Read more
Customers like the quality of the pressure cooker. They say it's easy to clean, does a good job at cooking meals, and has a solid build quality. Some say the meals are so good under pressure that there's no need to use the pressure. Overall, customers are happy with the quality and functionality of the product.
"...This will allow you to follow recipes for times if you'd like. You can also hit the "pressure" button to adjust between high and low pressure...." Read more
"...-Veggies: Many veggies can be cooked in here. Delicate ones, like broccoli are harder to do. Con on the cob in here is amazing though...." Read more
"...It's operation is really quiet and there is not any visible steam whooshing through the air...." Read more
"...It's just better insulated, but I've found that meals are so good under pressure that there's no need to use the slow cooker function...." Read more
Customers find the pressure cooker super easy to clean. They say the silicone inner ring is easy to remove and wash. They also appreciate the dishwasher-safe insert pot and simple recipe.
"...The stainless steel cooking pot is very easy to clean, however 6 of 10 on the unit for ease of clean...." Read more
"...No stirring and not many messy dishes...." Read more
"...The liner really is easy to clean. Rinse it out under the hot water, a soapy sponge, re-rinse and set it in the sink basket to dry...." Read more
"...I continue to be amazed at the things I can cook in one pot, making cleanup a breeze...." Read more
Customers like the taste of the pressure cooker. They mention that it's flavorful, delicious, and makes mediocre cuts of meat taste good. They also say that it produces silky, most delicious beans, stews, and gravy. They say that soups are wonderful in it, but you do have to be a bit careful with stews.
"...Most importantly the food tastes amazing, meats are tender, rice is well cooked, veggies are incredible...." Read more
"...I strain it and then have beautiful, healthy, yummy chicken broth. The first time I did it my husband looked at me like I was cray-cray...." Read more
"...They cost half as much as buying canned beans and taste worlds better. Ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender in 30 minutes...." Read more
"...Here's hoping!Adding on from several days later. The stew was terrific, but a minute or two less on the meat would have been fine...." Read more
Customers like the versatility of the pressure cooker. They mention that it allows them to cook an array of things without adversely heating up, has multiple choices for operating different cooking needs, and is the most versatile appliance they own. They say it's easy to use and can prepare a lot of things.
"...There are also a whole bunch of pre programmed recipes, a slow cooker option and a convenient "sauté" function which I have used a number of times...." Read more
"...One thing I especially like is I use less pots and pans when I am using the InstantPot, (I dislike washing pots and pans)...." Read more
"...Between the sautee and pressure cook functions, it allows you to cook an array of things without adversely heating up your house in the middle of..." Read more
"...own purpose, and the trivet that comes with the set is really useful for pot-in-pot cooking, at which you may also want to try your hand...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the pressure cooker. They mention that it looks awesome, is a nice addition to their kitchen, and has a lovely design. They also appreciate the mirror-finish stainless steel and the dual lid holders. Overall, customers describe it as an essential addition to any kitchen and the best kitchen gadget they have bought in years.
"...shorter, has a top that is more intuitive, and the truly lovely design of dual lid holders to catch the lid liquid without having to set a hot, wet..." Read more
"...The machine and accessories looked like new even though they were marked "used" on Warehouse deals...." Read more
"...It's a very cool looking machine, kind of like a robot. I'm thinking of giving it a name...." Read more
"...The gasket is still working fine, and the unit still looks like new. This second one is for use at my in-law's house...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the heating of the pressure cooker. Some mention that the keep warm setting is great, it won't heat up your kitchen, and it heats evenly. However, others say that the chicken barely got warm, the function is priceless, but the heat output is not huge, and the lid gets hot.
"...One feature i love is the keep warm function. After any cooking is completed the system automatically goes to "keep warm."..." Read more
"...As you cook, the outer container becomes warm to touch, but it but not so hot that I could touch it with my bare hand...." Read more
"...it on, with any of the four top LH settings you are able to increase or decrease temperature, time and pressure, Hi-Lo...." Read more
"...I must admit, frozen isn't ideal. It can be done for sure, but it doesn't allow flavor to really develop...." Read more
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At first use it took a little getting used to this new appliance. Some of the features which take some getting used to for me were the pressure release valve, and how to use the electronic controls. When cooking in a pressure cooker using traditional methods it is necessary to set the pressure release valve to closed, this allows pressure to build up in the pot during cooking. During the first few times I had forgotten to twist the pressure release valve to closed. Not doing this will eventually cause a light whistling sound and steam to come out of the release. Twist it back and all is well. I mention this because I read a review giving this pot a 1 star rating, and I could tell they hadn't closed their pressure valve based on the results they said they achieved.
Once you have used it a few times you will remember to shut the valve, as I have. Once the valve is closed then the second part I found took some getting used to was the controls, but now I realize they couldn't be easier. This is truly set it and forget style here people. Once you close the valve on the lid and lock the lid in place (you will hear an electronic "chime" letting you know the lid is closed) then it's as easy as hitting the button labeled "manual" and choosing an amount of time with the selector. This will allow you to follow recipes for times if you'd like. You can also hit the "pressure" button to adjust between high and low pressure. There are also a whole bunch of pre programmed recipes, a slow cooker option and a convenient "sauté" function which I have used a number of times. 10 seconds after choosing your options the cooker will beep 3 times and the pot will start to heat up. (make sure again you have the pressure release valve closed here)
It takes varying amounts of time for the pot to heat up but usually it's between 5 and 10 minutes for the pot to create enough pressure to where it pushes up a metal lock on the back of the unit, this prevents you from opening the pot until the pot is at a safe pressure. Once the lock sets it's only a few minutes till the timer will count down on the pot letting you know how much time is left. So keep in mind it takes 20 minutes or so from start to finish to cook 10 minutes cook time on the pressure cooker. Sometimes it seems like nothing is happening, but if you listen carefully you will hear boiling in the pot whenever it is in cycle. Once the time is up the pot will stay locked until you release the pressure by twisting the pressure release valve, or by waiting for 10 minutes to an hour for the pressure to release naturally. This will drop the metal lock in the back so you can open up the pot. One feature i love is the keep warm function. After any cooking is completed the system automatically goes to "keep warm." One night i forgot my chili in the pot after cooking it, but woke up late at night on the couch to realize it was kept warm all night! Pressing the off button will toggle the keep warm function on and off.
The stainless steel cooking pot is very easy to clean, however 6 of 10 on the unit for ease of clean. I love the stainless steel insert especially, it is very thick and of high quality. I just ordered a second one so i can more easily cook and store a variety of different things without having to constantly be cleaning and moving containers and food.
It does take a bit of getting used to this seemingly complex cooker, but after a little reading of the manual (which is great by the way) and some experience you will be able to cook just about anything in the instant pot. I just started cooking in the last year and I'm cooking up some amazing soups, chilies, meats, rices, pastas, and vegetables all in my first couple weeks, and i'm a beginner!
After looking into the pressure settings (it runs at around 11.x PSI on high) I am able to better plan my cook times. Note: Many recipes I found for pressure cooking on high are for 15 PSI so I have had to add a few minutes to most recipes. I also live in Denver, CO so I have to add some cook time due to the higher altitude as well. I found some good info using google on how to adjust pressure cooking for altitude.
I would highly recommend picking up a food slicer with the instant pot as well. I am dicing onions, celery, carrots, pineapple, potatoes, and more in seconds instead of minutes, then with the help of the instant pot I've got that stuff cooked quick and served hot. The slicer in combination with the instant pot cuts my cook and prep time by a third to a half I would estimate, in some cases more. I got a top rated Borner slicer off Amazon for about $30, and it's worth every penny.
Most importantly the food tastes amazing, meats are tender, rice is well cooked, veggies are incredible. I would recommend this Pressure cooker to anyone in the market for a replacement slow cooker, someone looking to cook more quickly, anyone looking to eat healthier, and for any person without access to a stove.
I plan on purchasing more as gifts for family in the future. For those of you ordering an Instant Pot: Your only regret will be that you didn't get one sooner!
What got me thinking about the IP was talking to a friend at work who is a firefighter. He works long shifts with mostly men, they can't really cook, but they just buy meat and throw it in here. He swore by it. Then someone else chimed in and said they pressure cook a lot. About a month later it went on sale for Prime Day and I picked it up. I am all of a sudden a much, much better cook! There are so many cookbooks for this, my favorite being Hip Pressure Cooking: Fast, Fresh, and Flavorful and there's a wonderful Facebook page where people post their successes and fails, so we can all learn from each other. This whole last month has been wonderful. I'll highlight some things I've tried or heard about:
-Chicken: For the first time every I cooked a whole chicken (see picture of it falling apart). My husband couldn't believe I cooked a whole chicken since I usually buy them at the store already made. It was excellent. I did 6 minutes per pound + 2 minutes. I also cook chicken thighs for dinner about once a week, which I had never cooked before. I do that for 10 minutes with some chicken broth and whichever seasoning sounds good. Ironically enough, I can't get my classic boneless, skinless chicken breasts to turn out, but based on my Facebook group a lot of people have success with them.
-Pot roast: I tried this once and it didn't work great. It was a very lean, thick cut of meat. I heard that the leaner meats are harder to do. Next time I'll try something different.
-Eggs: I can hard boil 30 eggs at once!!! I work 12 hour shifts and eat 4 with my lunch and 4 with my dinner. Since I work 4 days in a row I have to hard boil 32 eggs. I used to use my egg cooker and do 7 at a time, which was a pain. Now it's quick and easy!
-Steel cut oats: Another thing that I never ate before. At one point a couple years ago we tried making them a few times, but it's so annoying having to stir the pot all the time and then half the time I ended up with some crusted on the bottom which was annoying to clean up. Now I use the PIP (pot in the pot) method. I put 1 cup of water in the bottom, then the trivet in, then 1 cup of steel cut oats in a large Pyrex glass dish with 2 1/2 cups of water. I put it on for 10 minutes manual high pressure and walk away. Once the pressure releases and I open it they are perfect! I then divide them up into mason jars and put them in the fridge. At breakfast time I warm them up, add some milk for creaminess and they are perfect. We eat them every single morning now. The only dish I have is the Pyrex bowl and I just rinse the metal pot out since it didn't touch any food.
-Soups: I had never made soup before this. I have made chicken noodle soup many times and everyone loves it. I HATE how chicken noodle soup always has mushy noodles. Not mine! I cook the noodles to how I like them. I've bene wanting to experiment with more soups, but I'll do that in winter.
-Yogurt: Another amazing feature. I've made yogurt 3 times and love it. My 2 year old only eats my yogurt. I can make a gallon of organic yogurt for a fraction of the cost of buying it at the store. It takes some patience, but the hands on work part of it is only about 20 minutes. There's a lot of waiting for things to heat, cool, incubate, set. I've finally learned when to start to have each step finish at the right time. Feel free to ask if you have questions.
-Sides: I found a recipe for a mac and cheese that everyone loves. My daughter and her friends are always begging me for it. The best part? It's only 5 ingredients (pasta, heavy whip, butter, salt and cheese). It also only requires washing a cheese grater and the pot and it only takes 20 minute from start to finish. No hard to pronounce, artificial, food dyed ingredients. I have also mastered spaghetti with meat sauce. Before this I had never once made spaghetti with meat sauce. Now I do it all the time. Again, I only have ONE thing to clean afterwards. If I tried doing with without the IP I would have a pan for the meat, pot for the pasta, strainer. It only takes about 20 minutes start to finish. It can be real simple (meat, jar of sauce, pasta, water) or get really complicated with making your own sauce (even then it's still pretty easy).
-Veggies: Many veggies can be cooked in here. Delicate ones, like broccoli are harder to do. Con on the cob in here is amazing though. Much quicker than any other method.
-Deserts: I haven't made a desert yet, but on my Facebook group a ton of people are making cheesecake. I try to keep deserts out of the house and just have them for special treats when we're out. So I haven't tried this. A ton of people in my Facebook group are doing it and they look like they turn out great.
-Chicken broth: I am not the type of woman who makes chicken broth. My step-mom does that kind of stuff and I look at her like "why don't you just buy it". Well, now I am the type of person who makes chicken broth. After throwing a whole chicken in here I take the carcass (I hate that word!) and put it back in with some veggies, set it for 2 hours and it's done! I strain it and then have beautiful, healthy, yummy chicken broth. The first time I did it my husband looked at me like I was cray-cray. Now he helps by saving his bones. There is no better chicken noodle soup that when it's made with homemade broth! Yummy!!!
-Spaghetti squash: This is one food I accepted that it's harder to make than it's worth, so we hadn't eaten it in years. Not anymore! I put it in for 20 minutes without cutting it. When I opened the pot the squash is intact, but with the skin peeling off. It's easy to cut it in half from there, scoop out the seeds and separate it.
-Applesauce: Whenever my apples start getting too soft, I peel them, use my little apple slicer and throw them in here with some cinnamon. There are recipes for if you want to add sugar, lemon, honey, ect. I prefer just apples and cinnamon though since it's healthy and natural. My kids love it. 8 minutes on manual with a natural release. I just stir it with a fork and don't even need to blend it. There are small, very soft chunks. I wish I had this when my son was a baby!
Those are a few of them things I've made. I have learned to experiment more. Since I usually don't have to do many dishes with the IP I tend to enjoy experimenting. I have a cookbook I write all of my successes in. My family is constant surprised at how much this has changed how we eat. I usually don't keep appliances out on my counter, but since I use this at least once a day I never put it away. The only downfall is I think there is a learning curve to it. It's a little intimidating at first and requires some trial and error. I was terrified of almost everything the first time I did it. 90% of everything has come out great. I'm learning what I like to cook and don't like to cook in it. I love that when we have a last minute neighborhood get together (it happens a few times a week) I can whip up a pasta dish and veggie real quick.
Tips (Added Jan 2017):
-Recipes generally don't include time to come to pressure. Think of this is the same as your oven warming up or water boiling. After your food goes in the pot it has the pressurize, then the timer starts counting down. You can speed this up but turning on "saute" first. It cuts the time more than in half.
-Instructions have lingo related to you the pressure gets released. First there's natural pressure release (NPR). This is just leaving the pot alone until the pin drops, indicating there's no pressure in the pot. The lid can then be removed safely. Then there's a quick release (QR), which is where you turn the pressure release valve at the far side of the pressure cooker. This takes about a minute and releases a bunch of steam, so you probably don't want this under a cabinet. There is also a chance of some food/fluid coming out, depending on what's in the pot and how full it is. If that happens you can wait for it to do the NPR or you can do short, slow bursts.
-If you're having problems with getting anything to work check all the parts first. Is the silicone ring in place? Is the pin in place and able to move up and down? Is the valve set to "sealing"? Is there enough water/fluid in the pot to pressurize?
Nov 2016 update: Well, it's not longer sitting on my counter, but I still use it about 2-3 times a week, which is more than any other appliance. I got over the honeymoon period, where I tried EVERY food in here. Now I know what I like and what I don't like in here and I stick with that. I recommend you get 2-3 good cookbooks with this and start finding fun recipes on Pinterest. I keep adding pictures and things in my review.
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What got me thinking about the IP was talking to a friend at work who is a firefighter. He works long shifts with mostly men, they can't really cook, but they just buy meat and throw it in here. He swore by it. Then someone else chimed in and said they pressure cook a lot. About a month later it went on sale for Prime Day and I picked it up. I am all of a sudden a much, much better cook! There are so many cookbooks for this, my favorite being [[ASIN:1250026377 Hip Pressure Cooking: Fast, Fresh, and Flavorful]] and there's a wonderful Facebook page where people post their successes and fails, so we can all learn from each other. This whole last month has been wonderful. I'll highlight some things I've tried or heard about:
-Chicken: For the first time every I cooked a whole chicken (see picture of it falling apart). My husband couldn't believe I cooked a whole chicken since I usually buy them at the store already made. It was excellent. I did 6 minutes per pound + 2 minutes. I also cook chicken thighs for dinner about once a week, which I had never cooked before. I do that for 10 minutes with some chicken broth and whichever seasoning sounds good. Ironically enough, I can't get my classic boneless, skinless chicken breasts to turn out, but based on my Facebook group a lot of people have success with them.
-Pot roast: I tried this once and it didn't work great. It was a very lean, thick cut of meat. I heard that the leaner meats are harder to do. Next time I'll try something different.
-Eggs: I can hard boil 30 eggs at once!!! I work 12 hour shifts and eat 4 with my lunch and 4 with my dinner. Since I work 4 days in a row I have to hard boil 32 eggs. I used to use my egg cooker and do 7 at a time, which was a pain. Now it's quick and easy!
-Steel cut oats: Another thing that I never ate before. At one point a couple years ago we tried making them a few times, but it's so annoying having to stir the pot all the time and then half the time I ended up with some crusted on the bottom which was annoying to clean up. Now I use the PIP (pot in the pot) method. I put 1 cup of water in the bottom, then the trivet in, then 1 cup of steel cut oats in a large Pyrex glass dish with 2 1/2 cups of water. I put it on for 10 minutes manual high pressure and walk away. Once the pressure releases and I open it they are perfect! I then divide them up into mason jars and put them in the fridge. At breakfast time I warm them up, add some milk for creaminess and they are perfect. We eat them every single morning now. The only dish I have is the Pyrex bowl and I just rinse the metal pot out since it didn't touch any food.
-Soups: I had never made soup before this. I have made chicken noodle soup many times and everyone loves it. I HATE how chicken noodle soup always has mushy noodles. Not mine! I cook the noodles to how I like them. I've bene wanting to experiment with more soups, but I'll do that in winter.
-Yogurt: Another amazing feature. I've made yogurt 3 times and love it. My 2 year old only eats my yogurt. I can make a gallon of organic yogurt for a fraction of the cost of buying it at the store. It takes some patience, but the hands on work part of it is only about 20 minutes. There's a lot of waiting for things to heat, cool, incubate, set. I've finally learned when to start to have each step finish at the right time. Feel free to ask if you have questions.
-Sides: I found a recipe for a mac and cheese that everyone loves. My daughter and her friends are always begging me for it. The best part? It's only 5 ingredients (pasta, heavy whip, butter, salt and cheese). It also only requires washing a cheese grater and the pot and it only takes 20 minute from start to finish. No hard to pronounce, artificial, food dyed ingredients. I have also mastered spaghetti with meat sauce. Before this I had never once made spaghetti with meat sauce. Now I do it all the time. Again, I only have ONE thing to clean afterwards. If I tried doing with without the IP I would have a pan for the meat, pot for the pasta, strainer. It only takes about 20 minutes start to finish. It can be real simple (meat, jar of sauce, pasta, water) or get really complicated with making your own sauce (even then it's still pretty easy).
-Veggies: Many veggies can be cooked in here. Delicate ones, like broccoli are harder to do. Con on the cob in here is amazing though. Much quicker than any other method.
-Deserts: I haven't made a desert yet, but on my Facebook group a ton of people are making cheesecake. I try to keep deserts out of the house and just have them for special treats when we're out. So I haven't tried this. A ton of people in my Facebook group are doing it and they look like they turn out great.
-Chicken broth: I am not the type of woman who makes chicken broth. My step-mom does that kind of stuff and I look at her like "why don't you just buy it". Well, now I am the type of person who makes chicken broth. After throwing a whole chicken in here I take the carcass (I hate that word!) and put it back in with some veggies, set it for 2 hours and it's done! I strain it and then have beautiful, healthy, yummy chicken broth. The first time I did it my husband looked at me like I was cray-cray. Now he helps by saving his bones. There is no better chicken noodle soup that when it's made with homemade broth! Yummy!!!
-Spaghetti squash: This is one food I accepted that it's harder to make than it's worth, so we hadn't eaten it in years. Not anymore! I put it in for 20 minutes without cutting it. When I opened the pot the squash is intact, but with the skin peeling off. It's easy to cut it in half from there, scoop out the seeds and separate it.
-Applesauce: Whenever my apples start getting too soft, I peel them, use my little apple slicer and throw them in here with some cinnamon. There are recipes for if you want to add sugar, lemon, honey, ect. I prefer just apples and cinnamon though since it's healthy and natural. My kids love it. 8 minutes on manual with a natural release. I just stir it with a fork and don't even need to blend it. There are small, very soft chunks. I wish I had this when my son was a baby!
Those are a few of them things I've made. I have learned to experiment more. Since I usually don't have to do many dishes with the IP I tend to enjoy experimenting. I have a cookbook I write all of my successes in. My family is constant surprised at how much this has changed how we eat. I usually don't keep appliances out on my counter, but since I use this at least once a day I never put it away. The only downfall is I think there is a learning curve to it. It's a little intimidating at first and requires some trial and error. I was terrified of almost everything the first time I did it. 90% of everything has come out great. I'm learning what I like to cook and don't like to cook in it. I love that when we have a last minute neighborhood get together (it happens a few times a week) I can whip up a pasta dish and veggie real quick.
Tips (Added Jan 2017):
-Recipes generally don't include time to come to pressure. Think of this is the same as your oven warming up or water boiling. After your food goes in the pot it has the pressurize, then the timer starts counting down. You can speed this up but turning on "saute" first. It cuts the time more than in half.
-Instructions have lingo related to you the pressure gets released. First there's natural pressure release (NPR). This is just leaving the pot alone until the pin drops, indicating there's no pressure in the pot. The lid can then be removed safely. Then there's a quick release (QR), which is where you turn the pressure release valve at the far side of the pressure cooker. This takes about a minute and releases a bunch of steam, so you probably don't want this under a cabinet. There is also a chance of some food/fluid coming out, depending on what's in the pot and how full it is. If that happens you can wait for it to do the NPR or you can do short, slow bursts.
-If you're having problems with getting anything to work check all the parts first. Is the silicone ring in place? Is the pin in place and able to move up and down? Is the valve set to "sealing"? Is there enough water/fluid in the pot to pressurize?
Nov 2016 update: Well, it's not longer sitting on my counter, but I still use it about 2-3 times a week, which is more than any other appliance. I got over the honeymoon period, where I tried EVERY food in here. Now I know what I like and what I don't like in here and I stick with that. I recommend you get 2-3 good cookbooks with this and start finding fun recipes on Pinterest. I keep adding pictures and things in my review.
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The Instant Pot products are super nice!
Saloni from Instant Pot helped me choose the perfect model for my needs. We communicated back and forth for 2-3 days, but she was incredibly helpful throughout the process, guiding me to choose the Instant Pot Duo. The products are clearly of great quality with thoughtful design and excellent safety features. I believe everyone should have an Instant Pot in their kitchen.
I explored many brands like Geek robocook, kuvings, Wellspire but knowing Instant Pot is the number one brand in the USA and my great experience with their air fryer made me choose them. They've been in the market for so long and have perfected their products.
I used to be scared of traditional pressure cookers because they can be very dangerous and might explode at any time. But with the Instant Pot, I feel very secure due to its many safety features. It also has useful functions like delay start, which allows you to set it and forget it. You can set a timer, and your food will be ready when you wake up the next morning.
I also appreciate how it helps with fermenting idli batter and making yogurt at home, especially in the cold weather in Bangalore. Setting yogurt used to be a hassle, but the Instant Pot has made it much easier.
Additionally, Saloni followed up to ensure I received my product in good condition and helped set up a demo call with an expert. The expert, Mr. Jivan, called me promptly, had excellent product knowledge, and cleared up all my doubts.
Since getting my Instant Pot, I haven't gone a day without using it. Most of my other pots and pressure cookers are just sitting on the shelf unused. I'm also considering buying more Instant Pot inner pots and possibly another Instant Pot itself because one isn't enough for me. Eventually, I might get rid of all my other kitchen products and just keep the Instant Pots. They're incredibly convenient. Thank you, Instant Pot!
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The Instant Pot products are super nice!
Saloni from Instant Pot helped me choose the perfect model for my needs. We communicated back and forth for 2-3 days, but she was incredibly helpful throughout the process, guiding me to choose the Instant Pot Duo. The products are clearly of great quality with thoughtful design and excellent safety features. I believe everyone should have an Instant Pot in their kitchen.
I explored many brands like Geek robocook, kuvings, Wellspire but knowing Instant Pot is the number one brand in the USA and my great experience with their air fryer made me choose them. They've been in the market for so long and have perfected their products.
I used to be scared of traditional pressure cookers because they can be very dangerous and might explode at any time. But with the Instant Pot, I feel very secure due to its many safety features. It also has useful functions like delay start, which allows you to set it and forget it. You can set a timer, and your food will be ready when you wake up the next morning.
I also appreciate how it helps with fermenting idli batter and making yogurt at home, especially in the cold weather in Bangalore. Setting yogurt used to be a hassle, but the Instant Pot has made it much easier.
Additionally, Saloni followed up to ensure I received my product in good condition and helped set up a demo call with an expert. The expert, Mr. Jivan, called me promptly, had excellent product knowledge, and cleared up all my doubts.
Since getting my Instant Pot, I haven't gone a day without using it. Most of my other pots and pressure cookers are just sitting on the shelf unused. I'm also considering buying more Instant Pot inner pots and possibly another Instant Pot itself because one isn't enough for me. Eventually, I might get rid of all my other kitchen products and just keep the Instant Pots. They're incredibly convenient. Thank you, Instant Pot!
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Versatility:
The 7-in-1 functionality is a game-changer. Whether I’m pressure cooking, slow cooking, making rice, steaming vegetables, sautéing, or even making yogurt, this appliance handles it all with ease. It simplifies meal prep by combining multiple cooking methods into one device, saving both space and time.
Ease of Use:
Using the Instant Pot is incredibly straightforward. The control panel is intuitive, with clearly labeled buttons and a digital display that makes selecting the desired cooking function a breeze. The preset programs for different dishes take the guesswork out of cooking, ensuring consistent and delicious results every time.
Speed and Efficiency:
One of the standout features of the Instant Pot is its speed. Pressure cooking drastically reduces the time needed to cook meals that would normally take hours. I can prepare tender, flavorful dishes like stews, roasts, and soups in a fraction of the time it would take using traditional methods.
Quality of Cooking:
The food quality is consistently excellent. The pressure cooking function locks in flavors resulting in delicious, healthy meals. Rice cooks perfectly every time, and the slow cooker function delivers excellent results for recipes that benefit from low and slow cooking.
Safety Features:
I appreciate the multiple built-in safety features, including a locking lid, pressure release valve, and overheat protection. These features give me peace of mind, knowing that the Instant Pot is designed to operate safely.
Easy Cleanup:
Cleanup is a breeze with the Instant Pot. The inner pot is stainless steel and dishwasher-safe, which makes washing up after cooking hassle-free. The lid and accessories are also easy to clean, adding to the overall convenience.
Durability:
The build quality of the Instant Pot is excellent. It feels sturdy and well-made, and after many uses, it still functions like new. The stainless steel inner pot is particularly durable, showing no signs of wear or scratching.
Value for Money:
Given its versatility and the number of appliances it replaces, the Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 is excellent value for money. It’s a worthwhile investment that pays off through time saved and the variety of meals you can easily prepare.
Conclusion:
The Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker is a must-have for any kitchen. Its versatility, ease of use, and consistent performance make it an invaluable tool for both novice and experienced cooks. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to simplify their cooking routine and expand their culinary possibilities.
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