So you may be asking, well what on earth is an Instant Pot?
It is seriously the best kitchen gadget I have purchased. I would even put it above my actifry and that's saying something.
I love this thing so much, that I almost use it EVERY.SINGLE.DAY.
It seriously tops every kitchen appliance I have ever bought.
It is basically a 7in1 cooker, and it slow cooks, pressure cooks, sautes, has settings for soup, chilli, rice, porridge and even makes yoghurt.
Since I purchased it, you will probably have noticed many instant pot recipes appearing right here on Slimming Eats. I must admit I have been using it more than my actual stove, especially in this cold winter months, as it is perfect for all those comforting hearty meals.
Instant Pot Tempered Glass Lid for when I want to use it as a slow cooker - it's not a necessity, but means you can see in the Instant Pot when you are slow cooking, unlike the usual lid for pressure cooking.
as well as some spare Instant Pot Sealing Rings, again these are not really needed, but as I cook a lot of curries and things in my Instant Pot, it's handy to have a spare sealing ring, for when cooking sweet dishes etc, as the sealing ring can often retain some of the aromas from what was cooked previously.
I like that these come in two different colours, as I can keep one colour for savoury dishes and the other for sweet.
Lastly, becauseI use my Instant Pot so frequently, I often have plenty of leftovers to freeze. So some sturdy good quality Glass Food Containers with lids are handy.
Below is a selection of 8 of my favourite Instant Pot Recipes that I have created so far:
8 Must Try Slimming World and Weight Watchers Instant Pot Recipes
Coconut Chicken and Sweet Potato Curry (Instant Pot and Stove Top)
Delicious Creamy Coconut Chicken and Sweet Potato Curry which can be cooked stovetop or in an Instant Pot.
Firecracker Chicken Meatballs (Instant Pot and Stove Top)
Tender Firecracker Chicken Meatballs in an amazing spicy and sweet sauce, it will become a regular feature on your meal plan.
Instant Pot Honey Mustard Chicken
Delicious Instant Pot Honey Mustard Chicken - tender pieces of chicken breast in a flavoursome honey dijon mustard sauce. All ready in less than 20 minutes.
and when you are done with those, don't forget to check out all my other deliciousand healthy Slimming World and Weight Watchers friendly Instant Pot Recipes.
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In general, Instant Pots do so much more than just pressure cooking and can be used as a rice cooker, slow cooker, steamer yogurt maker, sauté pan, and a meal warmer.
Most things cook (at least) 60–70% faster in a pressure cooker than when using any other type of cooking. That doesn't count the prep time of course, or any time the oven, pot, or pressure cooker takes to come to temperature for the food to start real “cooking” though, or “resting” time in the pot for some foods.
Foods containing dairy, like milk, cream, or yogurt, should not be pressure-cooked. The high heat and pressure can cause dairy products to curdle or separate, ruining the texture, taste and flavour of the dish. Cooking fried foods is a strict no no, when it comes to pressure cookers.
Con– The Instant Pot uses steam under pressure to cook food and not everything is meant to be cooked in the Instant Pot. I attempted a crustless quiche which turned out well but it was too wet and moist to my liking and I prefer to cook it in the oven with dry heat.
Because pressure cooking is an enclosed form of cooking, there is no contact with air. Therefore, some nutritionists argue that the ingredients may remain uncooked from within which can hamper your digestion on being consumed.
Pressure-cooked meat-based dishes show a significant reduction in unsaturated fat contents, but it appears that iron is not lost. In addition to making foods like grains and legumes more digestible, pressure cooking does not create any of the unhealthy chemicals associated with baking and grilling methods.
Unlike nonstick cooking surfaces, the stainless steel pot presents no threat of harmful chemicals. Instant Pot also switches to a “warm” setting when it's done cooking, keeping food at a safe temperature for up to 10 hours.
When it comes to breaking your Instant Pot in, it's a good idea to start with some basic foods and simple meals you're already familiar with, then slowly expand your Instant Pot repertoire from there. Try making staples like eggs, sweet potatoes, rice, or lentils using just the pressure cooker function.
The pressure cookers used can inactivate up to 1010 CFU/mL bacteria and 107 CFU/mL fungi. The ultimate test for a sterilization device uses the most heat-resistant organisms, commonly Geobacillus stearothermophilus endospores. If the hardiest of microorganisms is killed, than all other microbes should die as well.
Ease of use: Crockpots are generally easier to use because you just adjust the time and heat (low, high, and warm). Instant Pots have many more functions and steps, which add more potential points of confusion. Cleanup: This depends on the brand and model.
They are most commonly used in industrial settings to quickly prepare meat or stocks. However, in most scenarios, Elite Chefs avoid using pressure cookers because they provide less control over the final dish. Chefs often prefer slow cooking techniques that accentuate and pull out the flavors of the food.
Another tip, taken from an Instant Pot Facebook group, is to open the valve all the way on your Instant Pot lid when slow cooking. This allows some moisture and steam to release and keeps the Instant Pot from overcooking your slow cooker recipes.
Mostly we boil potatoes in a pressure cooker, but like rice, potatoes also contain a lot of starch. This is the reason why boiling or cooking in this pressure cooker is not considered good for health. If you still plan to use cooker for the same, add a lot of water and wash them thoroughly post cooking.
With stovetop cookers there's still a small risk of pushing the pressure too high and blowing the thing up, but the Instant Pot doesn't have that danger. And it also has different pressure modes, so you can set it at low pressure for things like soup and high pressure when you're in a hurry.
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