![]() This helps you keep track of how long you want the “Keep Warm” function to be used. It will then start to count UP time showing how many minutes it has been since the cooking has finished. OFF = the cooking process has ended (this will happen at the same time as multiple beeps).That means there are 12 minutes left for the cooking process. Ex: you set it for 20 minutes and the display now shows “12”. Numbers = Once the Instant Pot is up to pressure it will start counting DOWN the cook time you had entered in.This can take only a few minutes or up to 30 depending on what you are cooking. ON = the Instant Pot is coming up to pressure.Display functions = this is the digital screen that will let you know what is happening with your Instant Pot.This is the reverse of when it is cooking when the minutes will count down. If using the Keep Warm function, you’ll choose an amount of time for warming (ex: 1:30) and when it starts it will count the minutes UP. Later on, when you’re feeling ambitious and use the Saute button, you’re going to need to press On/Keep Warm to move onto the next step. This button gets you back to “normal” functions for most models, especially if your recipe includes multiple steps. On/Keep Warm = think of this as your “Home” button.This is necessary when cooking certain foods (foaming foods, fatty foods, or a huge pot of soup. Natural Release (NR) = Allowing the Instant Pot to depressurize on its own until the float valve drops down by itself.May also be noted in recipes as Manual Pressure Release. I then leave it over the vent until it is no longer producing steam. This process can be hot and releases a lot of steam so I always use a kitchen towel to flip the steam release handle. There may be foam or even liquid that forms when you do this. Quick Release (QR) = Flipping the steam release handle to “venting” to let steam out manually.This valve is hot so don’t touch it when the pot is in use. Up=pressurized, down = no longer pressurized and safe to open. Float Valve = the pin (in some cases it is red) on the lid that indicates if the pot is at pressure or depressurized.Venting = the process of switching the steam release handle to “venting”.Sealing = the process of putting the lid on, locking it, and switching the steam release handle to “sealing”.Steam Release Handle = the moveable vent on top of the lid.There are many different models of Instant Pots and some buttons may be marked a bit differently. Now, mop up that boob sweat, take that Instant Pot out of the box, and let’s freaking do this. I want you to love your pressure cooker and work your way up to more complex recipes. And for beginners, that means straightforward recipes that involve pushing some buttons and walking away. This collection of recipes is designed to build your confidence in using your Instant Pot. ![]() ![]() That means some of my favorite recipes like Instant Pot Orange Chicken and Whole30 Bruschetta Chicken aren’t being featured because they involve using the saute function. Third, I combed the interwebs to bring you super basic and easy Instant Pot recipes for beginners. I’m going to walk you through a few of the terms because you’ll see them in the recipes we’re sharing today. Second, do read the user manual because you’ll want to get familiar with the parts and terms of your new pressure cooker. Put it away cause you’re not going to want to use it anytime soon. I’m Sarah and I’m here to help.įirst things first: the cookbook that comes with the Instant Pot suuuuuuuucks. You’re super excited and can’t wait to see if it lives up to the hype.Įxcept it is still in the box and you’re absolutely terrified of the thing and omg could someone please just hold your hand and tell you how this thing works?! So…you got an Instant Pot (or another brand of pressure cooker) recently. Tasty dinner, soup, breakfast, and other recipes to get you started on the road to Instant Pot expert.Īs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Make these healthy and delicious Easy Instant Pot Recipes For Beginners to help you learn to make amazing quick and simple meals.
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