Braisogona Vitesse Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker, 9 L Braisogona_A185104

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Similarly, an Instant Pot can certainly shave a few hours off cooking stews, ribs and other dishes that usually take the best part of a day to cook, however with dishes like rice or steaming vegetables the time saving is minimal, which may mean an Instant Pot isn’t worth the investment.

I like the fact that you can do a whole meal in one pan as you can sauté and then slow cook. I've started to use the pressure cooking setting more and more - it makes excellent rice for example."(Vetted by Mumsnet user QueenofLouisiana) Our verdict LARGE CAPACITY & BONDED STEEL BASE: The large 6L pan capacity is perfect for cooking 4-6 portions of food for all the family and can easily accommodate perfect cooking of any large meat joint, whilst the bonded steel base ensures even heat distribution for perfect cooking. Suitable for all hob types, even induction. A key factor in our tests is assessing the control of the steam release once the food is ready. Some pressure cookers open their pressure valves automatically once they're finished, but others need to be toggled by hand. While some smoothly let the steam out, others let it fly out rapidly and spit droplets of water all over the kitchen countertop.The key benefit overall is the speed, so pressure cookers are best for cutting down cooking times. Large potatoes, for example, can be perfectly pressure cooked in as little as eight minutes. A built-in air fryer gives the Instant Pot Pro Crisp XL 8 Quart an edge over other models. This powerful, user-friendly multi-cooker lets you broil, bake, roast, toast, sauté, sous vide, dehydrate, steam, slow cook, and more. Swapping its lid transforms it into the air fryer. Its crisper technology and 8-quart capacity are ideal for large meal prep and entertaining. A dual frying function browns and crisps the food's exterior, enhancing its look and taste. Its five programmable settings let you save your special recipe presets. When using a pressure cooker, safety is of the utmost concern — remember, a pressure cooker works due to pent-up steam, which can pose a safety hazard if handled improperly. Always consult and familiarize yourself with the owner’s manual of your particular model before cooking. The fact that you can just set it off and leave it is, IMO, the best thing about it and a total gift to parents. I don't do anything adventurous with mine, just one pot meals, or cooking up rice, polenta etc. Wouldn't want to be without it now though."(Tried and tested by Mumsnet user BessAndCress)

We were impressed the Instant Pot Pro also has five buttons that allow you to store your favorite settings for recipes you make regularly, giving you the convenience of the one-touch programs but for your own custom recipes. This basic model requires more oversight while cooking, and it doesn't have pre-programmable features or presets.Perfect for couples or small families, this little 3L device is not only a pressure cooker, but also doubles up as a slow cooker as well. It has eight preset programmes, each perfect for a specific food type, be it rice or meat or soup, as well as a handy timer so you can set it to finish cooking just as you arrive home. We also love that it comes in larger sizes, so you can choose the right capacity for your family.