Instant Pot users come in!

[doodler]

I got an instant pot for Christmas and used it for the first time yesterday. I made Honey Teriyaki Drumsticks and they were falling off the bone tender.  My Mom let me borrow her cookbooks and I copied some recipes but I'm sure they will be hit or miss.  Does anybody want to share their favorite recipes?

[ohinvrtedworld]

Um, I am jealous that you have an Instant Pot, first of all. But I see lots of recipes on Skinnytaste for them, and all the recipes from there that I've tried have been good -- so that might be a good place to check out!

[doodler]

Jan 9, 2017 14:29:18 GMT -5 ohinvrtedworld said:

Um, I am jealous that you have an Instant Pot, first of all. But I see lots of recipes on Skinnytaste for them, and all the recipes from there that I've tried have been good -- so that might be a good place to check out!

It's awesome!  Actually the chicken recipe I made last night was from skinny taste!  I love her stuff!!!  Coincidentally, I also made her cauliflower fried "rice" with frozen cauliflower rice from trader joes.  It was so good and actually tasted just like fried rice.  DH said he could eat it every day.

[ldubhawksfan]

I'm following for some good recipes!!

[bex15]

This is making me think I need an Instant Pot

[MrsRC88]

I have one and I LOVE it! I don't always follow recipes- but basically, I'll brown some meat on sauté and add 1 cup of liquid and some seasoning and look up online how much time it needs to cook. I've done salsa chicken, pork roast, beef roast.

I added frozen chicken tenders, a can of diced tomatoes and a jar of pesto- 15 min, NPR. I put it in a casserole dish, topped it with mozzarella and broiled until bubbly. That was very tasty and easy.

I need REAL recipes.

[onesweetworld]

I sent our instant pot back because H was intimidated and he prefers the crockpot and slow cooking. So how do I convince him we need one?

[doodler]

Jan 9, 2017 22:37:18 GMT -5 onesweetworld said:

I sent our instant pot back because H was intimidated and he prefers the crockpot and slow cooking. So how do I convince him we need one?

I mean I just got mine but the way I describe it is that it is just like using the crockpot.....the same dump and go type of thing, but SO much faster.  I can cook the same meal in 45 min instead of 6 hours.  Plus it does saute, you can put in uncooked pasta, you can cook pot-in-pot(I haven't done this yet and need to learn more but I'm intrigued), and make the rice with whatever meat you cook.  You can also make yogurt in it.

If I make crockpot stuff I have to leave it all day.  So depending on the recipe the meat can dry out pretty easily.  The chicken recipe I made the other day I have also made in the crock pot.  The crockpot chicken was dried out and the instant pot chicken was so crazy tender that it was falling apart.  

[MrsRC88]

Jan 10, 2017 7:56:35 GMT -5 doodler said:

Jan 9, 2017 22:37:18 GMT -5 onesweetworld said:

I sent our instant pot back because H was intimidated and he prefers the crockpot and slow cooking. So how do I convince him we need one?

I mean I just got mine but the way I describe it is that it is just like using the crockpot.....the same dump and go type of thing, but SO much faster.  I can cook the same meal in 45 min instead of 6 hours.  Plus it does saute, you can put in uncooked pasta, you can cook pot-in-pot(I haven't done this yet and need to learn more but I'm intrigued), and make the rice with whatever meat you cook.  You can also make yogurt in it.

If I make crockpot stuff I have to leave it all day.  So depending on the recipe the meat can dry out pretty easily.  The chicken recipe I made the other day I have also made in the crock pot.  The crockpot chicken was dried out and the instant pot chicken was so crazy tender that it was falling apart.  

I hate having to prep a meal before work in the morning. With the instant pot, I can dump everything in when I get home, set the timer, do my workout/laundry/whatever and dinner is ready in a fraction of a time. I love being able to cook a, fall apart tender pot roast in 45 min.

I can throw a whole bag of greens (spinach, kale, collards, etc...) and just let it cook. When I do that on the stove I'm always waiting for some of it to wilt, and then adding more- this is more like set it and forget it.

[doodler]

MrsRC88 what do you put in with your greens?

[MrsRC88]

Jan 10, 2017 10:40:38 GMT -5 doodler said:

MrsRC88 what do you put in with your greens?

I sauté some bacon and add in 1 cup of water for collards. If I have a ham hock, I'd add that too.

For kale and spinach I'll sauté garlic and maybe onions, in olive/coconut/avocado oil and add 1 cup of water.

I add salt at the end- adding salt in the beginning seems to just make a crust.

[Unknown]

5 Min Shrimp Paella

BBQ Baby Back Ribs
I do broil in the sauce for 5mins on each side when they're done.

[ldubhawksfan]

Jan 10, 2017 7:56:35 GMT -5 doodler said:

Jan 9, 2017 22:37:18 GMT -5 onesweetworld said:

I sent our instant pot back because H was intimidated and he prefers the crockpot and slow cooking. So how do I convince him we need one?

I mean I just got mine but the way I describe it is that it is just like using the crockpot.....the same dump and go type of thing, but SO much faster.  I can cook the same meal in 45 min instead of 6 hours.  Plus it does saute, you can put in uncooked pasta, you can cook pot-in-pot(I haven't done this yet and need to learn more but I'm intrigued), and make the rice with whatever meat you cook.  You can also make yogurt in it.

If I make crockpot stuff I have to leave it all day.  So depending on the recipe the meat can dry out pretty easily.  The chicken recipe I made the other day I have also made in the crock pot.  The crockpot chicken was dried out and the instant pot chicken was so crazy tender that it was falling apart.  

Rice in it is the best I've ever made. I use pot in pot to make it with the meat and it turns out great!

[doodler]

ldubhawksfan I just need to figure out what I can use as the inside pot. Is glass ok? I have tons of pyrex. I have done literally no research into this yet.

[doodler]

I'm so excited to make veggie sloppy joes tonight. I make mine with lean ground beef, but I also add carrots,mushrooms, and onions. If you cut everything small enough it all kind of blends together in a meat like texture. Usually I have to saute all the veggies for awhile to get them soft but tonight I'm going to throw it all in the instant pot and see what happens!

[ldubhawksfan]

Jan 10, 2017 13:57:41 GMT -5 doodler said:

ldubhawksfan I just need to figure out what I can use as the inside pot. Is glass ok? I have tons of pyrex. I have done literally no research into this yet.

I've been meaning to find a steel bowl, but in the mean time I've used my Pyrex glass bowls that are rated for the oven. No problems

[ldubhawksfan]

Jan 10, 2017 19:20:44 GMT -5 @xamountofwords said:

I have no idea what a instant pot is, I came in here thinking you were talking about a different type of pot:P

its an electric pressure cooker that also has functions for sautéing in the same pot, slow cooking, making yogurt. It's pretty awesome!

[ldubhawksfan]

Jan 10, 2017 19:55:03 GMT -5 alwayscheese said:

Jan 10, 2017 19:52:13 GMT -5 ldubhawksfan said:

its an electric pressure cooker that also has functions for sautéing in the same pot, slow cooking, making yogurt. It's pretty awesome!

Except mine apparently doesn't have the yogurt button. Does anyone know how to do it anyway?

You have to have the 7 in 1 (Duo) I think. The Lux doesn't have yogurt function. Sorry!

[MrsRC88]

Jan 10, 2017 19:55:03 GMT -5 alwayscheese said:

Jan 10, 2017 19:52:13 GMT -5 ldubhawksfan said:

its an electric pressure cooker that also has functions for sautéing in the same pot, slow cooking, making yogurt. It's pretty awesome!

Except mine apparently doesn't have the yogurt button. Does anyone know how to do it anyway?

I'm in a Facebook group for Instant Pot users and there are instructions on how to make yogurt without the button. Do a Google search.

I have never made yogurt and probably won't since it makes a lot and its high in sugar and I eat a low-sugar diet. But I know a lot of people love making it!

[MsG]

I love making soup in mine. I've made ramen (which is a bit of a pain compared to other instant pot recipes, but well worth the headache), but my favorite super easy recipe is this one: www.thecreativebite.com/pressure-cooker-chicken-tortilla-soup/

And if you prefer your chicken tortilla soup creamy, you can add some cream and greek yogurt or sour cream at the end to make it so. It is absolutely delicious, easy and cheap. I also use boneless chicken thighs instead of breasts, but I'm sure it's good with breasts too.

[bex15]

Is there an Instant Pot brand/model anyone recommends?

[MsG]

Jan 10, 2017 22:52:06 GMT -5 bex15 said:

Is there an Instant Pot brand/model anyone recommends?

Instant Pot is the brand, but the model question is basically just a matter of what functionality you need from it and the price you want to spend. I have the 7-1 model but actually don't use all the functionality. I think the only thing it has over the 6-1 model is it makes yogurt, but there is a pretty close to 0% chance I'll ever actually use it to make yogurt. 

There are also some models that are bluetooth enabled, but again, not sure I'd ever use that. I also bought mine during Amazon's deal days when the 7 in 1 model was like $30 or $40 off. I think it's normally $100 and I paid $60 or $70 for it. 

[doodler]

Jan 11, 2017 8:10:27 GMT -5 MsG said:

Jan 10, 2017 22:52:06 GMT -5 bex15 said:

Is there an Instant Pot brand/model anyone recommends?

Instant Pot is the brand, but the model question is basically just a matter of what functionality you need from it and the price you want to spend. I have the 7-1 model but actually don't use all the functionality. I think the only thing it has over the 6-1 model is it makes yogurt, but there is a pretty close to 0% chance I'll ever actually use it to make yogurt. 

There are also some models that are bluetooth enabled, but again, not sure I'd ever use that. I also bought mine during Amazon's deal days when the 7 in 1 model was like $30 or $40 off. I think it's normally $100 and I paid $60 or $70 for it. 

I also have the 7 in 1 DUO model.  I might consider making yogurt one day.  Another thing to consider is that there is a 6 quart and an 8 quart model.  6 quart seemed like plenty for me.

[MsG]

doodler, If you ever make yogurt, you'll have to let me know how it goes! I'm obsessed with Cabot Whole Milk Greek Yogurt and just cannot imagine my own would taste any better. Also I'm pretty damn lazy when it comes to cooking...hence why I own an instant pot in the first place.

[doodler]

Jan 11, 2017 8:44:34 GMT -5 MsG said:

doodler , If you ever make yogurt, you'll have to let me know how it goes! I'm obsessed with Cabot Whole Milk Greek Yogurt and just cannot imagine my own would taste any better. Also I'm pretty damn lazy when it comes to cooking...hence why I own an instant pot in the first place.

I've read good things about how people that make it would never go back to store bought so that encourages me.  We'll see.  One Sunday I'll be looking for something to do and make it lol.

[ldubhawksfan]

Jan 10, 2017 20:07:11 GMT -5 MrsRC88 said:

Jan 10, 2017 19:55:03 GMT -5 alwayscheese said:

Except mine apparently doesn't have the yogurt button. Does anyone know how to do it anyway?

I'm in a Facebook group for Instant Pot users and there are instructions on how to make yogurt without the button. Do a Google search.

I have never made yogurt and probably won't since it makes a lot and its high in sugar and I eat a low-sugar diet. But I know a lot of people love making it!

I don't know if I will either, but I want to proof bread with it sometime soon