Instant Pot 5252247 Official Mesh Steamer Baskets, Set of 2, Stainless Steel

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Some electric pressure cookers come with an "egg" or "steam" setting, but we're bypassing that here to keep things utterly simple. Using high pressure on the manual setting will steam your eggs perfectly, don't worry. These Instant Pot steam times charts provide estimates of the length of time various foods should be steamed under pressure in an Instant Pot. Select “Pressure Cook.” Ensure the pressure level is set to “High Pressure” and the “Keep Warm” function is off. Set the cooking time to zero.

Cut all the veggies close to the same size so that they cook evenly. If not, smaller pieces would cook faster than bigger ones. Steaming is one of the healthiest methods of cooking fresh vegetables and can be a real lifesaver for those busy weeknight dinners. Sometimes, I want my vegetables all nice and crunchy. Other times I want it lightly steamed and more tender. This steamed veggies recipe is an easy way to make tender vegetables that are delicious and full of flavor. I like that I have a tried and true method to steam my vegetables that produces consistent results. It can be difficult to get the steaming time just right in an Instant Pot, and you may need to use some trial and error to figure out the right setting for how you like your food steamed. If you open the lid and the vegetables are still undercooked, close the lid, and the residual heat will steam the vegetables some more.You will need an instant pot pressure cooker for this recipe and also a steam basket. The basket is usually sold separately but you can get this from a store or online. You can use a mesh basket or a silicone basket but make sure it is the right size that fits in your instant pot. Brussel sprouts: Trim the ends and remove the outer leaves from each Brussels sprout. If the sprouts are large, slice them in half. If they are small, you can leave them as is. Make sure to use a basket so that the vegetables aren't in the water at the bottom of the instant pot. If they are, they would boil, not steam and you'll end up with mushy broccoli.

You can also freeze them to preserve them for longer. Put them in an airtight container or freezer bag. To defrost if frozen, put the container of veggies in the fridge overnight. Eggs: Steaming eggs in the Instant Pot is my new favorite way to cook them. Hard-boiled eggs take just 5 minutes. Before you start, make sure to wash and clean the veggies. Remove leaves and any spoiled and/or dry bits.

Well, just about anything that can be steamed or boiled on the stovetop can be steamed in your instant pot. Here are some ideas: Learn the fastest and easiest way to steam veggies without any hassle at all. This instant pot steamed vegetables recipe is so stress-free, you'll never want to steam veggies any other way again! In general, most veggies steam in as little as 1 to 5 minutes, but root veggies typically take longer. However, frozen veggies will need a longer steam time than fresh veggies. Similarly, most seafood cooks in 1 to 5 minutes.

Reheat either in a skillet on the stovetop or in the microwave till hot. What can I eat this recipe with? Cook the vegetables ahead of time to reheat later. Steamed vegetables can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days. You can reheat them as needed. Place the metal trivet on the bottom of the inner pot. Place the steamer basket on top of the trivet. Place the vegetables into the steamer basket. (If your steam basket has legs, you don’t need the trivet and can put the basket directly into the cooking pot). If you have some fresh vegetables on hand, you can make these Instant Pot vegetables in just a few minutes. Why You’ll Love This Recipe Storing: These Instant Pot steamed vegetables store quite well. Keep them in the refrigerator in an airtight glass container for up to 2 to 3 days.Very fresh eggs (such as eggs from a neighbor or the farmers market) are often harder to peel. Try leaving them on the counter for a few days, which will help make them more peelable. If you are wondering how to steam in the Instant Pot without a steamer basket, there are a few options you can try. Mixed veggies:I use a veggie mix containing broccoli florets, carrots, and cauliflower for this recipe, but you can mix whatever veggies you like. Fruit: You can steam whole fruit like pears and apples directly on the trivet, or chopped fruit in a heatproof bowl on the trivet or in a steamer basket.