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

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You can find Instant Pot’s time guide here: https://instantpot.com/instantpot-cooking-time/#tab-id-1. Add 1 cup of cold water to the cooking pot of the 6-quart Instant Pot. (You might need more or less water depending on the size of your Instant Pot.) Add 1 to 2 cups (240 to 470 mL) of water to the Instant Pot. Measure out your water and pour it into the bottom of the Instant Pot. Use less water for a smaller quantity of food, but go ahead and add the full 2 cups (470 mL) if you’re steaming a whole basket of veggies or seafood. [2] X Research source Cut all the veggies close to the same size so that they cook evenly. If not, smaller pieces would cook faster than bigger ones. 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.

Yes, you can steam veggies in an instant pot without a basket but you would need to place something in the instant pot so the vegetables are not in the water at the bottom of the pot. You can use a metal trivet, a steel colander, or aluminum foil. 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).Scroll down for the printable card with the Instant Pot Steam instructions, or read on for all the details. What can I steam in my Instant Pot? Close the lid on the pressure cooker and make sure the steam valve is set to the "sealed" position. Set the pressure to high and set the timer for 4 minutes for electric pressure cookers (3 minutes for stovetop). Here are a few related questions about cooking vegetables in the Instant Pot: How Long Does It Take to Steam Vegetables in an Instant Pot? Push “cancel” when the timer goes off or the food is done. Put on an oven mitt or cover your hand with a kitchen towel. Then, carefully lift the steam basket out of the Instant Pot. Dinner is ready! [20] X Research source

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. Mixed veggies:I use a veggie mix containing broccoli florets, carrots, and cauliflower for this recipe, but you can mix whatever veggies you like. But if you want to try and see if steaming in Instant Pot is for you, you can still make steamed vegetables in the Instant Pot without it. Transfer the eggs to a bowl of cold water to cool (add ice for more rapid cooling, but ice isn't necessarily for making easy-peel eggs). Change out the water as it warms until the eggs are cool, then refrigerate the eggs until needed. 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.

Although this recipe tells you to set the pressure cooking time to zero minutes, the actual cooking time is about 10 to 15 minutes. Cut and chop the vegetables and place them into the Instant Pot. Use the Delay Start function or turn on the pressure cooker before setting the table for dinner. You can leave the fresh vegetables in the Instant Pot for up to 8 hours. Use a steamer basket for small food or food that may fall apart once cooked, rather than the trivet. Instant Pot Steamed vegetables make a perfect healthy side dish. They are very easy to make, and you can create your own favorite vegetable medley. I use broccoli, baby carrots, and cauliflower, but you can use a medley of any veggies of your choice. Add brussels sprouts, zucchini, asparagus, red bell peppers, or green beans.