{"id":7594,"date":"2022-01-23T23:29:00","date_gmt":"2022-01-24T06:29:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/?p=7594"},"modified":"2022-05-15T05:49:54","modified_gmt":"2022-05-15T11:49:54","slug":"getting-started-with-your-new-electric-pressure-cooker-or-instant-pot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/getting-started-with-your-new-electric-pressure-cooker-or-instant-pot\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Use an Instant Pot or Electric Pressure Cooker"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-container-2 wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<p><em><strong>Wondering how to use your Instant Pot, Ninja Foodi, Crockpot Express, Power Pressure Cooker XL, or other brand of electric pressure cooker?<\/strong> Let me help you get it out of the box and into your meal plans with this Getting Started Guide! I have all the details you need to get you cooking and loving your machine!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/PCT-Getting-Started-Guide-800x533.jpg\" alt=\"5 different pressure cookers on a countertop including the Instant Pot\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-1 wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h3>Happy Holidays and Welcome to Pressure Cooking Today!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here at Pressure Cooking Today, we post&nbsp;easy and delicious recipes and training guides for the Instant Pot, Ninja Foodi, or any other brand of electric pressure cooker!&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-5 wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#d54254\"><em><strong>Interested in having us teach you how to start cooking in your Instant Pot?<\/strong><\/em><br><br><strong>Our live Instant Pot 30-Day Jumpstart beginners course is OPEN for enrollment! Classes start January 10, 2022.<\/strong><br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/instantpotjumpstart.com\/p\/sales\"><strong>Click here for details and learn how to register<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-4 wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-container-3 wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<p>If you&#8217;re just getting started with your electric pressure cooker or Instant Pot\u2014whether it&#8217;s new or or even if you&#8217;ve had it for a while\u2014you may have lots of questions and you&#8217;re not alone! In fact, How To Use Insta Pot is an often-used Google search.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some quick answers to some of the most common:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/instant-pot-duo-and-smartcooker\/\">Which pressure cooker \/ Instant Pot button do I use?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/quick-pressure-release-or-natural-pressure-release\/\">How do I do a quick pressure release?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/best-pressure-cooker-accessories\/\">What pans and steamer baskets do I recommend for use in the Instant Pot \/ pressure cooker?<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Keep reading for a breakdown of the different pressure cooker parts and the nitty-gritty of making your first meal in the pressure cooker!<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Pressure_Cooking_Today_Pinterest_How_To_Use_Instant_Pot_Duo_Evo_Plus.jpg\" alt=\"How to Use Instant Pot \/ Electric Pressure Cooker Getting Started Guide\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-6 wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h2>Getting Started Guide: How to Use a Pressure Cooker \/ Instant Pot<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Electric pressure cookers like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/instant-pot-duo-nova-review\/\">Instant Pot Duo Nova<\/a> or the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/ninja-foodi-pressure-cooker-review\/\">Ninja Foodi<\/a> make cooking faster and easier than ever before, so I know you&#8217;re going to love it! <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As with any new tool, there are a few things you&#8217;ll need to know before you get cooking!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>For your convenience, I&#8217;ve created a <strong>five-part getting started guide<\/strong> that will walk you through getting your pressure cooker out of the box and into your daily routine!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/pressure-cooker-parts-reference-guide\/\">1. Pressure Cooker \/ Instant Pot Parts Reference Guide<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To begin, I break down the basic parts of electric pressure cookers, with specific details for the Instant Pot, Ninja Foodi, Crockpot Express, Power Pressure Cooker XL.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/quick-pressure-release-or-natural-pressure-release\/\">2. Choosing a Pressure Release Method<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Quick pressure release or natural pressure release? It&#8217;s one of the most common questions I get.&nbsp;Let me explain the difference and when to use each method!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/instant-pot-water-test\/\">3. Water Test Run for the Instant Pot \/ Electric Pressure Cooker<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The water test is a no-worry way to familiarize yourself with your machine. You&#8217;ll&nbsp;learn hands-on how your pressure cooker comes to pressure and get used&nbsp;to the steps of pressure cooking.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/make-your-first-meal-in-your-pressure-cooker\/\">4. Make Your First Meal in Your Instant Pot \/ Pressure Cooker<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;re ready to get cooking in your new electric pressure cooker!&nbsp;For this post, I break down one of my 30-minute meals into detailed steps, including what buttons to push for the major brands of electric pressure cookers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/easy-recipes-for-the-pressure-cooker\/\">5. 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class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h2><strong>Other Pressure Cooker \/ Instant Pot How To Guides<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/how-to-get-a-pan-out-of-the-pressure-cooker\/\">How to Get a Pan Out of the Pressure Cooker \/ Instant Pot<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/instant-pot-duo-and-smartcooker\/\">How to Know Which Instant Pot Button You Should Use?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/how-to-use-the-pot-in-pot-method-in-your-pressure-cooker-instant-pot\/\">How to Use the Pot-in-Pot Method in Your Pressure Cooker \/ Instant Pot<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/how-to-convert-a-recipe-into-a-pressure-cooker-recipe\/\">How to Convert a Recipe to a Pressure Cooker Recipe<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/how-to-pressure-cook-frozen-chicken-breasts\/\">How to Pressure Cook Frozen Chicken Breasts<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/how-to-cook-pasta-in-the-instant-pot\/\">How to Cook Pasta in the Instant Pot \/ Electric Pressure Cooker<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/making-perfect-pressure-cooker-cheesecake\/\">How to Make Perfect Pressure Cooker Cheesecake<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/how-to-make-rice-in-the-instant-pot\/\">How to Make Rice in the Instant Pot \/ Electric Pressure Cooker<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-10 wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Pressure_Cooking_Today_Instant_Pot_Comparison_Buying_Guide-800x474.jpg\" alt=\"Close ups of three different Instant Pot models for the Instant Pot Comparison\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-9 wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h2>Instant Pot \/ Electric Pressure Cooker In-Depth User Guide and Reviews<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you already have a pressure cooker, <strong>you can read more details about your specific machine in the links below<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(If you&#8217;re still researching, definitely read my guide to the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/best-instant-pot-to-buy\/\">Best Instant Pot to Buy<\/a><\/strong> for a full comparison of the different Instant Pot models and features.)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-11 wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h3>Instant Pot<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/instant-pot-pro-review\/\">Instant Pot Pro<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/instant-pot-pro-plus-review\/\">Instant Pot Pro Plus<\/a><\/li><li><a 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wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h3>Fagor\/Zavor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/zavor-lux-lcd-review\/\">Zavor LUX LCD<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/fagor-lux-lcd-pressure-cooker-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fagor Lux<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/fagor-america-premium-electric-pressure-cooker\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fagor Premium Electric Pressure Cooker<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-19 wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h3>Nutripot<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/nutripot-nuwave-pressure-cooker-review\/\">NuWave<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Pressure_Cooking_Today_Instant_Pot_Duo_Evo_Plus_Lid_Close_Up-500x751.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead shot of the Evo Plus lid with steam release cover and pressure release switch.\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-20 wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h2>Instant Pot or Electric Pressure Cooker Safety Features<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t be intimidated by the word &#8220;pressure&#8221; because new electric pressure cookers are super safe and easy to use!<\/strong>&nbsp;The earliest pressure cookers were created around a simple concept: Food cooks hotter and faster inside a pressure-sealed pot.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-21 wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<p>(The science behind the pressure cooking magic involves raising the boiling point of water under pressure, which means food in a pressure cooker can cook about 40 degrees hotter than than you could cook on a stove top.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Today&#8217;s electric pressure cookers have built on this science and have added in a slew of&nbsp;built-in safety features<\/strong> to prevent mishaps, including automatic pressure control, heating and pressure sensors, lid detection, and heating plates that distribute heat evenly. These features work together to ensure you get faster cook times and consistent results.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/barbara-and-jenn-pressure-cooking-today.jpg\" alt=\"Barbara Schieving and Jennifer Schieving McDaniel of Pressure Cooking Today\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#eeeeee\"><strong>FOR MORE FROM PRESSURE COOKING TODAY<br><\/strong><br>\ud83e\udd58 <strong>Browse our collection<\/strong> of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/recipe-index\/\"><u>best pressure cooker \/ Instant Pot recipes<\/u><\/a>.<br><br>\ud83d\udcac <strong>Follow Pressure Cooking Today<\/strong> on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/PressureCookingToday\/\"><u>Facebook<\/u><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/pressurecookingtoday\/\"><u>Instagram<\/u><\/a> for the latest updates.\u00a0\u00a0<br><br>\ud83d\udc65 Join our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/TheElectricPressureCookerGroup\/\"><u>Electric Pressure Cooker Facebook Group<\/u><\/a>. 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