If you want to spice up your meal times without adding any extra stress, then the Instant Pot Duo is perfect for you. Similarly to the Instant Pot Duo, this new model combines multiple appliances into just one. We really like it because it allows us to do multiple things, such as Chilis, Stews, Rice and a lot of other things. Another benefit of having a multi-cooker like this is that it can save you counter space, storage space, and money because you can use it for multiple cooking needs.
It keeps you informed as to what is going on inside of your IP every step of the way. This helps ensure that you will never forget to set the steam valve to sealing again. There have been so many times I wondered why my Instant Pot wasn’t sealing. If you want to be able to sous vide moosoo air fryer in your Instant Pot, the Evo Duo Plus is a better choice than the Duo SV as it’s easier to use. The 7-in-1 Duo Nova is an update of the standard, popular Duo model. With an MSRP of just $60 for the 6-quart model, it’s one of the most affordable models offered by Instant Pot.
The condensation collector catches any moisture that builds up on the rim. This usually comes from moisture dripping from inside the lid into the rim of the Instant Pot base, when the lid is propped open. You need to clean the anti-block shield periodically, especially after you’ve cooked frothy or starchy foods.
Other distinctions from the bare-bones Lux include the ability to switch between high- and low-pressure cooking. There are no set-in-stone rules about what cannot be cooked in an Instant Pot. Most meals you can think of can probably be done on one Instant Pot setting or another. The trick is to not force pressure cooking out of impatience, especially when crunch or precise texture (like the fine line between perfect and rubbery seafood) is involved. While it may pressure cook food, saving time, it is not a “Pressure Canner” and it cannot be used for pressure canning foods in glass jars. This item was returned because of its limited use for the size and expense.
First up, slow cooked chili, the sauté function comes in handy here, allowing you to brown your meat and soften onions in the Instant Pot instead of having to use a separate pan or stove top. Despite the pot not having a non-stick coating there was no sticking during the sauté stage. We slow cooked our beef chili for six hours on the ‘more’ setting and the result was a delicious meaty chili with soft beef. The Instant Pot beeps to alert you that cooking has finished and the temperature of the chili at the end of cooking was 176 F/ 80 C. The chili wasn’t thickened to our liking but by switching back to saute it was easy to reduce it to the perfect consistency. During slow cooking the handles and sides all stayed cool, the lid reached 113 F/ 45 C which isn’t too warm to touch.
However, the DUO Nova navigates these challenges better than most, making its cleaning process about as easy as one could hope. The Duo Nova comes with a stainless steel inner pot with sealing ring, steam rack and extra seal ring, which is handy as the silicone tends to pick up odors. The only downside is the inner pot doesn’t come with handles, like other Instant Pots, so you’ll need to lift it out carefully. It also doesn’t come with a handy recipe book, however, you can download the app on your smartphone. However, for a basic model, the Instant Pot Duo Nova looks contemporary for any kitchen.
Lastly, another great product that’s worthy of your attention is the Instant Pot Max. This pot is great for pressure cooking and slow cooking, has a wide range of cooking programs, and it can support up to 15 psi of pressure (for safe home pressure canning). This pot would be great for a smooth and textured bean chili, but it’s amazing for lighter dishes as well. The list of Instant Pot pressure cookers is long and diverse, which is why the brand is so famous. However, this can also lead to confusion when you’re looking to choose an Instant Pot but don’t really know the exact features you’ll need. Lastly, in terms of accessories, the comes with the same stainless steel inner pot and trivet (both are dishwasher safe) that are somewhat standard with Instant Pots (no measuring cup though).
Any Instant Pot accessories or gadgets you may choose to buy to bulk up your cooker’s functionality are just a bonus. Depending on what you plan to make with your Instant Pot, extras range from practical and essential to plain old fun. Some people buy extra sealing rings so they can use one for meat and one for baked goods. Some invest in egg trivets if they cook a lot of hard-boiled eggs. There are also super useful silicone mitts with a surprisingly strong strong grip.