Best pressure cooker accessories according to redditors

You used cold eggs?

I let them come to room temp in a tap water bath before putting them in & usually make 18 at a time with my OXO racks.

I am from India and currently live in Canada and own a couple of "whistle" pressure cookers. A few things to keep in mind are that there is a rubber ring that seals the inside of the pressure cooker. These tend to dry/crack/break over time. The only maintenance that I have needed to do is change these and they can be hard to find. I generally buy a few of these rings along with the pressure cooker in case the original manufacturer stops making that product or something.

If you are thinking of buying one, try to get a slightly larger one than you need with a steamer basket and an internal rack. This allows you to do more things with the pressure cooker.

https://www.amazon.com/WMF-Perfect-2-Quart-Pressure-Cookers/dp/B003QK2WGQ/ref=pd_bxgy_79_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=5H4ETMFF4KGQED832VFA

https://www.amazon.com/GBSTORE-Cooking-Stainless-Diameter-Steaming/dp/B01HO1AI4A/ref=pd_lpo_79_lp_t_4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=Q9H6A6YB9XNAG1V2N2Z8


Another thing to keep in mind is that most places in India cook over direct flame ie natural gas burner whereas we cook on the heating element here in Canada. This constrains the shape of the bottom. Preferably something that is flat. Round bottom ones are great as a replacement for something called a "Handi" which is a traditional kind of rounded pot, used for keeping a high pressure and a low heat, generally used to make Biryanis and Kormas etc. I currently own one that is rounded on the sides and has a flat bottom. It fits the rack and steamer I mentioned before and I wouldn't trade it for anything in the world. My tongue, tummy and wallet thank me for buying this almost every day. :)

This is what mine looks like if anyone is interested.

http://www.rscookware.com/product/SamplePics27.jpg

There's an add on you can buy called Crisplid. Goes right on top of the pot and you can brown it right there. About $50 through amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Mealthy-CrispLid-Pressure-Cooker-Silicone/dp/B07RZDFVQV/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=crisplid+for+instant+pot&pd_rd_r=76174761-b2d6-45dd-ac04-b91887f6dccc&pd_rd_w=BjiCz&pd_rd_wg=8xTsW&pf_rd_p=8c50fb3b-71cc-4f59-971a-9f0f19b41fd7&pf_rd_r=4G7XW55GK2MATV3MX7G9&qid=1565634849&s=gateway&sr=8-3

I know it's not the same, but they do make a air fryer that fits on top of the instant pot. To help on space.

Mealthy CrispLid for Pressure Cooker - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RZDFVQV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_.NLRDbAAG2NH7

Does anyone have the airfryer conversion lid that you can put on the regular instant pot pot? If you do, does it work well?

It’s called a Steam Mate SteamMates Nelson Compatible with Instant Pot Accessories | Steam Release Diverter | Does Not Fit Lux Model or Other Brands | Fun Way to Redirect Steam on InstaPot Away From Cabinets | Fits Duo Only https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MHTQFC5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_5p4SDbZ60NYEN

This is literally why I bought my Instant Pot. PERFECT hard-boiled eggs every time. Invariably, I would forget that I had them on the stove, forget to set a timer, forget to be paying attention for when the water started to boil ...

Also, this has brought me joy.

(Last night I used it to cook a pork shoulder, and that also brought me much joy. Recipe here.)

These already exists as an regular product on amazon

https://www.amazon.com/SteamMates-Compatible-Accessories-Diverter-Redirect/dp/B07MHTQFC5/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?keywords=3d+printed+dragon+instant+pot&qid=1574895831&sr=8-1-fkmr1

If you are looking specifically for this 3D printed version you can submit files from thingiverse to a business that prints to order. In fact, if you need a specific design I may even consider helping you out.

Seriously? No. Steam Diverter Insta Pot Accessories

Addressing your concern re: getting pans in/out of your IP -- I use a silicone sling that takes the worry out of removing hot bowls or pans

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https://www.amazon.com/OXO-11249500-Pressure-Cooker-Bakeware/dp/B07G418RSL

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Also can recommend Fat Daddio push bottom pan for cheesecake.

IP'ers use all kinds of things they buy or make as carrying/tote bags for their IP's, and some also make "covers" for them (no handles)--sewed, knitted/crocheted, made from sweaters, etc, etc.

If interested in those, also check out the suggestions at Instant Pot Community:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/InstantPotCommunity/search/?query=tote%20bag
https://www.facebook.com/groups/InstantPotCommunity/permalink/948307361929919

And here are a few knitted/crocheted covers from the Instant Pot group at ravelry.com:
http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/pumpkin-instant-pot-cover
http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/owl-instant-pot-cover

and more:
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/135319163785667391/?lp=true
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XW36XJY

I assume you mean the round thing here? I don't have this set but have similar lids. I wouldn't feel comfortable using mine for that purpose. I only use mine to cover in the fridge or to trap heat, if everything isn't done at once.

I love my Instant Pot. It's also a life saver in a small kitchen because it does so much stuff. I use mine as a vegetable steamer, but it's a little tricky because you need to make sure you take stuff out really fast.

This fits in an Instant Pot for steaming, if anyone cares:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007AMYB06

Yes it contains Phytoestrogens, i didn't document my hormone level though so i don't know if it's affecting my test/estrogen level.

No gyno or manboobs so far. In asia, soy is considered as healthy food. It's advertised to combat breast cancer, healthy skin, etc. They even sell phytoestrogens as vitamins.

At first i start making the smoothies with black bean + soy milk powder. Then blackbean + soybean. Now, only soybean because the protein content is higher and cheaper too.

Just soak the soybean at least 6 hour -> rinse it -> then i steam them in pressure cooker using tools similar to this. I think you could boil the soybean and get similar result.

>Anywayd, can you actually cook 1 week ahead? (My freezer is pretty small, will a refrigerator work?

Yes it will not spoiled, i store them in the refrigerator, not freezer. 1-2 weeks should be okay, i sprinkle mine with a little bit of salt for iodine and help to prevent bad bacteria to grow (maybe).

Instant Pot(IP) with dump pot meals:

https://instantpot3.wordpress.com/2016/08/09/one-pot-meals/

Fast, almost impossible to burn. It just keeps warm once finished. Minimal cleanup.

Focus on cook from frozen IP meals. Get one or more extra inner pots so you can wash one while cooking in the other.

You can even add this:

https://www.amazon.com/Mealthy-CrispLid-Pressure-Cooker-Silicone/dp/B07RZDFVQV/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=air+fry+lid&link_code=qs&qid=1568169253&s=gateway&sourceid=Mozilla-search&sr=8-1

for air frying

Yup! This specific item works with 6 & 8 qt electric pressure cookers, and is best used after a pressure cook.

From Amazon.com, will ship once restocked.

It’s basically this.
Cupboards/Cabinets Savior, Original Steam Release Accessory for Instant Pot or Pressure Cooker - 360° Rotating Design to Adjust Direction Freely, Red https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CQGBGWY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_dag2Cb0P4X794

Why not be whimsical? I told my wife the other day I was thinking of getting a steam diverter for our Instant Pot that looks like a dragon's head. Our daughter is 10 but she doesn't use the IP and is rarely in the kitchen when I'm using it. ;-)

People like [things like this](WMF Perfect Plus Solid Insert for 4-1/2-Quart, 6-1/2-Quart, 8-1/2-Quart Pressure Cookers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003QK2WGQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_f.Gpyb1XPFQQN) for that purpose, but check out this article for ideas about safe vessels to put in there. You can use a variety of things. Happy cooking!