They’re not overly expensive but they’re not cheap either, so it’s definitely a benefit to have an extra one included in the package. The Duo Nova also comes with extra accessories, some of which aren’t included with the standard Duo. You can expect the usual measuring cup, paddle spoon, and ladle, but Instant Pot throws in an extra sealing ring with the Duo Nova. Just like the Duo, the Duo Nova is incredibly easy to use once you get the hang of it.
Rice is one of the easiest side dishes to pair with a meal and, coincidentally, one of the easiest dishes to screw up. The Instant Pot Zest could save you from a lot of overcorrections to sticky rice, as well as add perfect quinoa, couscous, steamed veggies, and dumplings to your home menu. Just press the white or brown rice button, close the lid, and come back when it beeps. I bought this instant vortex 8 quart Multi-Use Pressure Cooker for my wife. I tried buying an Instant Pot for her years ago, but she wouldn’t let me, saying she didn’t need 1 more thing taking up counter space.
Developed specifically for feed-a-crowd recipes, Instant Pot’s largest electric pressure cooker weighs in at 10 quarts. If you usually host large dinner parties or group gatherings of hungry folks, this is your lifesaver. This 10 qt pressure cooker is absolutely ideal if you’re cooking for a large family or group.
Instead, once you program the Instant Pot, it automatically starts after a few seconds. Some other models such as Ultra, Duo Evo Plus, and Max require you to press Start after programming the Instant Pot. If you’ve had experiences, like I, with stovetop pressure cooker mishaps in the past, fear no more.
Despite the lack of ‘fluffiness’, the rice rated average for its aroma and taste. If the ring isn’t in its place correctly you can run into a couple of problems. The valve will seem loose when there is no pressure that is built up.
Please note this product is out of stock in store but available for Pre-order. The Viva has also offered the stainless steel body in several colors. These colorful editions appear to be getting phased out, so stock will be limited. In all other respects, it functions very similarly to the Duo Plus.
The brand’s 11-in-1 pressure cooker and air fryer which normally sells for $199.99 has been slashed to just $129.99, while the Instant Vortex Plus air fryer is 35 percent off. Instant produces both oven and basket-style air fryers, and has two primary air-fryer lines—the Instant Vortex and the Instant Omni. In fact, the Instant Vortex Plus 4-quart model usurped the Ninja AF101 as the best budget pick in our best air-fryer testing. We specifically liked the Vortex’s basket shape, as well as its reminders for preheating and flipping.
The steam rack provided isn’t great for this purpose and some of the broccoli pieces fell through the gaps. Preheating took five minutes and after the four minute cook time we used the quick release pressure button so that we could get the broccoli out immediately. Some of the larger florets had a good texture but the smaller ones were overcooked. The slight improvements in design and functionality also make this version better suited to everyday needs. Meanwhile, the Instant Pot Duo still offers myriad benefits and uses in its own right while being among the least expensive electric pressure cookers on the market. Every Instant Pot has different cooking programs, but you can typically expect to see features such as a slow cooker, rice cooker, yogurt maker, and more.
However, I can select the best pressure cooker for a certain category of users, which is exactly what I’ll do for the Instant Pot Duo and Duo Nova. A water test is done by pressure cooking water for a few minutes. According to the Instant Pot manual you need to use 3 cups of water but I’ve found that using 2 cups of water is adequate.