26 Things to NEVER DO with your Instant Pot! - Instant Pot Tips for Beginners

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[@acerview77ctre]

This is my new favorite kitchen tool! Day 1 I was going to pressure cook a meat kzbin.infoUgkxG-7WiT7ocumjytOpHDFt632PL0pxXRAg and potato stew, decided I wouldn't eat it that night so I went with a slow cook so I could go to bed and put it away in the morning. I love that versatility! The sauté feature works great and adds tons of extra flavor to dishes, and I can easily sizzle meats in the bottom then deglaze for some restaurant worthy flavors.Big bonus - you can cook a whole frozen chicken in about 2 hours. Amazing! I've seen a couple videos, haven't tried it yet, but I will soon!

[@loverlei79]

My first instapot cook was your hard boiled eggs. I'm still in love with insta eggs.

[@gotc86]

Absolutely! Perfect results, especially easy peeling, every time!

[@sunbeamred8175]

Instant Pot! You mean!

[@HPDevlin]

Don't pressure cook overly thick stews directly in the liner. Some components of the stew, rice in my case when I was attempting a rice stew, may stick to the bottom of the pot and will prevent the pot from coming to pressure before the stuck material starts to burn, in which case the pot's safety feature will shut it down without pressurizing or finishing cooking. In my case, no actual harm was done. I just had to transfer the contents to separate bowls and pressure cook these on trivets so that nothing could stick to the liner bottom. The meal was delayed, but not ruined. Thank goodness for the safety features!

[@azamarabear]

This is. Overwhelming in itself😮

[@digitalpunkdiva2894]

This was great advice! Even veteran users need a refresher sometimes.

[@melodybrohinsky7242]

These are fantastic tips! I send my friends to your channel when they get their first instant pot ❤️ You're such a patient and clear explainer

[@catherineadkins2774]

Thank you! Great advice!

[@veniestagourdine3881]

I own the instant pot Pro plus and the vent has a lid over it which is a plus .

[@Chewy41915]

Great tips! I have learned the hard way on some of these already 🤣 but thankfully they weren’t the dangerous ones 😅. I ❤️ my Instant Pots!

[@lvlinda6]

Fantastic tips. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Thank you for sharing. ✌🏼💖👩🏻‍🍳

[@kendalshomshak8946]

I have mine for 1 1/2 yrs. I have used it 5 times, 3 of them on corn on the cob. STILL scared. I just ran and flipped the lid over 🤣!! Great tip!! Thank you!!

[@darylwayne611]

Love your videos, you are a natural presenter. Your videos are fun, interesting and full of awesome info. Thank you!

[@shadowpapito]

Wow this information helped a lot .. Peace and light to you and your family

[@steveking4032]

Great “DON’T DO” video Lisa , TY! You’re Awesome, LUV ALL Your Informative Videos

[@brycemorrill8764]

Great information

[@marcellinareyes5310]

Love this girl❤

[@ShaneWilson-cp4gu]

Thanks for all the tips, it really helped 😊

[@mzeevirginia8749]

Super helpful!!

[@bobstellmaker3816]

A very good, informative video, thank you !

[@00penguin]

You're awesome. Great video. Very precise and articulated content.

[@naomiruthie]

Thank you so much! You did a great job of explaining to a newbie like me

[@sharonm6334]

Thank you!!!!!

[@jameskeener7251]

It's such a joy to watch your videos. Of course, this one is especially valuable. Well done and thank you. My 6-quart Rio arrived two days ago and I'm going to cook some rice this weekend after watching this video and reading the manual.

[@roses609]

They were great tips

[@Straw_Hat_Gamer]

haha i clicked the link twice in the desc to get to this one, nice to see people care enough to update videos its nice ty

[@waterstreeter]

I love your videos! I have seen a good tip for avoiding melting the bottom of your IP if you have to put it on a glass top stove. If the knob(s) for the burner(s) that your pot is on come(s) off easily then that basically makes it very difficult for the burner(s) to be accidentally bumped on. In my case I'm not normally doing more than one process at a time when I cook. The holidays are about the only time that I have more than one pot going at a time! As always my absolute very very best to you and yours! Take care!!!!

[@arethamorgan6613]

I truly enjoy your tips on how to use the Insta-pot. You take the time to make the information so detailed. Answering questions that I have in advance. I am learning so much. My Sister-N-Law gifted me one about 4 mos. back. It stayed in the box cause I was afraid to use it. Now...I am feeling so confident. I KNOW that I can do this! I went on and subscribed. So...let's do this. 😁 😊😄😃😋

[@Pistolmike59]

So a tip I learned the hard way; If you open the lid to check your food and it’s not done cooking and needs to be cooked a few more minutes, make sure you check the sealing ring to insure it’s still in place properly in the lid. A couple of times my sealing ring pulled itself out of the lid slightly (I didn’t check it) and when I put the lid back on it didn’t seal correctly so it would not pressurize and steam kept coming out of the pop up valve. So check your ring each time you open your lid. Be careful it’s hot!

[@lynnclendenin2988]

What about using a vent deflector (like a 😘PVC elbow) while venting to keep it from venting under a cabinet or setting it on the soup?

[@andrewtruong1849]

Thank you girl, very helpful. From Syd Australia.

[@ingridr.5086]

Thank you so much for the informations.🍀🐞

[@JoyOfDoingNothing]

Your presentation is EXCELLENT! I learned so much. I just got my new 3 qt. pot today and I definitely would be making mistakes if I hadn't watched this! Thank you.

[@bushwackedariz]

Thank you for this very informative video. I have had my Instant Pot for about 4 years. Now I have to go and take the lid off of it as I always stored it with the lid on. I just made minestrone soup in it this past Sunday. I do have a new Instant Pot in the box that I just bought. Some time ago I dropped the lid on this on. It fell to the floor and cracked the handle some but it still works.

[@renuroy3888]

An absolutely excellent presentation, so clear and you've got a lovely voice. Thank you so much. Renu Roy from Germany.

[@deedsh6280]

Always great to be reminded, or to learn the easy way through you for newbies. Love this list, and the one that really hit home for me is the 'make something simple' for the first time out. I got a little ambious with some ballpark times and lost a bit of confidence when I was letting off pressure 2-3 times to keep checking on the item. Great video.

[@bonniepwtf]

All great cautions & tips. So many are just common sense.

[@quiltingtothenines4254]

Oh, my gosh. That was so informative! I am quarantining with Covid (fully vaccinate and boosted so feelin' fine). I thought this is a great time to houseclean or learn something new. Guess what I picked. I want to be an Insta-Pot hero. Here I go...

[@conned]

Very clever

[@davidlibbon5641]

Rule #3 to never operate the instant pot without the silicone ring is when you are making yogurt. After much use, the silicone ring retains cooking odors from prior use of the instant pot and this will transfer to the taste of the yogurt. Yes you can reserve a silicone ring devoted to yogurt but I find it easier to remove the silicone ring altogether since the yogurt feature operates without pressure.

[@davidlibbon5641]

Exception to rule #3 I meant to say

[@cenithdavis2126]

Thank you

[@Lavenderrose73]

Thank you for the warnings. I don't know where the heck my manual went, I guess it grew legs and walked off. So I appreciate that you have an instant pot 101, I'll try and get to that. 😊

[@gracesuarez3154]

Thanks!

[@Lisa.Childs]

Hi Grace! I'm SO Sorry I just saw this. Thank you for your super generous ST!! - Lisa

[@DinaTinyworld]

I cook mostly mutton or beef curry in instant pot..takes 27/ 30 mins…for perfect softness… Thank you so much dear….you r the best for instant pot advs❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Wookie_Cookie_2014]

Lisa: @0:08 _"The _*_first thing_*_ you should _*_absolutely never do_*_ with your Instant Pot _*_is set it on the stove top."_* Lisa: @11:05 *_Instant Pot sitting prominently on her stove top._* 🤣 @5:50 Lisa saying she doesn't mean to sound "condescending". Girl, that is why I'm here! I *_need_* you to tell me how not to mess this all up! 😉 In all seriousness, I love to come back to several of your videos every now and again so that I will keep feeling confident in using my Instant Pot. Plus, I am in love with your recipes. Thank you for all that you do for us... no way could I afford to make some of the "rookie" mistakes, or ruin lots of food trying to make new dishes. Be safe and be well. ~Peace!

[@karenst.germain2594]

Thank you for your videos. I've used tried using the silicon trivet to make eggs and other foods and didn't cook?

[@inawertzberger2580]

Thank you for your invaluable information. Received my IP duo last night and about to test it today. Do I need the glass lid? How is it used?

[@WanderingBobAK]

OMG! I so wish this vid could be posted to every Instant Pot Beginners group or video. Where were you when I started! PS- don't think you need a sealing ring when making yogurt ... but, why start a bad habit?

[@jomac841]

I think my first instant pot meal was homemade Mac and cheese. Tonight will be pasta night :) best appliance in my house other than my air fryer!

[@ha-y-nkinealoha1852]

Thank you so very much you are awesome! God Bless you.

[@Sunset309]

Brought this and man from lost family meals and burned rice, staying in preheat for 20 mins every single time. I'm going back to mom's house I'll go the old school route with the pots and pan. Your still awesome

[@Pistolmike59]

Maybe you need to get with a friend who has been using an instant pot for awhile and cook a few things together. You can do one aspect of a meal in your IP and he/she can do another in their IP. I cook for a big family 8 people, sometimes 10-11. I now own 3 IP’s. 3 quart, 6 quart, 8 quart and often I have 2 of them going at the same time and sometimes all 3 of them. Yes, you will make some mistakes but that’s how you learn. If you’re convinced you don’t want to try please gift your IP to someone who will use it.

[@naimaaitouguerrab7270]

Great tips thanks 👍 I have Question please if gravy goes inside a base accidentally is it dangerous when turning on ?

[@kukachaga]

Great info! For a 3 qt instant pot, is the minimum liquid still one cup or half cup?

[@livchesy6007]

Hi! Thanks for this video. I’m a newbie on instant pot and this helps me a lot. My issue is I got a steam diverter (I got the Rio 6qt and it doesn’t have the notch to hold on the steam diverter. It just sits on the top of the steam releaser and when it does, the steam diverter launches like an astronaut). I need to protect my kitchen cabinets on this super steam. Do you have any suggestions?

[@steveking4032]

What’s your technique/suggestion for IP’ing perfect frozen broccoli 🥦

[@Cliodhna-z1i]

Just a question, I am vegan so any recipe is legume, veg based. Would quick pressure release shoot out food from the valve? I am getting the Instant pot with the air fryer. Would appreciate input., thank you

[@monkeyman2174]

#9 makes absolutely no sense. How will it vacuum in your towel when it is releasing pressure? I agree you don't need to do it but it will not suck your towel in. Oh and I warned my dog I was releasing pressure but he does not listen. 😮 I would love to see some more recipes. Great videos.

[@katl6426]

It l9oks like she's referring to the silver button that drops down when the pressure's released, not the valve the steam comes out. There's probably the potential for the cloth to suck in when it drops & that would void the warranty

[@gracesuarez3154]

Great advice!

[@sherrizanoli1398]

Carrying an instant pot while it is pressurized is like carrying a bomb. If you drop it, 💥.

[@danthadon87]

I tried doing a natural release on an 8qt while cooking soup as you suggested and after hours of waiting the pressure never released naturally I had to do a quick release.

[@gravitypronepart2201]

Hi Lisa, wr cant find our over flow cup. Is it ok to pressure cook anyway?

[@Ravenelvenlady]

Your channel is always an informative joy! Thank you for these tips. They have helped grow my confidence in using my Instant Pot correctly. All the best to you and yours. ❤

[@Vampy...]

I have electric pressure cooker is this instant pot the same? I usually use this for cooking rice only and barely need high pressue

[@louisjinhui3282]

Hey I'm Back This channel is fun. Good amount of Oxytoxin from thisSmooth, entertaining! Well done.

[@SAL-9000]

11:04 Jeez! Rule #1, Lisa!

[@haitch04]

I have to admit to standing mine on the induction hob under the cooker hood. The Induction hob will NOT turn on as the pressure cooker is not compatible. Obviously I only ever stand it on a COLD hob and do not cook anything in a pan which is too close by, Does anyone see a problem with this method? I LOVE the videos by the way and they have helped me no end.

[@gumtree7177]

The condensation collector click in yes. Can you tell my mrs to empty it and clean it after her use ??? I have to clean everything sloppiness in the kitchen is not cool. Be a clean cooker right. Thanks for all your experience tips and guidance. Hello 👋🏻 from Australia

[@jonbentley2066]

I’ve made some fire meals in my instapot from Carne Desebrada al la Mexican to Southern style BBQ pulled pork yet none of them have looked has delicious as you..

[@jjsmakeupobsession323]

Can you put the top in the dishwasher, I didn’t, I washed it by hand but I was wondering.

[@stellaaleksandrovskaia8457]

I forgot to put rubber ring in the lid . Your #3. Now it’s not working. Is it anything I can do to recover my instant pot ?

[@jasguy2715]

I could use some information on how to get the user's manual. I also lost some of the accessories. matter-of-fact, all the accessories like the steaming basket Etc.

[@pat4005]

I think you could find it at the manufacturer's website.

[@kh23797]

Just a tiny correction... the liquid isn't _still_ boiling as you wiggle; that's when it _starts_ to boil. At normal air pressure, water boils at 100°C=212°F, a boiling point that rises when forced under pressure. Normally, water in a pressurized i-Pot exists as super-hot, but not boiling, water. But as your wiggling drops the pressure, the boiling point drops, so the water has to boil.

[@kh23797]

@UCr7HkuEBDTvsluyf-wfJhGQ Depends on what you mean by 'boil'. My understanding is that the new generation of pressure cookers, such as the Instant Pot, electronically monitor the temperature and pressure within the vessel specifically to suppress ebullition during cooking. Hence, excess pressure build-up does not need to be released via the pressure release valve (as happened with traditional pressure cookers) and the pot can remain virtually silent throughout cooking. Only when the pressure release valve is opened to reduce internal pressure, to allow removal of the lid, does the resultant internal pressure change induce _actual boiling_ of the liquid. That's how I interpret what I read in IP's own pages. No?

[@mypurple86]

#22 don't use dairy - but what about porridge when you use cow milk, for example?

[@pat4005]

She suggested to not use dairy as the main liquid ingredient. So you could cook oatmeal or porridge in water with a pinch of salt, then stir in some heavy cream, or half-and-half, and a dollop of butter after the cook cycle ends. If you use brown sugar, honey or some other sweetener, you could probably add that after the cook cycle ends but before adding the dairy. (So if it's granulated, it will dissolve better). It may not even matter.

[@marcjtdc]

I put a wet cloth over when releasing. Its really not a big deal. It captures the particles that would otherwise dirty your walls/cabinets.

[@nicoletierheimer3546]

I learned the hard way with my first one. Put it on the stove and then accidentally burned it

[@Jakuri93]

I have a question, if you cook rice, do you use the rice button or do you manual set the timer?

[@jvjdrn]

I use the rice button and it works great every time!

[@Jakuri93]

@@jvjdrn thank you, just got one for Christmas cant wait to try it out, but need to start simple :D

[@marcjtdc]

Believe it or not I put 4 ice cubes on the top metal to cool it down before I release the pressure. It makes it go way faster. Just make sure your IP is off, and I even will just unplug it to be 100% sure its off.

[@xUnic31x]

I wished I watched this video before making chicken congee.... The quick release made a mess 😅

[@lucindabreeding]

I moved my IP Duo while it was pressure cooking - just like TWO INCHES - because I realized it was going to depressurize under my cabinets. Welp, it vented suddenly as I moved it - a loud and sudden shot of steam - and I decided I will never move it again while it's in use until it's been vented for 15 minutes. Scared me.

[@OnAirVoice]

That’s sad you actually have to say some of those. :)

[@patknox4558]

I have another one. Don't put the liner in the fridge with cooked food in it. I put my newLy made yogurt in fridge and somehow forgot it. On my next dish I stupidly threw diced potatoes into the pot. I just simply forgot. By the time I realized what I'd done my pot was ruined. It was my third dish in my new IP. I feel so incredibly stupid I don't know if I'll try agaIn. So sad now.

[@janiceshira91]

When you WASHING your pod and your gasket wash with soap and water then soak it in vinegar water white vinegar water after it’s soaks and it smells clean then dry it with a kitchen towel not a hand towel kitchen towels are like old fashion diapers then and only then can you add the lid to your instant pot you have to have all food debris from your instant pot or else those olders are bacteria growing in your instant pot to sanitize your instant pot you get 50-50 water and vinegar always mix up a quarter cup solution it’s the same way with your wash machine your clothes it going to stink if you don’t have a clean wash machine if that’s true do you need to put ammonia in your wash machine wash it on hot and leave the house now when you can put a load of your towels and you leave your wash towels in it for three days with the lid closed now if it smells not fresh then you need to wash your wash machine again with TSP soak it for 24 hours with the towels in it and I would use a cup no soap and when you do start using soap you’re going to start using a fourth of a cup instead of 2/3 of a cup I hope you do this I don’t matter if it’s a front loader or Toploader it still Hass to be clean and if you have a sticky wash machine your clothes have bacteria in them so clean it up good thank you very much oh and PS do not wash your filthy stuff like rugs and stuff Broccoli carrots beautifully in a rice cooker and you don’t need to ever cook broccoli or eggs in a pressure cooker I enjoy using my old fashion pressure cooker because I can pressurize at 3 pound roast and let it cool all night long and the roaster put in the refrigerator and then the next day slice it with an electric knife and you’ll have a beautiful well Steve sandwiches go against the grain of the grain is long cut it so the grain is tiny enjoy and that we can’t roast high-pressure for an hour and that It was was wiggling very Slightly enjoy.

[@janiceshira91]

Call my wife using my instant hot water tea kettle for cooking my eggs in what I do is I have a little bit of water in the bottom and I add eggs to it and as I’ve put the eggs in the water rises up once it boils it turns off my timer for eight minutes then I’ll gently get a spoon pull one out peel it in the sink in a colander check the egg cut it in half and if it’s perfect for what you are using it for take him out immediately put them in icewater and that’s how I would I tried cooking eggs in the rice cooker they cooked way too long and they were rubbery!

[@wendyrodriguez5375]

❓ How to use instant pot as slow cooker ❓

[@RayDavies123]

Wow, a true PSA for those who really needs a PSA but do the opposite anyway.

[@jolee6751]

i just realized that i have Grandmas Old pressure cooker from a long time ago...I bet the cover is on it and closed and I dont know where those bauble hisser things on top are or the directions. I`M Afraid of this and Really afraid of grandmas pressure cooker.

[@igelbofh]

My pot does not have a condensation collector

[@johndoe3328]

Kids learn very early how to freak out the cats with the hissing noise of the pressure release valve. It sound's like a Tomcat ready to fight. Strongly discourage that type of immature behavior.

[@Be1smaht]

Me : ok this is pretty simple/ basic #1 don't put on the oven broken lol

[@joshuabrande2417]

27: Don’t attempt to deep fry in the Instant Pot.

[@wdwerker]

The thumbnail mislead me to think you had a part/wiring problem! I blame the algorithm but tread carefully…

[@marybelle7477]

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[@denizemarques3013]

Hi, darling! I found you today on KZbin, I got the Instant Pot and I followed your directions and then later on you mentioned your Instagram and I went there to follow you and I saw posts from 2022 only, you're not on Instagram anymore? ☹️

[@tommyharris5817]

*After watching these videos I’m not buying an Instant Pot. Far too much time and energy wasted in cleaning, etc. It's not worth it.*

[@lynnmccoysloan7705]

This does make it sound scary. But there are certain stovetop recipes that are much easier and actually safer. Such as: oatmeal, applesauce, cranberry sauce, eggs, soups, rice (granted you could use a rice cooker but this nixes the need) and any other foods you would normally have to babysit on the stove. Set it and forget it. She has a video on the top ten uses these make it truly worth it.

[@tommyharris5817]

@@lynnmccoysloan7705 I finally bought the Instant Pot but returned it. A stove pressure cooker is MUCH better. My wife makes delicious curries in half the time, and it's easier to clean.

[@margiejcupcakeprincess]

Agreed

[@pat4005]

I don't agree. It's very easy to use, and doesn't require any extra cleaning. It's inner cooking pot and lid (just like a regular pressure cooker), are all the needs to be cleaned. I have used both types of pressure cookers, and this one is extremely safe and easy. I can't imagine what "wasted time and energy wasted in cleaning, etc. " is that you are talking about. It's not rocket science.

[@tommyharris5817]

@@pat4005 I bought a stove pressure cooker and it’s much better

[@lisachilds3192]

Hi Lisa, I was just watching your video on the Insta pot. My son in law gave me 1 for christmas. Excited but very nervous about using it. Your video has helped eased my mind a bit. Thank you ! But at the beginning of the video did I hear you introduced yourself as Lisa Childs ? My name is also Lisa Childs how crazy is that lol.