Instant Pot Duo Plus: FULL 2023 Review!

Today we finally got around to reviewing the Instant Pot Duo Plus 8-quart Multi-Use Cooker with Whisper Quiet Steam Release... What a mouth full. Could they make the name any longer? Anyways, we tested a few different recipes in this pressure cooker to see how it holds up. Is it worth your money? Check it out and let us know what you think!
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[@bonniepwtf]

You pushed the rice button, which said 12 minutes for the pre-programmed rice setting but then you changed it to 8 minutes. It has built in times for cooking & pressure release. The 2nd meal you didn't stir liquid into the rice & again you adjusted the time once it was set so it undid the setting, resultingin the burn. In the Mac cheese attempt for some reason you set it to low pressure when you were supposed to cook on high pressure. Almost e erything is cooked on high pressure. I hope this was helpful, that's what I was going for. 🤗

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much. Rookie Instapot users. Cheers. Marc

[@bonniepwtf]

@@TheAverageKitchen You're welcome. I don't think the booklet that comes with it or many of their online recipes are very clear or helpful. Pressure Luck & Tried, Tested & True are both YT channels that helped me.✌️I always enjoy watching you.

[@jeannetipton6106]

I agree. He doesn't follow directions then complains about the results. He is still following his recipes for his old electric pressure cooker then complains about this one.

[@granny4117]

‘First time ever using an instapot’ But you didn’t follow the instructions!

[@andoyskies9855]

This video complaints alot. Even in small things. He did not even follow instructions correctly yet complain.

[@Sagewolf1975]

I watched somewhere else that using the Sauté function is good to use as a preheater. The Sauté function does not use the lid.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Yes that's correct, and you can use it for different recipes to save dirtying other pans etc. - J

[@RDens4d]

If you add just a little bit of olive oil in the bottom of the pot, then ad your rice and give it a stir for about 20 seconds, you’ll have zero issues with rice stuck to the stainless steel pot. Same with the chicken burrito bowl.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Good tip thanks. Marc

[@silverspoon7420]

Hi. Just saw your video and I looked up the recipe for the 20 minute chicken burrito bowl. I think the reason it burned is the ingredients weren’t added according to the list. It’s step 1 of the directions. So, the broth is added first, then the chicken, then seasoning, then rice…Thanks for the video

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for watching and the comment. Marc

[@tessachappel3656]

I have this same instant pot and kept getting the burn notice. Turns out after i had washed my lid and stored it for a bit, the rubber sealing ring was not sitting in the lid properly, which made it so it couldnt come to pressure, which would keep it on the heat longer making it burn. Now i check all the pieces every time i cook and havent had the problem since! Could be something to keep in mind when using this model! Love from Alabama in the US!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Great suggestion, thanks! - J

[@lunchbox917]

I've never seen such a thorough breakdown of an appliance. Thank you

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for the kind words! - J

[@cherylreiter2107]

Hello Marc! I just found your channel today. This is my first video of yours to watch! I used my whisper quite duo plus for the first time today. Remember to tap the keep warm button after you tap pressure cook. This turns the keep warm off. This might be why you had some problems! Loving your channel already!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much for the wonderful comment! - J

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Love this comment !!!! Marc

[@Rainwatercolor]

I have a spinning liner and just bought a clip they make for it, it worked great.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thats a great idea, thanks! - J

[@daveinca2]

I think soups and beans are where the instant pot really shines. It extracts a lot of flavor in a relatively short period of time. The higher end instant pots have handles that keep the pot from spinning, and I definitely think it's worth it. You guys did really well for your first time using an instapot! I'm going to have to make that Thai soup now.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much for the great comment! - J

[@kunalsarkar8119]

Hi ! Which one do u have ?

[@daveinca2]

@@kunalsarkar8119 I have the instant pot pro. I think it's their best one.

[@Keegan-jj7hx]

I have the old duo and the burn notice sometimes happen even when you follow instructions. Some things just don’t cook well in the IP. I’ve had things like chili, spaghetti, candied yams “burn” even with cooking spray. I’m glad to see it wasn’t just my machine.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for the great feedback! - J

[@luisamedina1]

While being in "Yogurt" or "Keep Warm" setting, can you adjust the temperature "manually" on these once you are within "Custom" setting, (to 100F, 105F, 110F, etc). Please note that I’m not referring to just “Low”, "Medium" or "High" on the regular "Pressure" mode. Thanks a lot for posting your video!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Great information. Thank you ! Marc

[@Lee-up4bz]

Please rinse your rice. That's why it's starchy or sticky. Although quick release , let the rice rest for 5 mins afterward and then fluff rice.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Good tips! - J

[@irenegauvin2864]

Excellent video! You guys are so precise and honest! I would definitely consider buying this product! Keep up the great reviews!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much! - J

[@tlpricescope7772]

Adding a couple teaspoons of oil to the rice, and mixing it in, before you turn it on helps immensely with texture and stickiness. I would have also added a little salt. It would have also helped with the chicken recipe. I would have added a couple tablespoons to that.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for the tips! - J

[@WorldvsTruth]

Good suggestions. In addition, rinse the rice (uncooked) 2 to 3 times - or run under sink with rice in a fine gauze strainer. That will remove some of the excess starch and reduce the stickiness as well. =)

[@cherylreiter2107]

My duo plus whisper takes only a few minutes to preheat, but I always turn off the keep warm after I tap the pressure cook button.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

We'll have to try that trick. Thanks! - J

[@charlesg4640]

Great video, very thorough and I feel like rushing out to make that Thai Shrimp soup now! My first time using the Instant Pot and purchased this model. I was making egg bites in a silicone mold and I set it for what I thought was 8 minutes….nope, set it for 8 hours 🤣 I bought it “as-is” from a shopping channel and thought something was wrong with it and after 22 minutes I was like “oh shit!” 🤣🤣

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Haha awesome comment. Honestly, that Thai soup was OUT OF THIS WORLD ! Marc

[@pamela9270]

Thank you for saying that. I just did the same thing. I had never used anything like this before and set it for 7 hrs. It took so long in the preheat setting that I lost track of time. It took me even longer than you to realize what I had done. I was terrified to open it up, but it was fine. I then went online and found out there is like a failsafe feature and it will stop cooking at a certain point. Thank goodness for that.

[@laurakondrick1635]

For Macaroni I always make a roux for the sauce so it isn't soiupy. Don't knowt how you'd do that in INstapot. Great show! l I loved the Thai soup.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much! - J

[@villasoka884]

If u blended some of the veg with Bamix it would thicken the soup. Ninja don’t have stainless bowl. Good review.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks! - J

[@Sonsie59]

Just found you while looking at instant pot (in Australia) got a lot out of your video. Will subscribe - hmm that Thai soup looked so good. Thank you. Linda

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for that great comment! - J

[@Sarah-b6k5b]

Very good explanatory video thank you so much God bless you

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much! - J

[@IngoMich]

How long did the meals actually take? (pressure buildup + cooking + release:)

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Really depends on what you’re cooking. Pressure usually takes around 12mins to build up. Marc

[@tech29X]

According to manufacturer's claim on Amazon listing the inner pot has an anti-spin design that prevents it from rotating while stirring however while watching your video I realized the inner pot was spinning. Was it seated properly or is your unit defective?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Very interesting, I’m really not sure. Marc

[@PavelShreyder]

I subscribed when watched your ninja speedi review. You guys are awesome!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much! - J

[@meezermom1027]

The music ruins this video.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Guess that depends if you like music …

[@jsscraphappy]

Like music, but it’s distracting while you are talking

[@tazblink]

What was the exact fish sauce you used? I am going to try this right away. Fish sauce very's so much I got to get the right one. Best recipe ever earns a try for sure. thanks for sharing.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Sorry for the delayed response. I use “Thai Kitchen” fish sauce. I hope you try it and let us know how you like it ! Thanks for the comment. Marc

[@GretchenSchulz159]

Great information. The cook is super in his fairness and honesty.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for the great comment! - J

[@HopeHempstead]

Pasta continues to cook in the liquid that's pipin' hot. 😊

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Great point. Thanks for watching! - J

[@jackzhu462]

Great video! Would you recommend the 6 qt or the 8 qt for meal prepping?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks! Probably the 8qt if you're making large quantities. - J

[@jackzhu462]

@@TheAverageKitchen Thanks so much! Also, just out of curiosity, does the Instant Pot Duo Plus make clicking/popping sounds when you use it? For some reason, it was doing that when I ran the slow cooker option. It didn't do that the first time I used it, but every time since has been doing that.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Not that I’ve noticed no…

[@tommyrq180]

FWIW, I use a 3 quart Instant Pot because I’m cooking for 2 people. I cut most recipes in half as they are generally made for the 6 quart pot.

[@Jay-tr3px]

Thanks for the great review. I was just wondering why this version only comes in 6qt?? The instant pot duo plus 8 qt is black and it looks different? Why is that. What's the difference other than the color and size?? Thanks again??

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Great question. Not too sure what the other differences are. We reviewed the Duo Crisp, not the one you're referring to. - J

[@nrusso967]

I LOVE your videos, Marc & Jamie!!! Did you blend the ham soup? I mean in a blender, or an immersion blender? That's how I do it. Delicious! You can also add peas with all the other vegetables and make a pea soup. (I call it a ham soup, or else my husband won't eat it!) LOL! Also, try this. If the larger portion of the ham bone beaks, add the marrow to the soup and blend it. (marrow is not a pleasing texture to some people & all children.) Oh, my God, the flavor is UNBELIEVABLY delicious!!!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for the great tips and the support! We really appreciate it! - J

[@nrusso967]

@@TheAverageKitchen I just saw your video on split pea soup! You're both great cooks/chefs!!! You both do a phenomenal job!!! Keep up the good work!!! : )👍👍👍

[@hipsteralex6761]

Love your videos. I kinda want this to supplement my Ninja Speedi. Is it close to the same color gray?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Not really. The speedii is more of a blue grey. At least here in Canada it is. Thanks for watching ! Marc

[@csps2691]

How long did it take to preheat on the “sous vide” setting? I bought a duo plus & returned it because it never went from preheat to cook. What did you find?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

We never tried the sous vide. Thanks for watching. Marc

[@lilacjay]

You said it is missing a shelf, simply buy a tall trivet that fits the pot and hey presto, you have a second cooking surface basically a shelf. It simply stand in whatever is in the bottom and becomes a second shelf. I use this method all the time, I also use pot in pot cooking, which is basically cooking rice (use a 1 ratio of water to rice)in a separate bowl or you can cook any veggies or anything else you like that has a similar cooking time, to your main meal. Like a lot of other people said, messing about changing pressure and times, will cause problems. I love your channel, however, to day I thought maybe a bit more research was warranted.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks very much for the feedback and suggestion. Cheers. Marc

[@lilacjay]

@@TheAverageKitchen Millions of people do this every day, it is a common method. I do agree it would be useful to have an additional shelf like my speedi, instead of having to fork out extra money for a £11 trivet on top of the cost of the unit. But I bought it on black friday on amazon, so still quids in lol. Love your channel.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@jbrogers2458]

Burn noticed caused by not adding ingredients in order listed ! Then you stirred the ingredients before cooking ! Ip isolates the salsa to last addded. You can't stir just let it go & stir when done. They actually isolate the heat direct bittom heat source to keep from burning....been there done that !

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Great information / tips. Thank you. ! Marc

[@amr6559]

Does the plastic steam vent dry out well and can does the plastic come off to clean that area? I'm wondering if the moisture will be prone to mold if it doesn't come off...

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I can't remember if it comes off but it's well ventilated so it should mold. Thanks for watching! - J

[@dontew90]

Can ANYONE help me out i cant choose between Instant Pot Pro Crisp or Ninja Foodie XL 12 in 1

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Anyone?

[@dontew90]

@@TheAverageKitchen or you 😆

[@TheAverageKitchen]

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[@e2linuxos]

The instant pot whisper release is a lot quieter than this Average Canadian/American Kitchen shouting over the top of loud background music. ;-)

[@TheAverageKitchen]

What can we say, we're boisterous. - J

[@janicepgi]

My daughter and I are placing bets. She thinks you’re a master jack in either cook, vehicle tech or trucker. I say Sgt or WO by what I’m guessing is your age. Your instruction is top notch btw and I would be engaged! Jamie is a little tougher to guess. We need to see him a little more for our bets! We’ll put him as image tech and master jack as well although he’s behind the scenes letting you do all the talking so maybe sgt!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Hahaha this comment is awesome. But I cannot confirm nor deny the evidence you’re presenting !! Thanks so much for watching !! Marc

[@janicepgi]

@@TheAverageKitchen Either way, we both enjoy watching your show! We both would have loved having you as an instructor while on course! You have great delivery, you’re informative all while actually interjecting personality! Suffice to say, it’s a real treat and I hope your unit recognizes you for the asset that you are!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Ur amazing thanks so much ! Cheers. Marc

[@janicepgi]

@@TheAverageKitchen Hmmmm "evidence." MP possibly, {my trade}??? Ninja has a new double oven out but only available in the US as of yet. Hoping and looking forward to seeing a review from you in the future!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Already ordered it. And it arrived. Shooting the video Friday !! Thanks for watching. 👮🏻‍♂️

[@bingyum]

I didn't see why it stayed in the preheat function or is that how it is?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

It always preheats before switching to cooking mode. - J

[@bingyum]

@@TheAverageKitchen okay I see I thought you had said it had stayed in preheat mode my miss understanding thanks for the review. I was thinking about getting one. I especially loved the recipes.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much! - J

[@Sarah-b6k5b]

I just bought mine but in the preheating I see some steam coming out from where the valve is, is that normal? I am new at this

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Yes I believe that is normal. - J

[@aminmazhari9635]

I don't know why its always on preheat mode?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

You might not have enough liquid. Not sure though. - J

[@lizmd6615]

Thankyou for your review. I don’t think it’s available in Australia. Would you know anything about buying it here?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Hey !! Love Aussies !! Not really sure, maybe Breville makes one ? I believe they are an Australian company. Cheers. Marc

[@jeffshaf4019]

Do you think purchasing the non stick pot would be helpful for those dishes that stick to the bottom? Thanks for the video I am torn between this and the ninja

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Great idea ! Thanks for watching.

[@deniselucy58]

i would like to see the speedy ninja

[@TheAverageKitchen]

We reviewed that one! kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4W0pnipjc-WpcU - J

[@suzannejones5992]

Minimum water content plus water for the rice

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for watching! - J

[@toddlee2571]

I like listening to you tawk aboat cooking paasta. BTW. Are you guys in a trailer or motorhome? I live in one and i have the same cabinets, countertops and backsplash.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Haha thanks. Nope we're in Marc's house. Thanks for watching! - J

[@dennisdesmarais3778]

Wish it was sold in Asia..

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I’m surprised it’s not…

[@dennisdesmarais3778]

220 power. Lot of items are made for the usa only.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I know ninja has a UK division. That would be different power then we have in North America.

[@dalex60]

Instant pot has a recipe app available…

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Yes they certainly do, and it's pretty good! - J

[@laurakondrick1635]

Stick a fork in your lime or lemon and twist.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Good tip! - J

[@user-qr1yt2zh3b]

Como hacer panetela en ella y q sea traducido en español

[@TheAverageKitchen]

🤙🏼

[@user-qr1yt2zh3b]

No entiendo nada

[@user-qr1yt2zh3b]

Como hacer un asado en ella

[@dalex60]

PRESSURE RELEASE, not RELIEF…

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Tomato, tomato. Thanks for watching! - J

[@jeannetipton6106]

You cook everything on low pressure. That's probably why everything you cook takes longer.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Just following the recipe/ instructions. Thanks for watching. Marc

[@koby1960]

Instant pot not instapot...

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Potato, not potato.... - J

[@billburgess9100]

This video starts out with a man yelling over top loud background music. Not smart.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for the positive comment !!!

[@mobstarhipstar3403]

the burnt rice was disappointing to see for the burrito bowl. I just got this instant pot to make L. Reuteri Yogurt in. I think other than that I'll do thai food and vegetable soups through this instant pot duo.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Let us know how you like it! - J

[@michellekasunic6419]

You did not delazed the bottom of your pot before pressure cooking. That is why you got the burn notice. Watch on you tube PRESSURE LUCK COOKING. JEFFERY EISNER. He is great at showing you how to use your instant pot. He taught me how to use mine and I use it all the time. I love it.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Awesome. Thanks for watching