TOP 5 INSTANT POT TIPS & HACKS

Here are my Top Five Instant Pot tips and hacks, to help you get more out of your Instant Pot!
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[@FloLum]

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[@coconutwoman91746]

When I do quick release, I put a damp dish cloth over the vent so that water vapour doesn't splash all over.

[@Mausiquilter]

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[@ooohlaa13]

why would anyone thumbs down? such gentle teaching, helpful and kind. Geez!

[@thekeyboardzone-kas]

Hi, Flo - I've had my IP for 3 years now and love, love, love it. I'm quite comfortable using it, and really didn't think there was anything new I could learn about it ... until I discovered your channel just now, which proves that there's ALWAYS something new we can learn about our beloved IP! Thanks so much for sharing all the great tips! I have just subscribed. :)

[@cindywu4108]

Great tips!!! I like the foil handles and pot in pot cooking! Thank you for sharing☺️

[@chaplainesque]

The foil is my favorite hint too! Very sensible!

[@FloLum]

After using the Instant Pot for about 3 years, I’ve learned a thing or two to make cooking with it a little easier. Hope you enjoy these tips! Comment below if you have other tricks you’d like to share!

[@corridor42]

Hello Flo I enjoy seeing how you and your husband like making videos together. Makes me happy to see happy people like you guys. A challenge to you. I have used a traditional pressure cooker for years. It has worked well for our household but is the Insta Pot really better? I don’t have an Insta Pot but I would like to see you cook/compare cooking methods between the two. Is the traditional-method superior or is the new Insta Pot the way to go? Could you please give us a demo between cooking, for example, a pot roast between a traditional pressure cooker and the newest Insta Pot? Please point out all the differences. How much better is the Insta Pot or is it really better? Looking forward to your findings. Thanks much.

[@leelongeway7117]

I’m new at this and found this extremely helpful. Thanx a lot

[@xandraj5487]

Thanks for the tips! My tip is for frozen white castle burgers (since we don't have them in CA). My S.O. prefers them steamed so we use the steam function for 2-9 mins... Depending on how many you're cooking. We use the trivet, pour in a cup of water, and then lay down a sheet or 2 of parchment paper. Large enough to cover the trivet and come up the sides of the pot - no bigger than the top of the trivet handles. Steam and nom!

[@goldarua3802]

Love the simplicity of your meals. Also the way he always has to taste everything.

[@MondaySkipper]

Your videos have been a great resource. Thank you for your efforts. Pot-on!

[@kgknitter101]

Thanks for these tips! I honestly never thought of starting the cooking before I have everything in there. Genius!

[@diannalynnYT]

New IP user. Have had it for 2 years. Used it last night for the first time. Used it for breakfast and now about to make brownies. These tips are awesome. I’m enjoying learning so much and I’m finding cooking fun again.

[@AundriaM]

Thanks for the tips Flo.

[@bananabradysmom]

I just got my instant pot! I love the tips and your motto! Thanks for sharing!

[@nolongerafan6228]

I JUST got my IP no more than an hour ago, but I've been watching your vids for a few days in prep. Your vids are great!

[@cookingwithalittlespice]

Yes I love her videos, very helpful

[@viviennehamilton4127]

Great tips thank you 😀😀

[@richarddixon-dascanio3767]

Awesome you both are. Very informative, very glad there is someone like you who actually breaks it on and let us know what you can do and what you cannot do.

[@GraceMak85]

Thank you for the tips! It’s so helpful! You have made me enjoy cooking with the instant pot! Thanks again, Flo!

[@CoconutFarms]

I'm so happy I've found your channel. Love my Instant Pot. I look forward to trying your recipes. Thanks for sharing!

[@ronhart8857]

Great idea's to keep from getting burned, and making clean up easier. Thank you

[@leslieu9092]

Love all of your recipes, the tips, and the hair!

[@Buffalo49]

If you're adding water, add boiling water. (That will help speed things up, too.)

[@gracielou4075]

I have an electric tea kettle that I use for cooking (as well as tea). I use it plain for the InstantPot or I when I add Better Than Bouillon for broth. I find it helps with the Pot coming to pressure. I use the kettle for so much. It is even used when washing the lid out.

[@Midge421]

Thanks. I got one for Valentines Day! I’m so excited. Great tips for this newb!

[@michaeljohnangel6359]

Absolutely marvelous! Thank you.

[@imautopian]

Great tips.Thanks for sharing. I've had my 8 quart Cosori instant pot a few months and I think it's my favorite kitchen too ever..use it every day for so many things!

[@missmamtube]

Shalom! Thank you so much for sharing your tip with us. Blessings to you and yours!

[@sassysanders3997]

Excellent tips..........thank you!

[@jeanb.7963]

Thanks Flo for the tips! Your haircut looks great!

[@raeannuria5691]

Great info! Thank you for sharing with us!

[@arlenemurphy804]

Nice job Flo. Always enjoy your videos! 😗😗😗

[@SouthCountryMom]

Wonderful tips! Thank you!

[@randyfukuda8562]

Flo, you and Dude are my top KZbin video celebs. Your recipies save me time and time again and I'm grateful to you both. Randy, Alhambra, CA.

[@tilliemoore1268]

I am so happy to find your channel, thank you so much for all these how to’s.

[@sherigentry4955]

I've learned from watch your videos & love your recipes. 😊

[@marthawest799]

Awesome thank you somuch MS FloLum❣️ love the DIY grips for the basket thing, I have just the one that came with my Insta-pot which does not have any handles , but I didn’t know about the pip . Which is great because it’s just my husband and I. I love steel cut oats too this will make it quicker 🤗❣️💖❣️ Thank you for sharing ❣️ I just received my insta-pot for “Mother’s Day “ love love it for sure😊👍🏻

[@ANNPOLLARD1967]

Thank you for the hacks & tips. I’m a new subscriber too.

[@cherylgrube78]

That was really helpful. Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video!

[@omayra7624]

Thank you for the great tips

[@AWanderingEye]

I will have to construct that sling thingy, very useful. My tip: when time is a factor and you can, use hot liquids to "speed" things up. Esp. if saute isn't a necessary function of preparing your dish. Keep doing all you are to spread the good news about the IP!

[@charlottecastillonirenberg8020]

Love your recipes and Explanations! You make it so easy for us Thanks so much 🥰

[@angelamedwid]

Thank you so much for sharing. Esp. the P.I.P. it is so logical, yet I have never done this yet! A believer in one pot dinners, this is totally going to help matters.

[@cdlady54_95]

Thank you. Very helpful.

[@lexwaldez]

Pot in Pot to eliminate scorching is a great idea! Thank you!

[@nygreenguy]

The foil sling is genius.

[@commonsensecooking7645]

Hi Flo!! Thanks for the tips!!

[@yamarblackburn5642]

I have an instant thank you for sharing how to you it Properly

[@louisedavidson848]

Thank u for sharing ur knowledge.

[@karenwoodruff3533]

Love the pot in pot idea!!!

[@stacymcnamees7168]

Thanks for the tips👍

[@MSalem-gt5dy]

That’s a clever idea using the foil to pull it up. Thanks for the tips.

[@TMB247]

As Always ... Excellent

[@pamwilliams9992]

Great tips!! Thank you 😃

[@justme-zm2vv]

Thx great tips!

[@studiosingyourstyle]

Very nice tips thank you!

[@jeffreser4565]

very useful ideas, especially the preheat

[@cmuther1]

Wonderful! Thanks so much! :)

[@vickiesdaughter]

Thank you :) I thought I was doing something wrong when it would spew all over the place while doing QR. Glad to know I can just do a slow quick release.

[@MikeSooch]

Flo, I didn't read all of the comments, so I don't know if anyone is ahead of me on this, but I just shared the link to this video with the Instant Pot Community group on Facebook. I remain a big fan of your videos and I'm attempting to spread the word.

[@FloLum]

So greatly appreciate that! Thank you, Mike!

[@authenticallyamber99]

Thank you! Love my pressure cooker!

[@jasminez3959]

you speak very clearly, thank you

[@fishin4salmon]

New to instant pot. Great video thanks for the tips

[@marshakaehler7859]

Good info esp the trivet

[@beckycordell7038]

You can also turn your trivet upside down, resting on the handles, so that you have room for larger food below and a shallow dish on top.

[@ooohlaa13]

I like this, I find the handles take up too much precious space anyway, this is an exciting learning process and I love the sharing by all ... thanx for making this video!

[@lindajohnsen5170]

Beckcordell Cordell great idea!! 🤗

[@mikitta47]

I really like the controlled pressure release method you show. Makes a lot more sense than babysitting bursts of quick release :)

[@mcimon91]

Hi Flo! Love your recipes and tips! I've subscribed to your channel and watched a bunch of your videos and I'm learning alot. I have an XL Pressure Cooker but it's the same size as your Instant Pot. 👍💙

[@corinneaggar9755]

Thank you, very useful tips, love watching your videos so much more useful than just reading recipes at first, got your cook book can’t wait to try new flavours take care both of you 🙏

[@vegnurse8173]

Thanks for the handle tip.

[@victoriakarshner3383]

You are so stinking cute! Can't wait to use some of your tips (anxiously awaiting for my Instant Pot to arrive).

[@Slowpoke5055]

Many thanks. I learned something today :-)

[@teriyoung8922]

thanks for this, I love the dowel of the wooden spoon to release pressure, it taught me to not be afraid of my Instant Pot,. Also, your Pho recipe is now a go-to in our house. Can you please do a video using frozen solid chicken? (as I so rarely remember that dinner is important)? I have used my IP to cook it but I imagine you have more creative ideas other than Pho!

[@denisejohnston6243]

Love love my pit and tips,live your vidoes too. Thanks

[@MrSmithtoo]

Hi. Love the videos. Just a little comment that may help. Water under pressure is hotter than water boiled in an open pan, so less time and energy is used to achieve the same result. I love my 'Pot'. Bye !

[@VanzHumbleHome]

Great tips! The foil on the handles in awesome. I do the slow quick release as well. Nice vid.

[@jul8065]

Thank you Flo great tips.

[@hpeteacher9445]

Hi Flo and Dude! You both have gotten me over being scared of my Instant Pot and now having fun finding out what deliscious meals it can make. I have the 8 quart, so maybe my trivet has longer handles. I wear my silocone oven mits, grab the base of a wooden spoon and put the dowel end through both handles. With one hand on the middle of the spoon I lift the inner pot high enough until I can grab the top of my pot in pot bowl. Works for me. Thanks again and keep those videos coming! HPE Teacher

[@cookingwithalittlespice]

Love my instant pot. Great tips thx

[@tonyso9637]

like the slow or semi-quick release and full release. Thanks.

[@astrongchristian]

I also use the "slow - quick release" method, but I place the pot under the exhaust vent on a cookie sheet to keep the pot level. I then cover the steam release spout with a kitchen towel to keep the moisture and water droplets localized and to soak up the heaviest release . I leave the exhaust fan running until the steam release is finished to vent most of the moisture. Great tips for users. Thanks.

[@KathleenHoover76]

Hi Flo, I have a tip to minimize the steam (or any possible spewing). After I open the quick release valve, I gently place a damp dishcloth over the valve to collect the steam. This also minimizes the loud hissing sounds that frighten my dogs and make them run for the hills (hahaha).

[@FloLum]

I’ve read that it is unsafe to do that and it may void your warranty. You may want to look into that.

[@gimpygranny843]

I am loving your videos, Thank you so much. My first instapot wasn't called that It was simply electric pressure cooker.

[@FloLum]

Instant Pot is the brand name. Yes... they are all electric pressure cookers.

[@marylouaguirre8883]

Great hair cut you look 10 years younger love your Chanel and your food you’re a beautiful lady and cook too keep up the good work

[@14Marathons]

Another very good video Flo and Dude. Appreciated the helpful tips. Yes, it's too bad that trivet doesn't come with tabs to more easily grab and lift the trivet out...Your idea with the aluminum foil is a good one. I do like those little red silicone grippers that are sold, they make it a bit easier for grabbing the trivet and for holding the pot when stirring (because it spins). The silicon grippers aren't as cumbersome as oven mitts. Thanks for mentioning the PIP method....I forget about doing that.

[@chaplainesque]

PIP is great for steaming.

[@lindajohnsen5170]

Love all the ideas, but really liked the tip about using the wooden spoon handle to bleed off the pressure, so simple yet so elegant! Thanks for great video 😊

[@arthuurwong49]

What’s PIP?

[@tom95521]

Great channel. You show us the good and the bad which makes you very honest and real. My wife was anti-IP when I bought the 8 quart last year until she found out how fast it cooks beets, beans, chicken, turkey, .... Now she likes the IP except she still uses her rice cooker for forbidden rice. Cooking butter chicken tonight in the IP. Trying to figure out how I can sneak in a Philips air fryer next without steam coming out of her ears.

[@FloLum]

😂😂😂 Good luck with that!

[@leeleescraps]

Just got my Philips air fryer this weekend & I’m in love!! It’s not the digital one but works great!

[@tom95521]

After reading the wirecutter review on airfryers it looks like we're getting a breville smart oven air instead. She does a lot of dehydration so I guess it makes sense to buy one appliance that does multiple things (like the IP).

[@FloLum]

Always good to get your wife on your side! 😉

[@eyeonart6865]

Buy an electric water pot ot tea pot. it just takes a couple minutes to heat water and add to instant pot and then there is no wait time for water to heat up in the instant pot. works great and time saver.

[@bodeine454]

Thank you! So if you're making oatmeal or something similar and you're using the pot inside the pot method do you set the smaller pot directly on top of the instant pot or on top of the trivet?

[@mltbkr]

hi Flo a newbie here just subscribed...going to try your Thai Curr.y last night made Moracon Chickpea stew, came out awesome!

[@roncooke2188]

Flo Good of you to reply

[@CassandraRidenhour]

Your video and audio are great quality. Sets you apart from a lot of the other IP instructors. Thanks for that!

[@davidbgreensmith]

For release of something I know will foam up - like pasta - I do a stepped quick release. So release for a count of 10, seal for count of 10 and so on. You can use the heartbeat indicator in the timer to count the seconds. After the initial surge of pressure eases off, you can increase the release to 20 seconds open/10 shut. It just gives whatever is inside foaming up chance to subside.

[@ooohlaa13]

what is the heartbeat indicator?

[@davidbgreensmith]

If you look at the timer on the front, there is a little red dot that flashes on and off to mark the seconds.

[@ooohlaa13]

thanx i thought that might be the case, not that familiar yet. Will pay more attention next time around, still newbie.

[@seizethedayandlive]

i'm a total novice so these tips are greatly appreciated; in particular, thanks for preventing me from spraying stuff all over my kitchen when i use the quick release! ha! ha!

[@SandyB4975]

Rand U hi I’m not sure I understand the quick release and when and why I would use it. So far I’ve waited until the toggle has come up before I open the pot?

[@seizethedayandlive]

I'm no expert but I don't think it matters much; quick release if you want access to the food sooner. Sometimes, I'll let it release slowly on it's own (I do nothing) because I want it to simmer longer.

[@liamaria2782]

I never read the instructions, I can t be bothered (😛) but I love watching you cooking with the Instant Pot!!! Thank Flo ❤️❤️❤️

[@ooohlaa13]

I love the foil handle idea but am concerned about aluminum breakdown during the pressure. Supposedly alum offgasses same as mercury in the teeth and we are advsied to stay away from using it, it micro flakes off. Don't know if its true but maybe inventing something with silicone might be safer (until they find out it is also toxic ... don't mean to be Debbie Downer, love your presentations), just sharing for consideration.

[@crr5699]

You are correct that Aluminum is toxic for us and should never come into contact with our food. Not sure if it off-gasses. Will have to look into that. I was thinking a rope handle might be an easy and safe fix instead of the aluminum foil handles.

[@susank5218]

@@crr5699 Yes, kitchen/butcher twine.

[@traceyt4580]

thanks for the helpful tips! ps I lobe your hair !🙎

[@rcole6679]

Good point in the handled trivet. I wouldn’t buy one, but instead get a strainer basket with a silicone handle. With that, you can pull out whatever you want, while keeping the food away from the water.

[@trishfitzpatrick2066]

I clicked "like" and "subscribe". Thanks for the tips! (PS- I think your camera man is in love with you ;)

[@MichaelWi]

I lightly put a kitchen towel on the pressure valve when I do a quick release or a ‘slow-quick release’ it’s cleaner as the towel catches all the steam coming out from the valve.

[@sharpma]

With the instant pot you don't have to stand over the stove. If you are cooking via stove top you have to stand over it until it is done.

[@feliciaharris7372]

Just got the IP Ultra 6QT. Yesterday, tried making oat groats and it came out a watery mess 😔 think I used to much water. Will you PLEASE make a video on making oat groats in the IP. Thank you for these great videos!

[@FloLum]

Is that like steel cut oats? Will this help? kzbin.info/www/bejne/p2O1kHqIlLWUapY

[@nicolawrence]

Flo Lum in

[@MeowTX]

I really enjoyed your video. Where did you get the aluminum bowl from?

[@FloLum]

It’s one of a set of 4 nested stainless steel bowls that I picked up from Costco several years ago. Unfortunately, I haven’t found anything similar to recommend.

[@jimbinger]

Just 1 additional tip... It really makes things neater and potentially safer to place a kitchen towel over the vent before doing a quick release. Enjoy the videos!

[@kenfoster3983]

Love the Tips. You and your hubby are fun to watch. You did not share how you use Chopsticks when you are using IP. ;) PS, the short hair looks good on you.

[@FloLum]

That's a given! I use them even when not using the IP. 😉

[@jdmosaics]

Great tips here, thanks. I am still tossing up which to get, an IP or a Pressure Cooker. I don’t really understand what the main differences are yet as still researching. I cook Oats in the normal way that only take me 3 mins on element and also rice in a lidded pot on element only takes 12 mins...so do not see why I would cook them in an IP. But for stews and other meats will def be quicker and by the looks succulent too. Thanks again for your time. Cheers

[@anar579]

Neena Me I have both. A while back I splurged and finally got a Vitaquick, which I love. Then on Cyber Monday, I got an IP on Amazon, the price was too good to pass up. Since I got the IP, my Vitaquick has collected dust on a shelf. The main difference for me is that a regular PC needs to be babied. First you have to use high heat to bring it to pressure which can take 5-10 minutes; then lower heat to maintain pressure and set a timer for cooking time; and finally turn off the burner when done. With the IP you set it and forget it. I always time the IP to account for the extra time in natural release, so I don't have to worry about coming back to the kitchen to quick release before my food overcooks; I am too darn lazy. Also I love the option of PIP cooking, which is not always possible in a regular PC, depending on its shape. Another weird thing I love, and do regularly, is sterilize mason jars for sprouting (my IP has the sterilize feature). The only advantage I can think of for a regular PC is that you can use it without electricity. Last year we had a hurricane and I used my PC with a propane burner to cook a meal in 30 minutes that would've taken 2 hours and a lot more fuel. Hope that helps.

[@jdmosaics]

Ana Romero thank you for taking the time to answer Ana. All good reasons to get the IP I think. 🤗

[@jenniferc7633]

@@jdmosaics I have both the IP and stove top pressure cooker. I sometimes prefer my stove top over the IP. Making potatoes in the stove top cooker is about 6-7 min total time. Waiting for the IP to come to pressure doubles that time. Also, on the stove top cooker you can instantly release the pressure by running cold water over the lid. Clean up is way easier as well because everything can be immersed in water. IP is great for being able to walk away knowing its on a timer. IP still saves time over conventional cooking or a crock pot with amazing results but I guess I'm just old fashioned and like the old style stove top pressure cooker.

[@normajeanbray5960]

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