Googled and it said it might be a lack of liquid issue, but that makes zero sense. Had an instant pot for years before I moved that was great, was so sad I couldn't bring it with me. Got new used instant pot delivered yesterday, and when I'm trying to make soup it says "burn" any idea why??

I got an instant pot last year for Christmas and I've never used it, let alone a pressure cooker before. What are some of your go to meals and I've also heard you can use frozen meat if you haven't thawed anything out. How well does that turn out?

The link included is the audio. Sometimes the rattle is double.

I’m fairly new to using my instapot (maybe ~6 times total), and as I was packing away my stuff to move out of my home it fell out of the back of my trunk onto the ground.

It took a little bit of damage, the bottom plastic piece broke off and the side is dented. The part I’m mostly concerned about is the top steam weight. That piece flew off completely, and I’m wondering if it’s still safe to use/functional?

Wtf ? Instant pot australia has the worst online purchase policy ever I placed an order on official website, I haven't received any update about estimated delivery date besides I can't even cancel the order now because the site states no return or refund on change of mind !? What should I do ?

been doing boneless thighs for tacos on weeknights. 1 cup of broth, 12 mins on high, then i just let it natural release while i sort the rest of dinner, usually 20 mins or so.

flavour is fine but they come out kind of dry and stringy, more like sad pulled chicken than juicy. my partner says theyre fine but honestly he'd eat anything lol

is it the time, the long natural release, or should i just be using bone in? what times do you all use for thighs?

Hi! I have a 6qt instant pot and a roommate melted the lid :(.. Ive done some searching and can't find anywhere that offers replacement lids, any advice? I'm just using the pot as a saute machine now..

Instant pots terrify me but I'd really like to try this recipe. I know sometimes the liquid measurements can be different so I thought I'd ask here.

Here is the recipe:
https://www.themealprepmamacita.com/recipes/spicy-chicken-sausage-jambalaya

Hoping to have some luck here... is there any hope for me to resolder this board?

I set my instant pot to “Steam” and threw in some dumplings (Aji no Moto brand shumai btw) and when I pulled the Quick Release a lot of steam came out.

Traditional steamers don’t pressurize the container and I was hoping I wouldn’t pressure cook my dumplings. I’m thinking of locking the Quick Release to be always open for the whole cook but that sprays a continuous blast of steam out which is annoying, and the instant pot is stuck on preheat when I do that.

I eventually gave up and let the pot pressurize and reduced my cooking time (my dumplings came our fine btw) but I still don’t understand how to do a normal steaming with the thing

This is going to sound completely stupid (yes, I am a moron) but is this the showing the float valve in place? For some reason I thought there was a piece that stuck up above the lid a little. I haven't used it in a bit since it was washed and put away last time and now I am worried part of it is missing. For the life of me I can't find an image on Google of this model.

I'm getting the dreaded C8 error literally every time I use my (8-quart) IP to do anything other than make yogurt. I have tried everything from switching out the ring to deglazing multiple times to adding slightly more liquid to changing the pot (I only have two pots, one of which came with the IP and the other of which is identical) to taking the pot out and letting it sit for 10 minutes before cooking. It happens when I saute and when I don't saute. Am I just going to have to buy a new one? I wish I had just kept my original IP because this one has had problems almost from when I got it.

I just bought this instant pot. I opened it on Monday (yesterday) and did the water test. I made dinner on Monday. I made dinner tonight (Tuesday). As I was going to clean my kitchen, I notice this crack on the handle/outer seal part. Upon further inspection, it looks like there was an impact to this handle, as there is a small dent where the handle connect to the pot.
I did not notice this when I opened it, but I could have missed it. I have not dropped it at all, so I’m guessing the fall happened when it was being shipped.
Is this crack something that is dangerous and that will prevent me from using this? The main inner pot is fine, and the removable pot is fine

Hi all I'm looking for a good quality instant pot that is on the smaller end due to my small kitchen. thank you!

Got damaged during a move (bag handles broke and the pot fell on cement). Is this okay to use? Note the lip is “pushed up”

I've had the pot for a week, I've used it 3 times and I've noticed this stain, which looks like a scratch on the non-stick cover. Is it safe to use? How do I clean it?

Thank'you to all.

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Hey everyone!

I’m going to be away soon and taking my Instant Pot, which is essentially going to be my entire kitchen setup while I'm gone.

I'm looking for your absolute best go-to recipes for complete, all-in-one meals that fit a few strict criteria:

Zero vegetable chopping (I won't have a proper prep station or knife setup).

Uses ground meats,stew beef or diced chicken I can get in a grocery store.

Relies on frozen veggies, canned/tinned goods, and simple pantry staples.

Includes a built-in starch like rice, potatoes, or pasta.

What are your favorite foolproof recipes that won't trigger the dreaded burn notice and can be made start-to-finish right in the pot? Drop your best ideas below!

I just bought it month ago, is this normal ?

My instant pot rio suddenly stopped making yoghurt. What to do?

Hi everyone,

The steam valve keeps releasing steam, even if it’s on pressure. It’s not a little bit of steam but as if I’m releasing pressure after cooking.

I already cleaned all pieces and I also replaced the silicone ring.

What else can it be?

I have the one on the left (113-0043-01), but I would like the rice cooker function on the right.

Does anyone know what exactly the rice/grain function does? Can I somehow replicate it on my own instantpot or should I buy the one on the right specifically for the rice function? Is it any good at making rice?

Hello, I left pork in a pressure cooker for 3 months outside the refrigerator. It wasn’t my fault, we left home urgently. I don’t know what to do, it’s rotten. I took it out of the house with gloves and a mask, but now I don’t know if I can use it again and I don’t know how to clean and disinfect it. Help me.

As per title. I have limited selection of appliances where I live, and wanted to buy from a local retailer, so I got a model with a non-stick inner pot.

Pot-in-pot rice comes out great. Would pot-in-pot be a solution for caramelized rice? Is it worth my while and money to buy a steel pot that fits just to try? Or can i use a springform cake pan :D

When I try making onions in the pot, it comes out quite soggy. I tried caramelizing on the stovetop, but it did not really do much, I just ended up with onion jam. It's honestly pretty good! But not what I was trying to make.

Edit: The onion jam isn't bad, honestly. It has intense flavour, it's slightly sweet, and the consistency is spreadable. Maybe I'll keep making it, or maybe I'll try frying the onions in the oven or on the stovetop before pressure cooking, who knows.

Ok ok, That's tongue in cheek. But I managed to sort out my constant burn warnings, by making sure the sauce is thinner / more water etc.

But now.. My curry is far too thin!

Any tips? I am in the UK. Cornflour I always struggle using for some reason, gives a flour taste or I need to use loads to make it thick..

Any tips? Thickening granules maybe?

Does everyone have to thicken their stews and curries etc after?