Can you boil water in an Instant Pot? The answer is yes! Boiling water in your electric pressure cooker is easy and simple to do. Today I'm sharing How To Boil Water In Instant Pot using the pressure cooker so you can cook rice, pasta, steam vegetables and more!
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Why Use The Instant Pot To Boil Water?
- Rapid Boiling: The Instant Pot's high-pressure cooking quickly boils water in an instant, ideal for time-sensitive recipes like pasta or soups.
- Convenient Versatility: The Instant Pot's multi-functionality makes boiling water easy and eliminates the need for extra pots, simplifying cooking and cleanup.
- Simple: No need for a rice cooker or kettle. It's the perfect item to take camping!
Recipe Ingredients: What Type Of Water Should I Use?
What kind of water should I use in my Instant Pot? The truth is, it really doesn't matter. Whether using tap water, filtered or bottled water, either water will work well for everyday cooking purposes.
How To Boil Water In An Instant Pot Using Pressure Cooking Function
- To boil water in Instant Pot follow these simple instructions:
- Pour one cup of water into your inner pot.
- Close the Instant Pot lid and ensure the seal is in place.
- Set the valve to “sealing” and set the manual button to high pressure for 5 minutes.
- Release the pressure, remove the lid and use your boiled water as needed.
How To Make Instant Pot Boiled Water Using Sauté Function?
- Pour one cup of water into the Instant Pot's inner pot.
- Set the sauté function on high.
- Allow the water to come to a boil while stirring occasionally. This typically takes a few minutes.
- Once the water reaches the desired boiling point, deactivate the sauté function.
- Your boiled water is now ready for use.
Expert Tips
- Be careful when handling hot food or liquids. Use protective oven mitts or pot holders when necessary.
- Never fill the Instant Pot more than two-thirds full with liquid.
- Release high pressure steam carefully using the vent pipe on the lid to avoid burns from steam or hot liquid.
- Be sure to keep kids away from the Instant pot when creating a rolling boil.
Variations
If you wish to add flavor to your Instant Pot boiled water, here are some suggestions on what to use.
- Herbs and Spices: Add a sprig of fresh mint, basil, or a cinnamon stick to infuse herbal or spicy notes.
- Citrus Zest: Grate the zest of lemon, lime, or orange into the boiling water for a refreshing citrus flavor.
- Ginger: Thinly slice or grate fresh ginger into the water for a warm and slightly spicy kick.
- Tea Bags or Loose Tea: Drop your favorite tea bag or loose tea leaves into the boiling water for a flavorful tea.
- Fruit Slices: Add thin slices of fruits like lemon, lime, or orange for a fruity twist.
- Vanilla Extract: A small amount of pure vanilla extract can impart a subtle sweetness to the water.
- Edible Flowers: Use edible flowers like chamomile or lavender for a floral essence.
- Cucumber: Thin slices of cucumber add a crisp and refreshing taste.
FAQ'S
On average, it will take about five minutes for the pressure cooker to reach the full boil temperature and for the timer to start counting down. If you’re boiling more than one cup, you’ll need to increase the cooking time by one minute for each cup. For example, if you’re boiling three cups of water, it will take about eight minutes for the pot to reach the boiling point.
Once boiled, your pot will automatically switch to the the Keep Warm setting. You can use the “keep warm” setting to maintain a constant slow boil temperature for your food. Be sure to complete a quick release as a slow natural release will reduce the heat of the boiling water.
How To Boil Water In Instant Pot
Equipment
- 1 Instant Pot
Materials
- 1 Water
Instructions
- Pour one cup of water into your inner pot.
- Close the Instant Pot lid and ensure the seal is in place.
- Set the valve to “sealing” and set the manual button to high pressure for 5 minutes.
- Release the pressure, remove the lid and use your boiled water as needed.
Notes
- Be careful when handling hot food or liquids. Use protective oven mitts or pot holders when necessary.
- Never fill the Instant Pot more than two-thirds full with liquid.
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Easy Instant Pot Recipes:
Here are some recipes you can use in your Instant Pot pressure cooker which use boiling water.
Thank you for this information!
Could you give the instructions (how do you set it to work?) to keep the water boiling when you use it for an electric water bath (not steam) canner? (With the water deep enough to cover 1inch over the jars ) rolling boil for 10 or 20 minutes, depending on what is being water bath canned. Your help would be so appreciated. Thank you