Learning to use a pressure cooker will allow you to cook healthier meals in a much shorter amount of time. Cooking in a pressure cooker can reduce cooking time by up to 70 percent. This method of cooking retains most of the natural vitamins and minerals that are lost during other cooking methods. Using a pressure cooker not only saves time and money, but also is more convenient and produces healthier meals. Read on to learn how to use a pressure cooker.
Step One
Preparing the Pressure Cooker - Insert the rack into the pressure cooker if needed for the specific recipe.
Step Two
Pour the amount of liquid that is required by the recipe into the pressure cooker, and then add the food.
Step Three
Check the cover vent pipe for any clogs by looking into it as you are holding it up to a light.
Step Four
Place the cover onto the pressure cooker and make sure that the cover handle and the body handle line up evenly.
Step Five
Put the cover onto the pressure cooker and close it securely. Attach the pressure regulator onto the vent pipe of the pressure cooker.
Step Six
Cooking With the Pressure Cooker - Heat the ingredients in the pressure cooker, watching for the pressure regulator to begin to rock slowly.
Step Seven
Adjust the level of heat so that the pressure regulator is rocking in a slow, steady motion. This is the point where cooking time begins.
Step Eight
Follow the directions for the specific recipe, cooking for the correct amount of time and reducing the pressure as directed.
Step Nine
Remove the regulator from the pressure cooker when the cover lock air vent drops.
Step Ten
Take off the cover of the pressure cooker and the food is ready to serve.