Cooking cauliflower in an Instant Pot is a quick and easy process. Here's a simple recipe to help you get started:
Instant Pot Steamed Cauliflower:
Ingredients:
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 cup water
- Salt (optional)
- Pepper (optional)
Instructions:
Preparation: Wash the cauliflower head thoroughly and remove any leaves and tough stem. Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
Add Water: Pour 1 cup of water into the Instant Pot inner pot.
Insert Steamer Basket: Place a steamer basket inside the Instant Pot. If you don't have a steamer basket, you can also use the Instant Pot trivet.
Add Cauliflower: Put the cauliflower florets into the steamer basket.
Season (Optional): If desired, you can season the cauliflower with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Close the Lid: Close the Instant Pot lid, making sure the sealing ring is properly in place. Set the valve to the "Sealing" position.
Pressure Cook: Select the "Pressure Cook" or "Manual" setting on your Instant Pot. Set the cooking time to 0 minutes. Yes, 0 minutes, as we want to use the residual heat from the Instant Pot to steam the cauliflower. The Instant Pot will take some time to come to pressure, and then it will automatically switch off.
Quick Release (QR): Once the cooking process is complete (even though the timer shows 0), perform a quick release by carefully turning the valve to the "Venting" position. Allow all the steam to escape before opening the lid.
Serve: Once the pressure has been released, open the Instant Pot lid. Your cauliflower is now ready to be served as a healthy and delicious side dish or as an ingredient in various recipes.
Remember that cooking times may vary slightly based on the size of the cauliflower florets and the specific Instant Pot model you're using. This basic recipe will give you perfectly steamed cauliflower to enjoy in various dishes or on its own.
Always exercise caution when opening the Instant Pot lid after cooking, and make sure to use oven mitts or a kitchen towel to protect your hands from the hot steam. Enjoy your perfectly steamed cauliflower!