What Does Burning Food on an Instant Pot Mean?
Are you a fan of using an Instant Pot for your cooking needs? If so, then you’ve most likely seen the “Burn” warning message. This can be an intimidating message to receive and can easily throw off your meal-making process. But don’t worry, you can usually fix this burning food problem quickly.
What Causing the Burning?
The burning foods warning message typically occurs when food is stuck to the bottom of the Instant Pot inner pot. This is usually caused when the food has been cooked for too long or too much liquid has been added.
How Can I Fix the Problem?
The first thing you should try is to stop the pressure cooking cycle and take out as much food as you can from the inner pot. Place the pot back in the Instant Pot and add 1 cup of cold water and ¼ teaspoon of salt in the pot. Close the lid and press the “Pressure Cook” button for three minutes. This should help release the food from the bottom of the pot.
What Steps Can I Take to Prevent this Problem?
To prevent the “Burn” message from happening in the future, take the following steps:
- Read the recipes carefully: Many recipes will offer valuable tips and instructions on how best to use the Instant Pot for your food. Following these steps will help you better understand the cooking time and liquid levels needed for best results.
- Stir your ingredients: Make sure to stir your ingredients before pressure cooking, and a few times during the cooking process. This will help to make sure that food has not stuck to the bottom of the inner pot.
- Less liquid is usually better: Liquid is a key component of recipes cooked in an Instant Pot. Too little liquid can cause burning, and too much liquid can cause the same. Make sure to follow the recipe and adjust as needed.
With a few simple steps, you can help prevent the “Burn” warning message from appearing when using your Instant Pot. If the message does appear, try the steps above to help loosen any foods stuck to the bottom of the pot. Enjoy your meals!
