What Is The UK’s Best Electric Pressure Cooker?
In this guide we’ll look at the best electric pressure cookers.
We’ve compared capacity, cooking functions, ease of cleaning and cost
to give you our top recommendations.
Electric Pressure Cooker Reviews
Electric Pressure Cooker Buyer’s Guide
Adding an electric pressure cooker to your appliances is a great idea for many homes. Selecting the right one, however, can be confusing. Here are a few things you should remember when considering models.
Multiple Functions
The more you have, the more recipes you’ll be able to create and eat! Look for a variety that includes bake/roast, brown/sauté, rice or soup, and steam, air fry, or slow cook in addition to pressure-cooking.
Capacity
Most pressure cookers will be around 5-6lt, which is ideal for 4-6 people.
Safety
Airlock technology that prevents the lid from releasing is the bare minimum. A hinged lid is helpful, as is auto-off.
Ease of cleaning
Most electric pressure cookers will have a non-stick cooking bowl, which will be dishwasher safe, however, they can also be hand washed easily. Do NOT immerse the cooker body in water, just wipe clean.
Ease of use
Most electric pressure cookers will have pre-programmed options, just follow the instructions with the model purchased.
FAQs
How does a pressure cooker work?
By sealing in moisture from food, and applying heat under pressure, a pressure cooker speeds up cooking time.
How to use a pressure cooker?
Exact use will vary by model and recipe. Essentially these are the stages; load in food, close lid, select program, release pressure, remove food, enjoy delicious food.
What can you cook in a pressure cooker?
Each pressure cooker will have its options listed, and then it’s just a matter of finding a recipe that tempts you. This could include braised meats, roasts, cake baking, soups, risottos, yoghurt, or slow cooked treats.