How to Cook Beets In Instant Pot
Cooking beets in the Instant Pot is my favorite method—add water, and whole beetroots, then pressure cook them for 10–30 minutes depending on their size and how you like them. You do not even need to peel or cut them beforehand. Here's how to do it step-by-step.
Equipment
- 1 Instant Pot with trivet any pressure cooker works
- 1 Veggie Scrubber
- 1 Measuring Cup
Ingredients
- 3 whole beetroots
- 1 cup cold water
Instructions
- Wash and scrub the beets well to get rid of any dirt or debris. Cut off the stems if present.
- Place the trivet in the bottom of your Instant Pot and pour one cup of water. Arrange unpeeled beets in a single layer on top of the trivet.
- Set your Instant Pot to the pressure cook setting on high. Close the lid properly and make sure the pressure valve is set to "sealing". Set the timer for 10-33 minutes: Small beets (1.5-2 inches): 15-17 minutes for firmer texture, 20-22 minutes for soft texture. Medium beets (2-3 inches): 20-23 minutes for firm texture, 25-27 minutes for soft texture. Large beets (3-4 inches): 25-27 minutes for firm texture, 30-33 minutes for soft texture.
- Once the cooking cycle is complete, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then carefully turn the valve to "venting" to release any pressure left. When you see the pin drops, open the lid carefully (watch out the steam!). Using kitchen tongs, tranfer the beets on a plate and let them cool down enough to handle. Now, you can peel and enjoy them or use in recipes.
Notes
If you do not have trivet, you can still cook the beets the same way. They may loose some color and have softer texture.
Store cooked beets in an air tight container for up to 3-5 days. You can peel and slice cooked beets and freeze them for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 100gCalories: 43kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1.2gSodium: 78mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7g
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