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The Ultimate Guide To First Time Instant Pot Recipes


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Cooking with an Instant Pot is a great way to simplify your dinner routine and make nutritious meals quickly and easily. It can be intimidating to use a new appliance, especially if you are a first-time Instant Pot user. But fear not! We have the perfect guide to get you started with Instant Pot cooking. Here, we have compiled a collection of easy, delicious Instant Pot recipes that are perfect for first-time users. Each of these recipes has step-by-step instructions for preparing your meal, as well as information about the equipment needed, prep time, cook time, ingredients, notes, and nutrition information. Plus, we have included a few helpful tips to make your Instant Pot experience even smoother. So let’s get cooking!

Mexican Rice with Corn and Black Beans

Description

This Mexican Rice with Corn and Black Beans is a flavorful, one-pot meal that is perfect for when you need a fast dinner. It’s made with simple, nutritious ingredients, and comes together in just a few minutes. It’s a great way to get a wholesome, nourishing meal on the table in no time!

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup salsa
  • 2 cups vegetable broth

Instructions

1. Begin by adding all of the ingredients to the Instant Pot. Give the ingredients a quick stir to combine. Make sure the salsa and vegetable broth are evenly distributed throughout the pot.

2. Secure the lid of the Instant Pot and set the valve to sealing. Press the “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” button and adjust the time to 8 minutes.

3. When the cooking time is complete, quick-release the pressure. Carefully remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork. Serve the rice with your favorite toppings and enjoy!

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon

Notes

This recipe can also be made in a slow cooker. Simply combine all of the ingredients in the slow cooker, cover, and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.

Nutrition: Per Serving

  • Calories: 370
  • Fat: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 65g
  • Protein: 13g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 920mg

Recipe Tips:

  • This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to feed a larger crowd. Just be sure to increase the cooking time by a few minutes if you are doubling or tripling the recipe.
  • Feel free to add in any other vegetables or proteins that you would like. You can also switch up the spices to make it your own.
  • This recipe is perfect for meal prep. Simply divide it into individual portions and store in the fridge for up to 5 days.

So there you have it – the perfect guide to getting started with Instant Pot cooking! We hope that these recipes provide you with an easy and delicious way to get dinner on the table in no time. Bon appétit!


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