Instant Pot Pan Compatibility

Instant Pot is a popular kitchen appliance that has a wide range of accessories to enhance its functionality. One such accessory is the stackable stainless steel insert pan, which is perfect for those who want to cook multiple dishes simultaneously. These pans are designed to fit inside the Instant Pot and allow for efficient cooking of various foods, including vegetables, rice, meat, and fish. They are also useful for reheating food without losing its original flavour or nutrients.

The stackable insert pans come in different sizes, such as the 6-quart and 8-quart versions, ensuring compatibility with most Instant Pot models. They are made of high-quality food-grade stainless steel, ensuring durability and peace of mind when it comes to health and quality.

In addition to the stackable pans, there are several other Instant Pot accessories available, such as steamer baskets, springform pans, silicone egg bite moulds, and even an air fryer lid that can transform your Instant Pot into an air fryer. With these accessories, you can expand your culinary horizons and make the most of your Instant Pot.

Stackable stainless steel pans

Versatility and Convenience

Interchangeable Lids

These stackable pans usually come with two interchangeable lids – a steamer lid with holes for perfect steaming and an airtight lid for cooking or reheating food.

Food-Grade Stainless Steel

The stackable stainless steel pans are made with high-quality food-grade stainless steel, ensuring that your health and quality are not compromised.

Compatibility with Instant Pots

The stackable stainless steel pans are compatible with most Instant Pot models, including 6, 8, and other multi-quart cookers.

Easy Care and Cleaning

While some users have reported issues with cleanability, many others have found these pans easy to clean, either by hand or in the dishwasher. To ensure spotless results, hand drying is recommended. It's important to avoid using steel wool, bleach, or strong abrasive cleaners, and to dry the pans promptly after washing to prevent spotting or discolouration.

Customer Reviews

Overall, stackable stainless steel pans for Instant Pots have received positive reviews from customers, who appreciate their ease of use, versatility, and quality. Some have noted that they are a great investment for everyday cooking, allowing for convenient and efficient meal preparation. However, there are mixed reviews regarding the cleanability, with some users reporting issues with residue and discolouration.

Pyrex containers

Pyrex bowls are a good option for the Pot-in-Pot (PIP) cooking method, where food is placed in a separate bowl that sits on a trivet inside the Instant Pot. The 7-cup round Pyrex bowl is a perfect size for this, fitting nicely inside the Instant Pot. It can be used for baking cakes, cheesecakes, breads, and reheating foods. It can also be used for storage in the refrigerator or freezer and as a serving bowl.

If you want to use a Pyrex bowl in your Instant Pot, it is recommended to get one that is oven-safe and has the older PYREX label (in all caps), as these are made out of borosilicate glass, which is more stable and resistant to temperature fluctuations. The newer pyrex (in lowercase) is made with a soda-lime glass formula, which has a higher risk of shattering due to thermo shock when exposed to extreme temperature changes.

When using a Pyrex bowl in your Instant Pot, remember to always use the trivet and add at least 1.5 cups of water to the inner pot. This will allow steam to pass between your inner pot and the Instant Pot liner.

Silicone bands

Instant Pot offers a range of silicone accessories, including steamer sets, steamer baskets, and lids. These products are designed to fit various Instant Pot models, including the 5-quart, 6-quart, and 8-quart cookers.

The Instant Pot Silicone Steamer Set is a 3-piece stackable set that includes two steam baskets and a silicone steam rack. The flat-bottomed baskets maximise space, allowing you to cook multiple dishes at once. The steam rack features long cool-touch handles and long legs to keep it out of the water while steaming. This set is oven-safe up to 450 °F (230 °C) and is dishwasher-safe.

The Instant Pot Silicone Steamer Basket is another accessory designed for steaming vegetables, fish, and more. It features secure-lock handles that fit under the Instant Pot lid during cooking and hook into the feet for easy storage. The basket has raised feet to protect food from boiling water and a flexible, pleated design to accommodate different cooker sizes. It is made from BPA-free silicone and is dishwasher-safe.

Instant Pot also offers silicone lids in various sizes, including 3-quart, 5-quart, 6-quart, and 8-quart options. These lids provide an airtight and leak-proof seal, keeping food fresh for longer. They are made from durable, heat-resistant silicone and are compatible with specific Instant Pot models.

Additionally, Instant Pot offers a Silicone Starter Set, which includes silicone mini mitts with a ribbed grip for stirring, lifting, and carrying, a silicone pad for serving, and a silicone suction lid for food storage. This set is also oven-safe up to 450 °F (230 °C) and dishwasher-safe.

Ramekins and mini dishes

Pyrex custard cups are a good option for ramekins. They have flat bottoms, so you can stack them on top of each other if needed. They can also be used to individually hold eggs if you follow the rule of separating them to avoid breaking.

When making custard or creme brulee in your Instant Pot, you will need to wrap the ramekins tightly with aluminum foil. You can then place them on a steamer rack or trivet inside your Instant Pot.

Springform pans

The Instant Pot Official Springform Pan is a popular choice, with a 7.5-inch diameter and a 3-inch height. It fits 6-quart and 8-quart cookers and has a double layer non-stick coating, so there is no need to flour the pan. It is hand-wash recommended.

The Instant Pot® 6 & 8-quart Silicone Springform Round Cake Pan is another option. It has a tempered glass bottom, allowing you to bake or chill, slice, and serve all on the same platter. It is also dishwasher-safe. This pan is compatible with all 6, 8, and 10-quart Instant Pot® Multi-Use Pressure Cookers and Air Fryer Lids.

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