Pressure cookers are a kitchen essential, making cooking faster and more efficient. If you're looking for the perfect way to prepare a variety of meals, this guide provides detailed instructions for common dishes. Let's dive into the specifics of water measurements and pressure settings to achieve delicious results every time.
🍚 Rice
- Water Measurement: Use double the amount of water for the measured rice (e.g., 1 cup rice = 2 cups water).
- Pressure Settings:
- Low flame: 2 whistles
- High flame: 3–4 whistles
🥔 Potatoes
- Water Measurement: Add enough water to immerse the potatoes halfway or fully. Avoid too much water to prevent a bland taste.
- Pressure Settings:
- Low flame: 2 whistles
- High flame: 3–4 whistles
🍲 Beef
- Water Measurement:
- For tenderizing: Cook without water first, then cook thoroughly.
- For pre-cooked beef: Add a small amount of water.
- Pressure Settings:
- Low flame: 3–4 whistles
- High flame: 6–7 whistles
🌰 Chickpeas
- Water Measurement: Cover chickpeas with water after soaking for 6–7 hours.
- Pressure Settings:
- Low flame: 2–3 whistles
- High flame: 3–4 whistles
🥘 Khichuri (Rice & Lentils)
- Water Measurement: Use double the amount of water for the combined rice and lentils. For softer khichuri, add more water.
- Pressure Settings:
- Low flame: 2 whistles
- High flame: 3–4 whistles
🍚 Pulao
- Water Measurement: For 1 cup rice, use double the water. For larger amounts, use slightly less than double (e.g., for 2 cups rice, use 1.5 cups water).
- Pressure Settings:
- Low flame: 1 whistle
- High flame: 2 whistles
🍗 Country Chicken
- Water Measurement: Cook with a little water after browning.
- Pressure Settings:
- Low flame: 2 whistles
- High flame: 3–4 whistles
🐓 Broiler Chicken
- Water Measurement: Add a small amount of water after browning.
- Pressure Settings:
- Low flame: 2 whistles
- High flame: 3–4 whistles
🥗 Vegetables
- Water Measurement: Minimal water is enough after sautéing.
- Pressure Settings:
- Low flame: 1 whistle
- High flame: 2 whistles
🫕 Nihari
- Water Measurement: Add three times the water of the ingredients.
- Pressure Settings: Cook on medium to low flame for 40 minutes, regardless of the number of whistles.
🍲 Bottle Gourd with Lentils
- Water Measurement: Water isn’t necessary, but a small amount can be added if preferred.
- Pressure Settings: 2 whistles
🫕 Thin Lentils
- Water Measurement: Use double the amount of water for the lentils. Soak for 15 minutes before cooking for better results.
- Pressure Settings:
- Low flame: 2 whistles
- High flame: 3–4 whistles
🦆 Duck Meat
- Water Measurement: Add a small amount of water after browning.
- Pressure Settings:
- Low flame: 2 whistles
- High flame: 3–4 whistles
🐟 Fish
- Water Measurement: Add minimal water after browning.
- Pressure Settings: 1 whistle
🥘 Thick Lentils (Mung Dal)
- Water Measurement: Add a little water after browning.
- Pressure Settings: 1 whistle
🍱 Chicken Biryani
- Water Measurement: Use double the water for 1 cup of rice. For more rice, use slightly less than double (e.g., for 2 cups rice, use 1.5 cups water).
- Pressure Settings:
- Low flame: 1 whistle
- High flame: 2 whistles
🥣 Chotpoti (Spiced Lentils & Chickpeas)
- Water Measurement: Use double the water. Soak chickpeas for 6–7 hours beforehand.
- Pressure Settings:
- For soft chickpeas: 3–4 whistles
- For firmer chickpeas: 2 whistles
🍲 Mutton Biryani
- Water Measurement: Same as Chicken Biryani (double the water for 1 cup rice or slightly less for larger quantities).
- Pressure Settings:
- Low flame: 1 whistle
- High flame: 2 whistles
Final Notes
- Always ensure your pressure cooker is in good condition with a secure lid.
- Adjust the water and cooking times based on personal preferences and the specific dish.
Master these recipes, and you'll have an easy, delicious meal on the table in no time! Share your pressure cooker success stories in the comments below!
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