Amazon Basics Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker, 4 Litre, Silver

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Say goodbye to hours of cooking time with our famous Prestige Pressure Cookers, helping you to save energy and cut costs on bills. If we’ve piqued your interest in a stovetop pressure cooker but you’re looking for something a little more high-end than the Tower 4L Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker, then take a look at this gem from Lagostina. Uses a visual indicator valve which raises to let you know once the pressure setting has been reached We’ve seen consistent, excellent results from cooking with Pressure Cookers, and we know that you will too. If you're feeling inspired to try a new method or two, why not browse our comprehensive range below?

LET US TAKE THE PRESSURE OUT OF COOKING - The best pressure cooker should be built to last - which is why we offer a lifetime guarantee. It depends on what you're looking for - in terms of budget options you can't beat the Tower 4L Pressure Cooker, but for something a bit more stylish the Lagostina Mia Pressure Cooker is a solid, reliable option. In terms of large-scale cooking, opt for the Kuhn Rikon Pressure Cooker. How we chose our recommendationsWe love these top-of-the-range stovetop pressure cookers from Swiss brand, Kuhn Rikon, available in a four- and eight-litre capacity. I love my Instant Pot. I love that you can start a ragu by sautéing the soffritto then adding the meat and then the tomatoes before pressure cooking it. No other pots and pans needed unlike a traditional slow cooker. One pot wonders are a staple in our house!!"(Recommended by Mumsnet user LadyCampanulaTottington) I have a Kuhn Rikon stovetop pressure cooker and it would be instantly replaced if anything happened to it. Brilliant for soups and cooking pulses - I do a big batch of beans and freeze them. It’s a zillion times better than a slow cooker and makes amazing macaroni cheese."(Recommended by Mumsnetter MoltoAgitato) Our verdict This multicooker from Cuisinart goes up to 15 psi and won top scores in our slow cooker test, making the most tender beef stew out of all other multi-cookers. Experts loved how simple it was to use — the large LCD screen makes it easy to read each function and the clearly labeled buttons are lit making everything easy to see. The timer allows you to see exactly how much more cooking time remains before completion and once finished, a new stopwatch will start showing the time that the food has remained in the cooker. When coming to pressure, progress bars appear on the screen to let you know what stage the machine has reached. The same will happen when it is releasing pressure — bars will lessen until all pressure is released. Stovetop pressure cookers are usually made from stainless steel. They tend to work at a higher pressure than electric ones, so they may require a little more liquid to be added. Because they have higher pressure, they are faster than electric cookers and, because of their design, they can make more of a noise and may appear to rattle as they reach their peak.

Beginners and home chefs will likely find electric pressure cookers to be more user-friendly since they more closely resemble slow cookers. Though bulky, the countertop appliances are generally pretty intuitive with easy-to-use controls, convenient pre-sets and clear LCD screens. Some even function as multi-cookers, doing everything from browning to slow cooking — some even air fry with a specialized lid. When using a pressure cooker, safety is of the utmost concern — remember, a pressure cooker works due to pent-up steam, which can pose a safety hazard if handled improperly. Always consult and familiarize yourself with the owner’s manual of your particular model before cooking. Because we know that there’s nothing like a real recommendation from a real parent, we first headed to the Mumsnet forums to find out which pressure cookers discerning Mumsnet users had bought for themselves. INDUCTION SUITABLE - Unlike the aluminium versions, our stainless steel pressure cooker is suitable for ALL hob types, including induction. Cooking hearty and healthy dinners requires little time or energy with the Tower Express 6L pressure cooker. Using the pressure cooker, your food retains more of its nutrients, vitamins and minerals when compared to standard cooking methods, producing significantly healthier meals for the family to enjoy. It uses a bonded steel base to provide rapid results while ensuring heat is distributed evenly to cook vegetables full of flavour and meat which maintains its tender, succulent texture. The energy-efficient appliance cooks food up to 70% faster than conventional cooking techniques to save time and reduce running costs.

8. Best pressure cooker set: Kuhn Rikon Pressure Cooker Set

Tower is an iconic British brand boasting over 100 years of quality in manufacturing and design excellence. Tower is the UK’s fastest growing SDA & Housewares brand loved by millions of households CHOICE OF SIZE - Available in 4 litre capacity, great for couples or individual servings, or the larger 6 litre capacity, which is the perfect size for families, providing up to 8-10 servings. I've got a Lagostina stovetop pressure cooker. Very easy to use and good safety features.” (Recommended by Mumsnet user HardasSnails) Our verdict A pressure cooker is a small electric or stovetop cooker which is used to speed up cooking times. It uses high pressure steam to force liquid into the food you’re preparing, meaning it cooks in far less time than by conventional cooking methods. Because of this, your food also retains its nutrients well, making a pressure cooker a healthier option for most families. Is it better to slow cook or pressure cook? Electric vs. stovetop: There are two overarching types of pressure cookers: electric and stovetop. Stovetop models are more traditional, but they’re manual and typically require more attention from the user. They need occasional heat adjustments to maintain the right temperature and pressure. Some pros opt for them because they can get a good sear on meats, reach high pressure levels and be used as a regular cooking pot.

One-Touch Ultima Pressure Cooker with Detachable 60-Minute Timer Brown, boil, steam, braise, stew and roast a range of delicious dishes with Tower’s Ultima Pressure Cooker If you grew up in the seventies or eighties then chances are you have slightly terrifying memories of a pressure cooker ominously rattling away on the stove, making all manner of strange noises. With six preset settings - including pressure cooking, slow cooking, searing and sautéing - and dual sensors that keep an eye on your ingredients, adjusting temperature and pressure to suit, this multi-cooker is a little more expensive than the average pressure cooker, but more than makes up for the price tag thanks to its huge versatility and space-saving qualities. The fact that you can just set it off and leave it is, IMO, the best thing about it and a total gift to parents. I don't do anything adventurous with mine, just one pot meals, or cooking up rice, polenta etc. Wouldn't want to be without it now though."(Tried and tested by Mumsnet user BessAndCress)

3. Best compact pressure cooker: Drew & Cole Pressure King Pro Electric Pressure Cooker

Decide whether you want an electric or stovetop pressure cooker. The main difference between an electric and stovetop pressure cooker is the power source. An electric pressure cooker is powered from the mains to create the necessary steam, whereas a stovetop cooker sits on your hob and heats up like a normal pan. We got ours in October and it has been fantastic. We cook a lot of Pakistani food in there, wholemeal rice is super fluffy and light, beans/lentils very easy to cook. I like the fact it’s not just a pressure cooker. (Tried and tested by Mumsnetter TakeMe2Insanity) Our verdict I have a 6-litre Kuhn Rikon duromatic stovetop pressure cooker - not the cheapest, but it’s excellent. Very energy efficient and durable, and the perfect size for a family meal with plenty leftover." (Tried and tested by Mumsnet user burblish)