Instant Pot IP-Duo-30 Duo Mini Review

The Instant Pot IP-Duo-30 Duo Mini is a compact 700W multi-cooker. It has a 3 litre capacity, making it ideal for individuals and couples. It has 11 smart programs for optimal results - Soup/Broth, Meat/Stew, Bean/Chilli, Slow Cook, Saute, Rice, Porridge, Steam, Yoghurt, Keep Warm and Pressure Cook. Once the program is set, the cooker can simply be left to get on with it, allowing you to concentrate on other tasks. The cooker's progress is displayed on an easy to read LCD.

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The Instant Pot Due Mini is a smart appliance. It features an advanced microprocessor that monitors various aspects, including the volume of food inside, the pressure, the temperature, and the current cooking time. It automatically adjusts to provide optimal and consistent results. We particularly like how it remembers the programs that you use most often.

About Instant Pot

Instant Pot are a brand of air fryers and smart multi-cookers, with their first product developed in 2009. Their products combine technology with passion for excellent cuisine.

Specification

The features are as follows:

• Capacity - The cooker is compact, with a 3 litre capacity which is suitable for 1 or 2 people.
• Smart - The cooker is smart. It contains a microprocessor that automatically adjusts the heat and cooking duration based on the volume of food being cooked, pressure, temperature and time.
• 11 Programs - The cooker has 11 pre-defined programs for various foods. They are Soup/Broth, Meat/Stew, Bean/Chilli, Slow Cook, Saute, Rice, Porridge, Steam, Yoghurt, Keep Warm and Pressure Cook.
• Memory Function - The cooker remembers your favourite settings, saving them for future use.
• Speed - The Instant Pot Duo Mini is fast. It pressure cooks chicken in 6-8 minutes, risotto in 6-8 minutes, fish fillet in 2-3 minutes and rice in 4 minutes.
• Set and Forget - During cooking, the appliance doesn't require any intervention. You can therefore seal the lid, set the cooking program and leave it until it's done.
• LCD Screen - Important information is displayed on the LCD screen. During cooking, you can see what stage the cooker is at.
• Easy Seal Lid - The lid easily seals. When finished, steam and pressure are released by a simple quick release button.
• Accessories - The cooker comes with a steam rack.

Video

There are videos of the Instant Pot Duo Series on amazon.co.uk.

Summary

In summary, the Instant Pot IP-Duo-30 Duo Mini is an excellent small multi-cooker. It has a smart design, with 11 pre-set programs and a powerful microprocessor that automatically adjusts the intensity of the cook based on various factors. The cooker features a memory function, an LCD screen and "set and forget" functionality. We rate the Instant Pot Duo Mini 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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