Ingredients
Here’s a simple list of ingredients to make perfectly cooked pressure cooker potatoes:
- Potatoes (2–3 lbs) – Choose Yukon Gold, Russet, or baby potatoes based on your recipe.
- Water (1 cup) – Essential for generating steam in the pressure cooker.
- Salt (1–2 tsp) – To season the cooking water and enhance flavor.
- Butter or Olive Oil (optional, 2 tbsp) – For added richness and flavor after cooking.
- Garlic Cloves (optional, 2–3) – For a hint of aromatic flavor during cooking.
- Fresh Herbs (optional, 1–2 tsp) – Rosemary, thyme, or parsley for garnish or infusion.
- Pepper (to taste) – To season once the potatoes are cooked.
These ingredients can be adjusted to suit your desired dish, whether you’re making mashed potatoes, roasted potatoes, or a flavorful potato salad!
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes:
- Wash the potatoes thoroughly to remove dirt.
- Peel them if desired or leave the skins on for extra texture and nutrients.
- Cut larger potatoes into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Set Up the Pressure Cooker:
- Pour 1 cup of water into the pressure cooker.
- Place a steamer basket or trivet inside to keep the potatoes above the water level.
- Add the Potatoes:
- Arrange the potatoes evenly in the steamer basket. Add a sprinkle of salt for seasoning.
- For extra flavor, toss in garlic cloves or a few sprigs of fresh herbs.
- Seal and Cook:
- Secure the pressure cooker lid and set the valve to the “sealing” position.
- Cook on high pressure for the appropriate time:
- 5–8 minutes for small or waxy potatoes (e.g., baby potatoes or fingerlings).
- 10–12 minutes for larger or starchy potatoes (e.g., Russets or Yukon Gold).
- Release Pressure:
- Perform a quick pressure release by carefully turning the valve to “venting.”
- Once the steam has fully escaped, open the lid.
- Check Doneness:
- Test the potatoes with a fork. They should be tender but not falling apart.
- If they’re slightly undercooked, seal the lid again and cook for 1–2 additional minutes.
- Season and Serve:
- For mashed potatoes: Add butter, cream, and seasoning, then mash until creamy.
- For roasted potatoes: Toss with olive oil, herbs, and spices, then roast in the oven.
- For salads or side dishes: Let the potatoes cool slightly before mixing with other ingredients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup of cooked potatoes
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 10 mg (without added salt; adjust based on seasoning)
- Fat: 0 g (without added butter or oil)
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg