Instant Pot DUO MINI 3L electric pressure cooker 🍲

This 3-litre Instant Pot DUO MINI electric pressure cooker brings seven cooking functions into a compact countertop unit, helping prepare meals faster while saving space. It combines pressure cooking, slow cooking, rice cooking, sautéing, yoghurt making, steaming and food warming to suit weeknight dinners or small-batch batch cooking, and it is finished in black and silver for a neat look.

Key Points

The DUO MINI aims to deliver consistent results by adjusting pressure, temperature and time automatically according to the selected programme. According to the manufacturer, it cooks up to 70% faster than certain traditional methods, which can shorten meal preparation on busy days. Its compact 3 L capacity fits kitchens with limited surface area and is suitable for cooking portions for one or two people. The cooker includes simple LED indicators that show the stage of the cooking cycle and a quick-release steam button that allows safe and easy depressurising, helping to reduce waiting time and simplify cleaning. 🍲

Technical Specifications

• Name: Instant DUO MINI 3L

• Capacity: 3 L
• Functions: Pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, sauté pan, yoghurt maker, steamer, food warmer
• Safety features: Quick-release steam button, locking lid mechanism
• Finish: Black and silver

Benefits

Preset programmes for soup, stock, meat, stew, beans and chilli, slow cook, sauté, rice, porridge, steam, yoghurt and keep warm reduce the need for manual adjustments. The memory of frequently used settings allows the unit to replicate results more easily, which is useful when you want to repeat a favourite recipe. The sauté function lets you brown ingredients before pressure cooking in the same pot, which saves washing up and keeps flavours concentrated. 🥘

Usage Recommendations

Use the 3 L model for side dishes, small main courses or batch-prepping portions for the week. When using pressure functions, follow the liquid minimums indicated in the manual to ensure consistent pressure build-up and avoid burning. Consider that the compact size means larger family meals will require multiple batches, and that delicate recipes such as some dairy-based sauces may need careful monitoring when using rapid depressurisation. Also, allow the cooker to cool between intensive uses to preserve seals and internal components.