Magefesa Vital Pressure Cooker, 9 L

Pressure cookers

Pressure cookers are pots with a sealed lid and a valve that regulates the pressure inside the pot. When liquid is heated in a sealed pot, steam builds up, increasing the pressure. High pressure significantly increases the boiling point of water, resulting in faster and tenderer food. Pressure cookers were invented in 1600 by the Frenchman Denis Papin, who wanted to apply new physics discoveries about pressure and steam to cooking. He named his pressure cooker "Digester," but it took a long time until, with improved manufacturing standards and technologies, these pots became safe. Pressure cookers are an excellent way to conveniently and quickly prepare delicious meals. Unlike conventionally cooked food, the flavors created in these types of pots are exceptionally deep and rich. Almost anything can be cooked in it – rice boils in just a few minutes, and tougher products like beans or chickpeas in less than an hour. These pots are especially suitable for food that needs to be tenderized, such as braised meat or roasts. Worldwide, the pressure cooker is most often used for cooking legumes, stews, or vegetables. It is a very efficient choice, using much less energy than many other appliances because it cooks quickly, utilizing the power of steam pressure.