RECIPE BOOKLET + MANUAL
PRESSURE
COOKER
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vibrant aromas and mouthwatering flavors Our line of
pressure cookers allow you to make your favorite dishes in
less time IMUSA believes in quality products that make it
easy for you to explore new cuisines We hope you enjoy the
recipes included and make memorable meals to share with
your family and friends
Enjoy and Buen Provecho!
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USING YOUR NEW PRESSURE COOKER
IMUSA Pressure cookers look like other kitchen pots except their lids are a bit more
elaborate The lid completely seals the pot and when the liquid inside boils it is trapped
inside the pot Having nowhere else to go steam builds up pressure This results in
higher cooking temperatures and shorter cooking times
The pressure of the trapped steam can be measured in pound of force per square inch
PSI You will often find this term for Pressure Cookers It refers to how many pounds
of pressure per square inch you will be cooking with The high pounds of pressure
produced by the pressure cooker cause for quicker cooking time of your meals IMUSA
Pressure Cooker exerts PSI
GET COOKING!
PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS & SAVE FOR FUTURE USE
S
p
eed up your
favorite rice
dish stews soups
and more!
Lid
Safety
Valve
Lid Lock
Safety Lock
Aluminum
Cooking Pot
Sealing
Ring
Vent Pipe
Pressure
Regulator Knob
IMUSA’s pressure cooker is perfect for today’s busy lifestyles
The benefits of owning a pressure cooker are the following
• Nutritional Boost: Pressure cooking retails more vitamins and minerals in your
food and also requires less cooking liquids!
• Saves Time: Food cooks up to % faster when compared to traditional stove top cooking
• Energy Efficient: Less cooking time reduces energy and heat in the kitchen
• Easy Clean Up: All the food is cooked in covered pot no messy splashes
or splatters to clean up
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
To reduce the risk of personal injury or property damage basic safety
precautions should always be followed
• Make sure to read and understand these instructions before using the pressure
cooker for the first time. Read all instructions and save these instructions for
future uses.
• Before using the pressure cooker for the first time wash the pot, the lid, the
rubber gasket and the valves.
• Always check the air vent/cover lock to be sure it moves freely before use.
• Always check the pressure release devices for clogging before use.
• Never use or place the pressure cooker in heated oven.
• Do not use pressure cooker for other than intended use.
• Close supervision is necessary when the pressure cooker is used near children.
• This product cooks under pressure. Improper use may result in scaling injury. Make
sure that unit is properly closed before operation.
• Overfilling may cause clogging in the safety vent.
• Do not fill the unit over ²₃ full. When cooking foods that expand during cooking such
as rice or dried vegetables, do not fill the cooker over ½ full. Doing so will cause the
cooker to develop excessive pressure.
• Do not open pressure cooker until the unit has cooled and all internal pressure
has been released. If the handles are difficult to push apart, this indicates that the
cooker is still pressurized. Do not force it open. Any pressure in the cooker can be
hazardous. See “Operating Instructions.”
• When the normal operating pressure is reached, turn the heat down so all the liquid
which creates the steam, does not evaporate.
• During the cooking process, it is normal to occasionally hear a hissing sound from
the unit when the air pressure increases inside the pot. This noise is produced by the
excess pressure escaping the pot.
• Extreme caution must be used when moving a pressure cooker containing
hot liquids. Do not touch hot surfaces. Always use a pot holder and carry it by
the handles.
• Do not use this pressure cooker for frying with oil.
• Never leave the lid loose on the top of the cooker to maintain heat since it may still
generate pressure.
• Do not make any modifications to the cover, the body or to the pieces of the products.
• Do not leave prepared food in the pot. It is not a storage device.
• Change the rubber gasket of the pot when it is deteriorated.
• Never use your pressure cooker without liquids; this could cause serious damage.
PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS & SAVE FOR FUTURE USE
• Use compatible heat sources
• After cooking meat which has an outer layer of skin (such as ox tongue), which could
swell due to the effects of pressure, do not pierce the skin after cooking if it appears
swollen: you could get burnt. Pierce it before cooking.
• When cooking food with a thick texture, the pressure cooker should be shaken
slightly before opening to ensure that the food does not spurt out.
• Leave the safety system alone, except for cleaning and maintenance in accordance
with instructions. In particular, never open the control panel.
• Use only appropriate IMUSA spare parts for your model.
• Not dishwasher safe.
GETTING STARTED
First Time Use
Before using the Pressure Cooker for the first time familiarize yourself with
all safety features and components
Wash all components Cooking Pot, Locking Lid, and Sealing Ring with warm
soapy water Rinse and dry thoroughly
Apply a small amount of cooking oil inside the toothed rim of the Locking Lid to
facilitate opening and closing of the pressure cooker
Insert the Sealing Ring inside the toothed rim of the Locking Lid Make sure
it is sealed property
Now you are ready to use the Pressure Cooker
Important Features
• The Lid: When used properly with the pot is what it makes it function as a pressure
cooker It has safety valves pressure regulator knob and vent pipe Before use
lightly coat the rim of the pot with cooking oil for easy lid movement
• Pressure Pin: Be sure that the pressure regulator is clear the antijam cover is clean
and the selflock valve works freely
• Sealing Ring: It ensures safety and keeps the pot hermetic It must be properly
placed inside the toothed rim of the locking lid and must be kept clean
• Lid Lock: A pin assembly place in the upper handle When locked properly the
pressure cooker is ready to be used
COOKING GUIDELINES
Always use cooking liquid in your recipes
DO NOT fill the pot over twothirds full of liquids or more than half full of solid foods
For best results food that requires longer cooking time needs to be cooked first
Then release pressure and open the pressure cooker Add the faster cooking
ingredients seal pressure cooker and continues cooking
Always keep and eye on heat level If too much pressure builds the pressure
regulator will rock rapidly and release too much steam Reducing heat will protect
the food from losing too much liquid and burning
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Read and follow instructions carefully for the best results
• Place food and liquid in the Pressure Cooker Pot. Liquid is always necessary for the
cooking process. The liquid is what is going to produce steam for the rapid cooking
time. Remember to not overfill pot and not use oil as liquid.
• Make sure the Pressure Control Valve and Regulator are clean before placing the lid.
•
Before use, lightly coat the rim of the pot with cooking oil for easy lid movement.
• Be sure that the pressure regulator is clear, the anti-jam cover is clean, and the self-
lock valve works freely.
• When closing the pressure cooker, turn the upper handle clockwise until both
handles are exactly aligned. It is important that the lid is secured tightly onto the pot
for correct cooking. Find the on the lid. It is to the left of the lid handle.
•
Move the lid so you can have the lid mark matching with the pot mark handle.
To close the lid correctly onto the pot, you need to proceed with the following steps.
•
Rotate the lid and the pot handle towards each other until they interlock with
each other. (Turn the lid handle clockwise). The pressure cooker should become
one unit, instead of a separate pot and lid. NOTE: Make sure the pressure cooker is
completely closed before placing on stove.
Join these marks
and interlock the
handles together.
Place
pressure
regulator
on vent.
•
Screw the pressure regulator on the vent until you feel it fits loosely. NOTE: It
should not touch the top of the pressure cooker cover. After the lid is in place, the
pot is ready to be heated. When steady vapor flows out of the air exhaust tube, put
the regulator on the exhaust tube. You can tell whether the exhaust tube (vent) is
jammed before reaching the pressure limit.
• Heat the pressure cooker on high until the regulator begins to release steam.
The regulator will also start to rock lightly.
• When the pressure cooker starts to release steam and the regulator starts rocking,
reduce the stove to a low heat setting and begin to count the cooking time according
to the recipe and the consistency of the food. The rocking motion will also be
accompanied by a hissing noise.
• If you lower the heat and the regulator continues to release strong pressure, keep
lowering the heat. IF you do not lower the heat and the regulator continues to rock,
excess steam will escape. This could cause too much liquid to evaporate, resulting in
scorched food and damaged pressure cooker.
• Turn off the burner when cooking time is reached. Use extreme caution when
handling, as the cooker and content are extremely hot. When cooking is complete,
remove the pressure cooker from the heat. You must not remove the lid until the
internal pressure is reduced by the cooking process.
• Reduce the pressure. For most recipes, use a fork to release the pressure by lifting the
pressure control valve. After making sure that the pressure is released and back in its
original position, turn the upper handle counter-clockwise to remove the lid.
Never attempt to force open the pressure cooker If the cooker lid is not able to slide
easily then leave the pressure cooker to cool a little longer
• Natural Release Method: Remove the pressure cooker from the stove and let the
cooker release the pressure on its own This method is the slowest but the gradual
drop of pressure causes the temperature to finish up the cooking process This is
essential if cooking beans and potatoes where you want the skin to stay intact The
time for this method to be completed will depend on the amount of food or liquid
that the pressure cooker has
• Cold water Release Method: This method will cause for the pressure to be released
faster Always pay attention to the recipe but this method is used to prevent tender
food to overcook To use this method you need to first remove the pressure cooker
from the burner Carefully take the pressure cooker to the sink and pour cold water
over it CAUTION Make sure that the water does not pour on the vent pipe!
Estimate cooking times on the low side because foods cook so rapidly in the pressure
cooker a few extra minutes and they can turn to mush If in doubt release the pressure
open and the pot and verify If it is under cooked you can always continue cooking
Allow the pressure cooker to cool before cleaning
CLEANING
Use a smooth sponge and soap rinse wash and dry the pressure cooker
We recommend washing all pressure cooker parts by hand with plenty of water and soap
Before washing the lid and its parts take off the pressure control valve and remove
any food or debris that is still there This can be verified by holding the lid up to the
light and looking through the vent pipe and ensuring the light is visible
Remove the rubber gasket and clean with hot water after each use Then dry it
completely and place around the inner side of the cover You can tell when it is time
for a new gasket if there is leakage between the lid and the pot The leakage is caused
by the shrinkage of the silicone gasket For the best results using your pressure
cooker replace the gasket every months depending on usageYou can
purchase an IMUSA rubber gasket at national retail stores and other authorized retail
outlets You can also purchase online on amazoncom
Store the pressure cooker in a dry place with the lid upside down This will prevent
unpleasant odors from forming Also if moisture is present it can create a seal that
makes the cooker difficult to open
Use IMUSA replacement parts The use of other brand parts may cause damage to
the pressure cooker resulting the loss of IMUSA’s limited lifetime warranty
TIPS
If there is no steam coming out of the valve
There is not a sufficient amount of liquid in the pot Verify and add the amount of
liquid advised
The rubber gasket may need to be cleaned or replaced Wash the gasket and check
if steam begins to come out If the steam continues to not come out by the valve
it will need to be replaced
The heat is not high enough
COOKING TIMETABLES
General suggested cooking times
Rice
Grains Cup
WILD RICE
BROWN RICE
LONGGRAIN RICE
BASMATI RICE
Water
CUPS
¹₂ CUPS
¹₂ CUPS
¹₂ CUPS
Cooking Time
MINUTES
MINUTES
MINUTES
MINUTES
These are approximate
cooking times. If beans are
not ready, continue cooking.
Always pay attention to
recipe instructions for
accurate cooking times.
Beans & Rice
BLACK BEANS
BLACKEYED PEAS
RED BEANS
PINTO BEANS
KIDNEY BEANS
CHICKPEAS
LENTILS BROWN AND GREEN
NAVY BEANS
Cooking Time
MINUTES
MINUTES
MINUTES
MINUTES
MINUTES
MINUTES
MINUTES
MINUTES
Meat & Poultry
Rice is a staple food for many people and cultures It is the carbohydrate component
of many diets By learning how to cook rice in the pressure cooker you will count on a
perfect side of main dish everyday!
DO NOT fill the pressure cooker over half full Rice tends to expand during cooking
process and may cause the vent pipe to be obstructed
Meat Cut
CHICKEN IN PIECES LBS
CHICKEN WHOLE LBS
LAMB LEG
PORK HAM PIECES
BEEF/VEAL ROAST OR BRISKET
MEATBALLS
CURED BEEF
PORK ROAST
PORK RIBS
Cooking Time
MINUTES
MINUTES
MINUTES
MINUTES
MINUTES
MINUTES
MINUTES
MINUTES
MINUTES
Beans
Cooking beans is the pressure cooker is an ideal way of saving time and energy Dry
beans can take as much as a couple of hours to cook Using a pressure cooker can
reduce this time to minutes as well as retaining all the healthy vitamins and minerals
All beans should be soaked for to hours and drained before cooking
Tablespoons olive oil
Small white onion finely sliced
Garlic cloves minced
³⁄₄ Pound Spanish chorizo sausage
diced
Pound ham steak cut into inch
cubes
¹⁄₂ Pound lacón or ham hocks optional
Pounds fabas or canellini beans
rinsed soaked overnight and
drained
Teaspoons paprika
Saffron threads
ounce boxes or cans of low
sodium chicken broth
1. In a IMUSA PRESSURE COOKER heat
the olive oil over medium heat Add the
onion and garlic and sauté for minutes
until the onions are translucent Add the
chorizo ham and lacón and stir well Cook
for minutes Add the beans and low
sodium stock place pressure cooker lid
and bring temperature up to medium high
Cook in pressure cooker for minutes
Remove pot from heat and allow pressure
valve to drop This should take about
minutes Taste the soup and adjust the
seasonings if necessary Garnish with
parsley and a drizzle of olive oil
MAKES SERVINGS
RECIPES
Austurian Bean Stew
BY ANA QUINCOCES
Tablespoons olive oil
Medium onion chopped
Medium carrots chopped
Green pepper chopped
Cups brown lentils about ³⁄₄ lbs
Cups chicken stock
ounce can of diced tomatoes
Chorizo links about oz Cut into
¹⁄₂ inch pieces
Garlic cloves
Bay leaf
1. Over mediumhigh heat add oil to your
IMUSA PRESSURE COOKER and sauté onions
carrots and green pepper for minutes
2. Add the rest of the ingredients to
pressure cooker mix once cover and
bring to high heat
3. When the orange pressure regulator
pops up lower heat to medium and let
cook under pressure for minutes Turn
off the heat and using a wooden spatula
gently press on the pressure control valve
on the center of the lid to allow all of
the pressure to escape until the orange
pressure regulator goes back down
4. Open lid and let rest for minutes
before serving
MAKES TO SERVINGS
Chorizo And Lentil Stew
BY GEORGE DURAN
Lentil Soup in 8 Minutes, Wow!
Rotisserie chicken
Tablespoons olive oil
Medium onion chopped
Garlic cloves chopped
Yellow or orange bell pepper
chopped
Teaspoons dried oregano
Teaspoon cumin
Packets sazón with saffron
¹⁄₄ Teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Bay leaf
Tablespoons red wine vinegar
ounce can diced tomatoes
Cup water
Bunch cilantro chopped
1. Remove skin from rotisserie chicken
pull apart meat and set aside
2. Heat oil in your IMUSA PRESSURE
COOKER on mediumhigh heat and sauté
onions garlic and peppers until soft
minutes Add chicken and the rest of the
ingredients except for the cilantro
3. Mix and shut lid on the pressure cooker
and bring to high heat When the orange
pressure regulator pops up lower heat to
medium and allow to cook under pressure
for minutes
4. Turn off the heat and using a wooden
spatula gently press on the pressure
control valve on the center of the lid to
allow all of the pressure to escape until the
orange pressure regulator goes back down
Open lid and let rest for minutes Serve
with rice and chopped cilantro
MAKES to SERVINGS
Shredded Chicken “Ropa Nueva”
BY GEORGE DURAN
Meals in the pressure cooker
taste like they have been
cooking & simmering all day long!
tablespoons olive oil
½ Large onion chopped
Cups butternut squash diced
about oz
½ Cup white wine
½ Cups vegetable stock
Cup arborio rice or short grain rice
Sage leaves chopped
Cup parmesan cheese grated
1. Using the IMUSA PRESSURE COOKER
soften onions with olive oil under high
heat for about one minute Add butternut
squash and continue cooking for another
minute
2. Mix in rice and cook for one minute
Pour wine and allow most of the liquid to
evaporate while mixing about minutes
3. Add the vegetable stock and sage
leaves and mix gently Allow it to come to
a boil and cover the lid Once the IMUSA
pressure cooker builds enough pressure
the orange pressure regulator tab pops
up lower the heat to medium and cook
for seven minutes
4. Turn off the heat and using a wooden
spatula gently press on the pressure
control valve on the center of the lid to
allow all of the pressure to escape until the
orange pressure regulator goes back down
5. Open the lid and add parmesan cheese
and mix well Allow to rest for minutes
before serving
MAKES to SERVINGS
Butternut Squash Risotto
BY GEORGE DURAN
Impress your guests and family with
Italian-Style Risotto in record time!
Cups chicken stock
Cups elbow macaroni
Cup heavy cream
oz can diced tomatoes
Teaspoon dried oregano
Teaspoon salt
Teaspoon black pepper
½ Cup milk
½ Cups cheddar cheese shredded
½ Cups Mozzarella cheese shredded
1. In an IMUSA PRESSURE COOKER add
first ingredients and mix Bring to a boil
and place cover on pressure cooker
2. Once the orange tab pops up bring
down heat to medium high and allow to
cook under pressure for minutes
3. Turn off heat and release excess
pressure by pressing on the release valve
with a wooden spatula Once the orange
tab goes back down open pressure cooker
and mix in milk and both cheeses
If needed salt to taste then serve
MAKES to SERVINGS
Pressure Cooker Tomato Mac n Cheese
BY GEORGE DURAN
This will be a week-night favorite for
the whole family, cheesy & delicious!
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