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Recipes by Neelam Pokhrel
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Thank you for entrusting your time and money on Instant Vegan Cookbook. We have covered our absolute favorite pressure cooker recipes in here.
Like you, we hate purchasing a cookbook that asks for a weird list of ingredients that aren't readily available. So considerable attention has been given to make sure the ingredients are easily accessible in your local grocery or online.
You might wonder why there isn't a beginner's 'manual' to operate your electric pressure cooker. It is because our instructions/directions are super detailed and simple to grasp and follow.
If you've just purchased your first electric pressure cooker (Instant Pot), you're in good hands.
Let's make some delicious food!
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Minty Farro Salad
Mint and lemon really complement the chilies heat in this recipe.
If you don't like it hot, simply seed the chilies before dressing.
Preparation Time: 5 minutes |
Pressure Time: 15 minutes |
Pressure Level: High |
Pressure Vent Release: Natural |
Servings: 4 |
Ingredients
Farro
1 teaspoon olive oil |
4 garlic cloves, chopped |
1 cup farro (whole grain), washed and drained |
2 cups vegetable stock (or water) |
1 bay leaf |
Dressing & Toppings
4 garlic cloves |
cup fresh mint |
cup fresh cilantro |
1 jalapeo |
1 hot chili (cayenne / serrano) |
2 stalks green onion, chopped |
tablespoon lemon zest |
2 tablespoons lemon juice |
teaspoon salt |
teaspoon pepper |
2 tablespoons water |
7 oz. (200 gm.) cherry tomatoes, halved |
cup steamed corn |
Instructions
To prepare farro,
1) Press SAUTE to heat your electric pressure cooker. Once it's hot, add oil + chopped garlic and saut for 30 seconds or until the garlics turn golden. |
2) Add the farro + vegetable stock (or water) + bay leaf. |
3) Secure the lid and turn the pressure knob to SEALING. |
4) Press MANUAL (or "PRESSURE COOK" in newer models) and set the timer to 13 MINUTES on HIGH PRESSURE. |
5) When the timer beeps, press CANCEL and let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes. Then turn the pressure knob to VENTING and manually release any remaining pressure. |
6) Remove the lid, discard the bay leaf + excessive liquid (if any), and transfer the cooked farro to a serving bowl(s). |
To prepare dressing,
1) Add the garlic, fresh mint, cilantro leaves, chilies, green onions, lemon juice + zest, salt, pepper and 2 tablespoons water in a blender and blend until smooth. |
2) Pour this dressing over cooked farro and mix well using forks. Add the halved cherry tomatoes, steamed corn, and diced avocado (optional) on top and serve. |
Nutrition Facts (per Serving)
Calories 296 |
Fat 10.6 g |
Carb 57.9 g |
Protein 9 g |
Fiber 10.6 g |
Kamut Salad with Arugula
This recipe works well with any other hearty grains like rye, wheat berries, spelt, or even whole oat groats. I used ripe heirloom tomatoes which has this smoky and wine-like taste to it.
Preparation Time: 5 minutes |
Pressure Time: 13 minutes |
Pressure Level: High |
Pressure Vent Release: Natural |
Servings: 2 |
Ingredients
1 teaspoon olive oil |
1 large onion, chopped |
4 garlic cloves, chopped |
cup sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped |
1 cup kamut, washed and drained |
2 cups vegetable stock (or water) |
1.5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar |
2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley |
cup chopped tomatoes |
cup arugula |
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste |
Directions
1) Press SAUTE to heat your electric pressure cooker. Add olive oil. Once its hot, add half of the chopped onion and half of the chopped garlic. Stir and saute for 40-60 seconds or the onions turn golden. |
2) Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes, kamut, vegetable stock (or water), salt and pepper. Give it a quick stir. |
3) Secure the lid and turn the pressure knob to SEALING. |
4) Press MANUAL (or PRESSURE COOK in newer models) and set the timer to 13 MINUTES on HIGH PRESSURE. |
5) When the timer beeps, press CANCEL and allow the pressure to release naturally for 8-10 minutes. Then turn the pressure knob to VENTING and manually release the remaining pressure. |
6) Remove the lid and transfer the cooked kamut to a serving bowl(s). |
7) Add the remaining minced garlic + onion + vinegar + chopped parsley + tomatoes on top and toss. Serve with arugula. |
Nutrition Facts (per Serving)
Calories 293 |
Fat 3.4 g |
Carb 60.6 g |
Protein 10.7 g |
Fiber 11.1 g |
Ginger Barley Salad
Despite the long list of ingredients, this gingery recipe is really easy to make. Really filling too!
Preparation Time: 5 minutes |
Pressure Time: 1 minute + 13 minutes |
Pressure Level: High |
Pressure Vent Release: Quick + Natural |
Servings: 2-3 |
Ingredients
cup green beans, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm.) pieces |
1 cup broccoli florets, sliced |
cup water |
1.5 cups vegetable stock (or water) |
1 cup whole (or hulled) barley, washed and drained |
1.5 tablespoons tamari (or soy sauce) |
tablespoon balsamic vinegar |
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil |
tablespoon grated ginger |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
cup finely diced carrots |
cup cucumber, diced |
cup chopped green onions |
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