This is probably the first thing I cooked in my Instant Pot. Still, there were so many “recipes” out there I wasn’t sure where to begin. After trying many of them… some successful and some… well, let’s just say I really like THIS method and leave it at that.
This method is often referred to as the “5-5-5” method. The eggs will cook for 5 minutes, rest for 5 minutes, and chill for 5 minutes. Hmmm. Sometimes I need to rest, then chill for 5 minutes! My mind is wandering. Back to the eggs!
One of these days I will fill my Instant Pot with eggs and see how it turns out, just to know what the maximum number of eggs will be.
I have cooked 18 successfully – so there. I usually cook 12-15 at a time.
Start by pouring 1 cup of water into the bottom of your Instant Pot. Then place the trivet on the bottom. Place the eggs on top of the trivet.
Now place the lid on top of the pot and lock. Make sure the vent is closed.
Press “Pressure Cook” and set the timer to 5 minutes. The “+” sign is above the “keep warm” button and the “-” sign is above the “pressure level” button. We are leaving this on high pressure so you don’t need to worry about pressure level. It will take a few seconds before you hear a beep and the screen changes to “On”.
It takes about 15 minutes to reach pressure, but once it does it will start counting the cook time. After it has cooked for 5 minutes, it will start counting the rest time. You will see this number with an “L” in front of it. You are allowing a “natural release” of pressure during this time. Allow the eggs to remain in the pot for 5 minutes. While the eggs are resting, prepare a bowl of ice water that is large enough to hold your eggs.
Open the vent to allow the remaining pressure to escape. I do this by tossing a dish towel over the top and using a spoon to move the vent to “venting”. I don’t like the “icky” stuff that often escapes with the steam and the towel prevents it from getting everywhere.
Now, open the lid and remove the eggs, placing them into the bowl of ice water. After 5 minutes, remove the eggs. You’ll be amazed at how easily they peel. You may never make hard-boiled eggs the “traditional” way again.