How to Cook Dry Beans in an Instant Pot

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: North American

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 30

Servings: servings

Calories: 153kcal

Author: Lord Byron's Kitchen

No more pre-soaking the beans before you start cooking! Take the guesswork out completely with this guide to How to Cook Dry Beans in an Instant Pot! Any dry bean will work the exact same way!!

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Ingredients

2 pounds dry beans, rinsed under cold running water
6 cups water
2 teaspoons salt, optional
1 teaspoon ground black pepper, optional

Instructions

Rinse the beans under cold running water in a colander. Drain well.
Place the beans and water into the instant pot. If seasoning, add salt and pepper too.
Place the lid on and lock into position. Ensure the steam release valve is closed.
Set to Pressure Cook at high pressure for 30 minutes.
When done, allow the pressure to release naturally for 20 minutes. Quick release the steam valve to get rid of any leftover pressure.
Remove the lid. Stir well.

Notes

Nutritional information accounts for added salt.

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