The Best Way to steam eggplant in the instant pot
Hey there! Here's the simplest way to steam eggplant in your Instant Pot:
- Cut your eggplant into 1-inch thick rounds
- Pour 1 cup of water into your Instant Pot
- Place the steamer rack (trivet) into the pot
- Put your eggplant pieces on the rack
- Close the lid and set valve to 'sealing'
- Press 'Pressure Cook' or 'Manual'
- Set timer for 3-4 minutes
- When done, do a quick release
That's it! Your eggplant should be perfectly steamed and tender. If you want it softer, you can add 1 minute to the cooking time.
Pro Tips:
- Don't stack eggplant pieces on top of each other
- Smaller pieces will cook faster
- You can season after cooking