Instant Pot® Duo Crisp with Ultimate Lid Review: The Ultimate Kitchen Appliance?
Introduction
The Instant Pot® Duo Crisp with Ultimate Lid is the latest and greatest addition to the popular Instant Pot® line of multi-cookers. This versatile appliance combines the functionality of a pressure cooker, air fryer, slow cooker, rice cooker, steamer, sauté pan, and yogurt maker all in one. With the addition of the Ultimate Lid, the Duo Crisp can also be used as an air fryer oven, giving you even more cooking options.
Design and Features
The Instant Pot® Duo Crisp with Ultimate Lid is a large appliance, measuring 14.4 inches wide, 13.7 inches deep, and 14.2 inches high. It has a 6-quart stainless steel cooking pot, which is large enough to feed a family of four or more. The pot is dishwasher-safe, making cleanup a breeze.
The Duo Crisp has a user-friendly control panel with a large LCD display. The panel is easy to navigate, and the buttons are clearly labeled. The appliance comes with 11 built-in cooking programs, including pressure cook, air fry, slow cook, rice cook, steam, sauté, and yogurt.
The Ultimate Lid is what sets the Duo Crisp apart from other Instant Pot® models. This lid can be used to air fry, bake, roast, and broil food. It has a built-in heating element and a fan that circulates the hot air, resulting in evenly cooked food.
Performance
We tested the Instant Pot® Duo Crisp with Ultimate Lid to see how well it performed as a pressure cooker, air fryer, and air fryer oven.
As a pressure cooker, the Duo Crisp cooked food quickly and evenly. We were able to cook a whole chicken in just 30 minutes, and the chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender.
As an air fryer, the Duo Crisp produced crispy and golden-brown food. We made french fries, chicken wings, and onion rings, and they all turned out perfectly.
As an air fryer oven, the Duo Crisp was able to cook a variety of foods, including pizza, roasted vegetables, and baked goods. We were impressed with how evenly the food cooked, and we were able to get a nice golden-brown crust on everything we made.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
* Versatile appliance that can cook a variety of foods
* User-friendly control panel
* Large cooking pot
* Dishwasher-safe cooking pot
* Comes with 11 built-in cooking programs
* Ultimate Lid allows you to air fry, bake, roast, and broil food
Cons:
* Large appliance that may not fit on all countertops
* Can be expensive
Conclusion
The Instant Pot® Duo Crisp with Ultimate Lid is a versatile and powerful kitchen appliance that can make cooking a breeze. It's a great choice for families who want to eat healthy and delicious meals at home. The Ultimate Lid adds even more functionality to the Duo Crisp, making it the perfect appliance for anyone who loves to cook.