Pressure cooker, induction

1. Quick meal preparation
2. Food preparation
3. Higher nutritional value of prepared foods
4. Taste
5. Consistency

How does an induction-compatible pressure cooker work?

A pressure cooker, also called a steam cooker, differs from a conventional pot through cooking under pressure . All Vitaquick® Premium and Vitavit® Premium pressure cookers from Fissler are induction-compatible.

• A pressure cooker consists of a pot that is tightly sealed with the lid. The lid features a multi-stage Fissler safety system with patented technology. Parts of the secure lid include the Fissler cooking crown with traffic-light function (on the Vitavit® Premium) for convenient pressure regulation, the Euromatic cooking valve, the special sealing ring and the ergonomic Fissler safety handle with locking indicator. They ensure that the pot is securely and airtight sealed. This allows pressure to build up safely inside the pot so food can be cooked faster, more energy-efficiently, and more gently.*
• For a pot to be induction-compatible, its base must be magnetic. Only then can an electromagnetic field be generated, which is converted into heat in the pot base. The Fissler CookStar® base is optimized for induction hobs. The Superthermic® base is suitable for induction hobs.
• A minimum amount of liquid is always used for pressure cooking.
• When heated, steam is created, allowing oxygen, which is harmful to vitamins, to escape.
• Once the oxygen has escaped, the Euromatic cooking valve closes and pressure buildup begins. The cooking indicator shows the pressure in the pressure cooker.
• As soon as the first ring of the cooking indicator appears, the induction hob power can be reduced. The cooking time begins.
• At the end of the cooking time, the pressure cooker can be safely and easily vented using the steam-release function on the handle. The Vitavit® Premium can also be conveniently vented via the cooking crown.

In 1953, Fissler invented a multi-stage safety cooking valve and made the pressure cooker safe for private households for the first time. All Fissler pressure cookers feature safety valves and meet strict guidelines. Pressure inside the pot can only build up once the pot is properly closed. Fissler pressure cookers regulate themselves if the pressure inside becomes too high. The pressure cooker can only be opened when there is no more pressure inside.

* Based on cooking tests comparing cooking in a Fissler pressure cooker with cooking in a conventional pot. Results vary depending on food, quantity, hob type, and preparation method.

By heating the water to up to 116 °C, shorter cooking times are possible:

• Cooking level 1 is at approx. 110 °C (gentle cooking level),
• cooking level 2 is at approx. 113° C (fast cooking level)
• and cooking level 3 is at approx. 116 °C (express cooking level).

These cooking levels allow dishes with different heat sensitivities to be cooked to perfection in the induction-compatible pressure cooker.

The Vitavit® Premium also features a pressure-free cooking level for gentle steaming. On the Vitaquick®, one ring corresponds to the gentle cooking level and two rings to the express cooking level.

Which cooking level is suitable for what?

In general:

• The express cooking level (level 3) is roughly equivalent to ½ or 1/3 of the cooking time in a conventional pot and is ideal for meat or stews.*
• The Cooking time on level 2 is about 25 % longer than level 3 and is well suited to less sensitive vegetables.*
• The Cooking time on level 1 is about 50 % longer than level 3 and is well suited to delicate vegetables or fish.*

Since the amount, shape and consistency of the vegetables affect the cooking time, the cooking time information may vary.

* Based on cooking tests comparing cooking in a Fissler pressure cooker with cooking in a conventional pot. Results vary depending on the food, quantity, type of stove and cooking method.

The pot body and lid of induction-compatible pressure cookers are, with the exception of the attachments, dishwasher-safe. With the lid attachments, you should proceed as follows:

1. Remove the sealing ring, cooking crown, and lid handle.
2. Clean the parts by hand with a damp cloth.
3. To loosen the lid handle, turn the fastening screw on the inside counterclockwise.
4. To loosen the cooking crown, turn the bell-shaped nut on the inside counterclockwise.
5. After cleaning, reattach all fittings securely to the pot.
6. Make sure the cooking valve gasket sits in the designated groove and lies snugly against the cooking crown.
7. The sealing ring must also be reinserted into the designated groove in the rim of the lid.
8. Important: Wear parts (e.g. the sealing ring) must be replaced after 400 cooking cycles or 2 years.

The right pressure cooker for every need: Fissler pressure cookers for induction hobs are available in various sizes, suitable for different needs.Number of peoplesuitable.

• 2.5 liters: 1-2 people
• 3.5 liters: 2-3 people
• 4.5 liters: 2-3 people
• 6 liters: 3-4 people
• 8 liters: 4-5 people
• 10: over 5 people

The smallest pressure cooker, with a 2.5-liter capacity, is available as both the Vitavit® Premium and the Vitaquick® Premium. If you're looking for a 10-liter pressure cooker from Fissler, you'll automatically choose the Vitaquick®.