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Your cart is empty.Kuhn Rikon has revolutionized pressure cooking by inventing the automatic lid-locking system and the spring-loaded stationary safety valve. The only thing that hasn't changed is the principle by sealing ingredients and liquids in, foods cook in a very short time retaining flavor and vitamins and conserving energy
Chill0ut1
Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2024
Purchased in 2019…got about 1 year’s worth of usage out of this pressure cooker, and for the last few months the metal panel on the bottom of the pressure cooker is coming loose. I don’t think it’s even safe to use as a pressure cooker, so only been using it as an unpressurized cooking pot. I wonder how much Kuhn Rikon stands behind this product, and if they will replace?
ALEXIS
Reviewed in Germany on September 12, 2021
I bought this mainly for canning and pickling and it works perfectly. I'm thinking I would like vegetable baskets to make more flexible use of tge pressure cooker.
JOAQUIN VICENTE CRUZ
Reviewed in Spain on October 30, 2017
Si lo que buscais es una cocina rápida, sana y equilibrada....no lo dudéis, después de un mes utilizándola, no hay palabras para describir el funcionamiento tan rápido y sobre todo, que es lo que buscaba con respecto a las ollas express antiguas es ....su seguridad.Realizar un cocido en 15 minutos y que salga igual de tierno que en 1 hora de la olla de antes, esto es un ahorro de tiempo, dinero y energía.Yo soy partidario de la cocina lenta de nuestras abuelas, pero en los tiempos que vivimos esto es incompatible y este modo de cocinar lo apoyan nutricionistas y cocineros profesionales, en resumen que más pedir.....Lo recomiendo sin pensar. Cada euro invertido en ella merece la pena.
N. Baaten
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2016
Summary of reasons to like this pot:1. Regardless of its being a pressure cooker, the pot itself is high quality;2. It is easy to clean;3. It is easy to use;4. It can make cooking go faster; and5. It forces flavor into meats and beans better.1. I was surprised by the quality of the actual pot itself. I cook real food almost every day and have a nice pot set. The aluminum sandwich bottom for this pot is better than any I've tried before. When you're browning meats to enhance flavor and taking them off to brown onions and garlic, it is not uncommon to have scorched spots in the bottom of your pan because of where the flame hits it. The heating on this pan is so even, that the browning effect (where so much flavor is!) is even as well.2. Because the browning is even, it's easier to clean, plus there are not too many parts to remove and clean.3. Although it works a little differently than some pressure cookers, bringing items up to temperature first and then putting the lid on is easy. Wait for the first or second red line to appear (as directed in the accompanying cook book), and turn down the flame to very low. You'll get the hang of it quickly.4. Cooking real food takes time. Chopping onions, vegetables, meat, etc. is a chore and there's way around this fact. Browning in the pan adds flavor, but also prep. time. Where a good pressure cooker can help you is to reduce the time needed to simmer and enhance flavors. Because so little steam escapes from this unit, all the flavors are forced together and intensified. Example: I have a bean recipe I got from a friend I've made regularly since 1998. It's simple, flavorful, has few ingredients, and everyone loves it. I make extra so that I can render the fat out of chorizo to make refried beans, which my kids love even more. If you did not soak the beans the night before, you have to boil them hard for 1 hour, pour the water out, rinse the beans, put them back in, add the other ingredients, and wait 1-1/2 to 2 hours. If you want beans tonight, you need to know in advance and start early. BUT, with this pan you can "pre-soak" in 10 minutes time and have the beans ready, from start to finish, in under 1/2 an hour. Stews, soups, broths all go ridiculously quickly and easily. Even when preparing ingredients to add to a casserole, using this pot makes the entire process shorter.5. I'll admit, I really don't understand why, but somehow using this pot intensifies flavors. The first time I made the bean recipe I referenced above, both of my kids (14 & 16) like them better--and so did I. Same ingredients, same amount of water (I could have used a lot less), better result. That's been the case for just about every trusted recipe I've cooked in this thing. But in less time.Yep. This item's a little spendy. It's worth it.
R
Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2016
Loving my new pressure cooker. My mom used them but like so many other reviewers I was afraid to try it myself because of all the cautions I was given in childhood. The new technology, however, makes pressure cooking a snap. Was anxious the first time but it turned out to truly not be a big deal at all. Just don't open it under pressure and it's easy to know when it's not. I like being able to make quality, healthy meals in less time and they taste great. I happen to prefer this over slow cookers just due to my personality and lifestyle. I simply don't tend to plan meals ahead very often so my slow cooker gets very little use. In just a couple months I've already used my pressure cooker more (weekly) than the slow cooker I've had for more than 10 years (not even 5 times total). No looking back for me. I compared products way more than intended to and opted to pay a little more for this one because of the overall positive comments about quality and customer service. Another plus is the construction makes them really nice pots for regular cooking. They hold heat well making for more efficient cooking and keeps food piping hot for second servings. So, I purchased the glass lid. and got rid of my other pot that was the same size Very satisfied with this purchase. Will invest in the family size sometime in the future.
William
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 31, 2015
Superb quality. Excellent Design.- Very quiet PC.- Handles are usable even after extended cooking.- Performs very well with even heat distribution.- Efficient. Very little gas escapes.- Requires less attention than other pressure cookers.- Gas release mechanism is quick and easy.- All spare parts available on Amazon. Although unsure if Kuhn Rikon will supply the parts if your PC is still under warranty.Feels built to last. Most likely the best PC on the market.
A. Klein
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 30, 2013
I bought this to replace an aluminium pressure cooker of the same size.Now, it's not a wide 8 litre, but a tall 8 litre.It also doesn't come with basket/seperators so you will have to purchase those seperately. Considering the price of the item I found this a bit disappointing.There are several differences between my old pressure cooker and this one. Firstly, it's so quiet. I mean, really quiet.Knowing which pressure level you are at is easy, thanks to markings on the valve - no more 'is this spinning at the right rate' etc.When I read the instruction booklet, I thought it was wrong honestly. I thought, how can I possibly cook food with so little water. So, I used the amounts my old pressure cooker called for. Mistake - it's surprising how little water escapes with this cooker.This cooker is also very economical on the fuel. I have a gas cooker and for most things it will maintain high pressure at just above the lowest setting of a normal ring on my cooker. To hit the lower pressure setting I use the small ring instead.To give an idea of cooking speed, once up to pressure, it takes four minutes for cut potatoes to be ready to mash. Casserole beef is done in around 20 - 25 minutes, so very speedy. I use water hot out of the kettle to add to the cooker to speed it up getting to pressure.One difference I did notice with this cooker is it doesn't lock into place as I'm used to. If you push it around all the way, the handles don't align. It's in the correct position with the handles aligned - just something to be aware of for those of us who are used to a locking system.All in all, if you can swallow the cost, I would heartily recommend this cooker for beginners and veterans to pressure cooking alike.It's well made, non scary, economical to run and hopefully will provide many years of faithful service, and the way fuel prices are rising, it will probably pay for itself in the first couple of months anyway :P
Conchita Fischer
Reviewed in Germany on December 8, 2013
Für mich ist der Dampfkochtopf Duromatic von Kuhn Rikon ein absolutes Spitzenprodukt! Trotz Combi-Steamer setze ich den Dampfkochtopf gerne und häufig ein. Nachdem in unserer neuen Küche ein Induktionsherd eingebaut wurde, konnte ich die zum Teil sehr alten Dampfkochtöpfe von Kuhn Rikon leider nicht mehr verwenden. Ich kaufte erst einen Dampfkochtopf - etwas günstiger - von einem anderen Hersteller. Doch ich war überhaupt nicht zufrieden mit diesem Produkt.Vielen Dank auch für die sehr schnelle Lieferung.
grillking
Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2013
I am a 50 year old male and I do most of the cooking in our home. I have been researching pressure cookers for over a year and decided to buy the Kuhn Rikon because of the rave reviews and Swiss quality. This cookware does not disappoint; very well made and extremely quiet! My first meal was the basic 101 beef stew; 20 minutes and it was delicious; it was better the second day on re-heat though. Second meal; 20 minutes; good ole fashion pinto pre-soaked beans & ham; again very good. Third use; 2 cups of Jasmine rice; 4 minutes and presto; done to perfection!This device is very simple to use and easy to clean; it's safe and cosmetically appealing. It cooks very fast to say the least and the food taste as good as cooking something for 14 days in a slow cooker! Needless to say I'm very impressed and excited and that is saying a lot because at 50 years old I don't get excited in the kitchen anymore that is of course unless Giada De Laurentiis was to show up and help me cook a meal...!!! I can't wait to try it out on more recipes. I just wish I would have discovered this thing 30 years ago! Don't waste your money on cheap wana be pressure cooker imitation devices; make a wise investment and buy the good stuff; Kuhn Rikon; you won't be sorry! My next soon to be meal; pulled pork; Carolina style ... yum!
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