How To Keep Instant Pot Clean
The instant pot is like any stainless steel cookware and can develop blueish stains caused by minerals in water and food.
How to keep instant pot clean. Clean the inner pot. If there is food on the inside of the pot wipe it away with a slightly damp cloth. If the appliance is used regularly it should be deep cleaned at least once a month. Set the unit to steam for 2 minutes and then let it vent naturally. When storing leave the lid upside down letting it rest on the pot.
How often to clean an instant pot the instant pot should be cleaned after every use. Use a damp kitchen towel or paper towel to wipe down any food residual or stains on the pot s exterior. Never immerse the cooker base in water or place it in the dishwasher. Clean the cooker base and rim. How to deep clean an instant pot.
Since most of the inner cooking chambers are stainless steel the vessel can be hand washed with hot water and dishwashing liquid or placed in the dishwasher. In addition to doing a deep clean knock out odors by filling the pot with 1 cup water 1 cup white vinegar and some lemon peel. This will damage the heating element inside the pot.