Hawkins 10 Liter Stainless Steel Cooker Review

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(More customer reviews)I actually have the 6 liter or 6.5 quart stainless steel version of this pressure cooker, which is no longer listed for some reason. I narrowed my choices down to the Hawkins and the Kuhn Rikon brands, since they had the best reviews with the least negatives like usability and durability problems. I've had a number of medium quality pressure cookers in the past that failed from falling apart or wearing out their o-ring seals every year, so I wanted a quality one this time. The Kuhn Rikon was about $200, so I bought the Hawkins, which I am happy with.
It's very popular in India, probably because it lasts forever and it's very energy efficient. Once it reaches full pressure I drop the heat from 10 down to a 3. It also uses almost no water, so you can use a minimum of liquid without it going dry on you. It is also safe in case of overpressure. If you do mess up and blow it up, it will release pressure below the handle, so you won't get injured or make a mess of your ceiling. It is very easy/convenient to use and it has a five year warranty, which you aren't likely to use. It appears very rugged. It has a thick completely flat bottom for even cooking on any cooking surface including flat top electric stoves.
There are some potential negatives. It does have a very narrow diameter for it's size because it is tall and narrow. It also has a lip at the top that reduces the usable width and bowls you can insert for cooking to 6.5 inches wide on my 6 liter cooker. I have a small pyrex bowl that fits perfectly for very modest size portions. If you expect to use larger bowls, you'll be disappointed. You also lose a few inches of volume at the top because you have to insert the lid at a steep angle inside the top before seating it underneath the top lip by design. You shouldn't be filling the pressure cooker more than 2/3 full anyway for safety reasons on any pressure cooker, though. You won't have much luck ordering special parts or inserts. The USA Hawkins support doesn't know anything about it. You'll have to go through India. The top lip does make it impossible to completely dry out by hanging upside down, but you can just shake it a little to get most of the water out and let the rest evaporate in the cupboard. There was a big hole in the box it arrived in but the pressure cooker was undamaged. The book manual is very cheaply made and some pages fell out of it immediately upon first opening but these complaints are minor.
I'm very happy with it since I was looking for an easy to use and very reliable stainless steel pressure cooker without paying a fortune.

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5 - Pc. Fagor Rapida Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker Set Review

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(More customer reviews)They weren't cheap, but they ARE a bargain. We're still learning, but using a pressure cooker has saved us lots of time and effort, while delivering delicious food. Even when we don't use the pressure to do our cooking, these have become favorite cooking pans. The stainless is very high quality, and they cook evenly. Also, we feel that buying the set with two sizes of pan and both the pressure and regular lids was a very smart move.

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Make healthy, flavorful foods FAST with the 5 - Pc. Rapida Pressure Cooker Set from Fagor. BIG BUCKS OFF! Great food, done fast! Why put yourself under pressure at dinnertime? This Pressure Cooker Set puts the heat on dinner instead, with delicious results! Food prepared under pressure not only cooks up to 70% faster, but the pressure seals in moisture and taste, guaranteeing flavorful foods no matter WHAT'S on the menu. Perfect for roasts, stews, gravies, soups, vegetables and more. Also ideal for canning, locking in flavor and freshness like never before! You SAVE BIG! Under pressure: Energy-saving design cooks food easy, healthy and FAST; Exclusive triple-valve safety system prevents opening prior to full pressure release; 18/10 stainless steel with aluminum-infused bottom for even, efficient heat distribution; Also perfect for canning; Ideal for all electric, gas and induction cooktops; Includes 8-qt. pot, 4-qt. pot, universal lid, pasta / steamer basket, full instruction manual and recipe booklet; 20 lbs. Save time and money when you order now! 5-Pc. Fagor Rapida Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker Set

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Fagor Splendid 2-in-1 5 Piece Pressure Cooker Set Review

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(More customer reviews).....I am a longtime cook, skilled with old aluminum Presto pressure cookers. I received the Fagor Splendid 2-in-1 cooker as a requested gift about 3 years ago. My biggest complaint after a couple years of use was the fancy V-cross-section gasket, which stopped sealing properly after about a year of use, and is pricey to replace. 2009 update: Fagor has switched to a much longer lasting grey gasket (the early ones were turquoise) that seals better. I bought one a couple of years ago and it is still going strong.
.....I hardly use the shallower pan from this set, but the deep pan is wonderfully useful. It's stainless steel, not aluminum, so I don't worry about aluminum getting into the food. It's got a nice heavy bottom, and so is good for deepfrying and popping popcorn as well as pressure cooking. The tall capacity is nice, I can parboil a whole chicken before roasting it, without clogging the vent.
.....The complex safety features are kinda tricky to wash, but this is definitely a useful pan; it does a great job of hurry-up cooking. I am at a mile altitude, so a pressure cooker really is needed frequently in my kitchen.
.....Happy cooking, friend, I hope this info helps.

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The rapid results produced by pressure cookers (a whole chicken in 20 minutes, cubed potatoes in a mere five minutes) make them a favorite among time-pressed chefs. This Splendid 2-in-1 system--which includes 4- and 6-quart pots (one deep and one shallow), a pressure cooker lid that fits both containers, a tempered glass lid, a steamer basket, and a recipe book--lives up to the billing admirably, offering such features as a visual pressure indicator, an automatic pressure release (which lets the chef release pressure without running the device under cold water), and a triple lock safety system that keeps users from inadvertently burning themselves. The Splendid pots are constructed of durable 18/10 stainless steel with aluminum-clad bottoms for superior heat conduction.
To use one of the pots, merely seal the food and liquids with the airtight lid, and then place the pressure cooker on a stove burner. The unit will bring the internal temperature up to 250 degrees F, building up pressurized steam that begins to quickly break down the fibers in the food. The method preserves the food's inherent vitamins, minerals, flavors, and aromas, while keeping it moist and succulent. Chefs who want to use the pots for traditional stovetop cooking will appreciate the glass lid, which seals tightly over the rims to trap moisture while letting users monitor the food's progress. The stainless-steel steamer basket fulfills another favorite function, holding vegetables such as broccoli or carrots over steaming water or serving as a colander insert for pasta. For added convenience, the 2-in-1 set comes with an instruction manual and recipe book. All Fagor pressure cookers carry a 10-year warranty.
What's in the Box: 4-quart pot, 6-quart pot, pressure cooker lid (fits both pots), tempered glass lid, pasta/steamer basket insert, recipe book, user's manual.From the Manufacturer

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