Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs

Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs– Learn how to make hard-boiled eggs in an instant pot every time with a 5-5-5 method. They are easy to peel, perfectly cooked, and quick to make.

5-5-5 method is a fail-proof and a reliable way to cook perfect eggs in instant pot.

I still remember when I used to boil eggs on the stovetop in a deep pan. It was so difficult to predict how long to boil them.

Sometimes it was undercooked and at times it used to be overcooked (grey in color).

Then peeling was so difficult and I always end up wasting a lot of portion of boiled eggs.

What is 5-5-5 method

Boiling eggs in the instant pot is super easy now. Let see how you can get perfect hard-boiled eggs every time using a 5-5-5 formula.

When I first learned a 5-5-5 formula to make instant pot hard boiled eggs, I could not believe how easy it could be.

Using a 5-5-5 method you will get perfectly cooked yolk.

• First 5– pressure cook the eggs on HIGH pressure for the first 5 minutes.
• Second 5– Allow the NATURAL PRESSURE RELEASE for the second 5 minutes. And then manually release the rest of the pressure.
• Third 5– Let the boil eggs sit in ice water or normal cold water for the last 5 minutes before peeling them

This whole 15 minutes process results in perfectly boiled eggs which are easy to peel and perfectly cooked yolk from inside with perfect colored yolk.

Why you will love this recipe

An egg is a perfect protein-rich food item and consumed in many ways. One of the easiest ways is to boil eggs.

Boiling eggs in the instant pot is fuss-free as compared to stovetop style. No waiting for the water to boil.

Easy to peel boil eggs as compared to traditional stovetop hard boiled eggs.

Pressure cooking of hard boiled eggs is a full proof method every time.

Boiled eggs are best for breakfast, or a great addition in lunch or dinner for protein requirement.

It fits well in low carb or keto diet plans as well.

Ingredients

To make boil egg in instant pot all you need

• Eggs- You can boil 10 eggs at a time in an instant pot insert at a time.
• Water- 1 cup water is required to fill in the instant pot bottom.
• Ice bath- Ice bath stops the further cooking in boiled eggs. Be ready with a bowl of water and ice cubes.
• Trivet- Using steamer basket and stackable egg steam rack allows to boiled more than 6 eggs at one time.

How to boil eggs in Instant Pot

You can use trivet which comes with an instant pot. If you have a steamer basket or stackable egg steam rack.

Here is the step by step process to hard boil eggs in instant pot.

Step-1 Preparation of ingredients- First of all, add water in the instant pot insert and place the trivet. Carefully place the eggs on top of the trivet.

Step-2 Pressure Cook- Close the lid and set the vent to the SEALING position. Press PRESSURE COOK and set the timer for 5 minutes on HIGH pressure.

Step-3 After the cooking is done, wait for 5 minutes and then manually release the rest of the pressure.

Step-4 Icebath- Transfer the boil eggs in ice bath water and keep it for the next 5 minutes.

Peel the eggs & serve- After 5 minutes peel the eggs and serve immediately. Instant pot hard boiled eggs are ready to enjoy.

Serving suggestions

These hard boiled eggs are really great addition in salads or sides in buddha bowls or as a topping in the toast, in breakfast or in sandwiches.

Please find the below list how to use such hard boiled eggs.

• One of the easiest ways to use boiled eggs, just slice them in half, sprinkle a pinch of salt, pepper, and chili flakes. A perfect go-to snack or my favorite breakfast.
• You can make deviled eggs
• Make egg sandwich
• Prepare potato egg salad
• Use as sides in bowls
• Indian egg curry
• Egg biryani
• Top it over avocado toast

Variations

5-5-5 method works to get the hard yolk setting. However, you can easily customize this recipe to get soft or runny yolk.

4-4-4 formula will give you a soft yolk and even cooking for less time like 3-3-3 will result in a creamier version.

Do try and experiment in such various settings and you will get the best as per your liking.

Storing suggestions

You can keep these hard boiled eggs in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.

• Room temperature- It is always best to consume boiled eggs within the first 3-4 hours.
• Refrigerator- 2-4 days are good to store boil eggs in the fridge. Just use an airtight container to store.
• Freezer- It is not recommended to freeze hard boiled eggs. The white part of the eggs becomes rubbery & chewy after the thaw. Though you can separate the yolk and can freeze it.

Tips & FAQ’s

There are a few points that are great to follow if you want perfect boiled eggs.

• Always keep boil eggs in cold water for 5 minutes after pressure cooking. It helps in peeling.
• Boil eggs are always easy to peel just after an ice bath. It is better to peel and then store. Peeling becomes difficult if you store with the outer shell.
• I used 6 qt instant pot and boiled 11 eggs as per family need. But you can boil up to 20 eggs in one go with the same process.

Indian bread omelet & Egg frittata with mint & paneer is another my favorite egg recipes

You can see other beginner friendly Instant Pot Recipes too.

Instant Pot Beets

Some more instant pot recipes many interest you.

• Palak Paneer in instant pot- making restaurant style palak paneer in an instant pot is very easy and cooked under 30 minutes.
• Instant pot Spanish rice– Check this Spanish rice recipe with just few ingredients.
• Indian saag with mustard greens- This is the famous Sarson ka saag also knows as Indian saag.
• Vegan tofu curry in instant pot– make this easy tofu curry in instant pot.
• Instant pot dal & rice– Learn how to make rice & dal in instant pot using the pot-in-pot method.

Looking for more breakfast options then do check the entire collection of Breakfast Recipes.

Check below few instant pot beginner friendly recipes.

• Instant pot ghee homemade
• Homemade cold start yogurt
• Instant pot beets

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