Kuhn Rikon, (What's this?) This pressure cooker performs very well as advertised. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is the 3.7 quart size. If I was to purchase another, it would be a larger size. The smaller size has limitations on certain foods like beans and rice. I am very satisfied with the foods that it does process.
Nice, but reluctant to pressurize., (What's this?)
Like 1-star reviewer Poindexter, we often had trouble getting ours to pressurize. But that's been the case with all the pressure cookers I've come across.
My trick is to put it on high when steam starts coming out, and that will usually get it to go. Wetting the gasket before putting on the lid seems to help too, but sometimes I just can't get one to pressurize. Of course, cleaning everything (valves and all mating surfaces, without scratching 'em) helps too.
Before the Kuhn Rikon, I had a
Know your size, Although I love this pressure cooker, I wish I had purchased a larger size. That is entirely my fault. Clearly I'm not going to make a huge soup in a 3.7 quart pot. Potential buyers should think about what it is that they expect to cook and how much, and then select an appropriate size. 3.7 quarts sounded big enough to me, but remember that the pressure cooker can only be filled half way for pressure cooking soups, grains, beans, and foods that expand, or 2/3 full for other foods.
The pressure cooker comes with a recipe book, however all the recipes are for size 4 quart or larger pressure cookers (except the frying pan recipes).
The instruction manual says it is NOT suitable for apple compote, cranberries, porridge (oat flakes), barley, peas, pasta, macaroni, rhubarb, or some cereals because those foods tend to foam and froth and could block the valve.
Otherwise, this pressure cooker is great! I have no problems with it. It works wonderfully. I will happily use it to make my dried beans, brown rice, and veggies.
AVOID - CAN'T GET PARTS, I used it for around 100 times and then the pressure safety valve began leaking. So I called the number posted on the Kuhn Rikon web site, and the phone said "memory error." The phone is run by a fly-by-night small firm which is supposed to provide parts, but seems to be moribund. I also emailed Kuhn Rikon, but no response.
excellent value for great product, Having used Rikon Duromatic for 30 years I can only say: congratulations. Great value for a great product.
Great pot!, (What's this?) This little pot is great! It's handling all recipes for the 4 or 5 qt pot.
Very silent performer, (What's this?) This is my second buy of the same product, because I loved the first one so much. It works superbly and it is really easy to clean up (I hand wash the lid, but place the pot in the dishwasher), the size is perfect for our family of four. I was very impressed by how silent these things are, you must use a timer if you tend to forget things, like I do! The seller included a very handy cook book by the company, which is the best reference over other cook books that were recommended.
Top of the line slow cooker!, (What's this?) I am more than pleased with my new Kuhn Rikon slow cooker! The rice does taste better than when I cook it in a regular pot and I do use much less heat. In fact, I almost have to shut the heat off when cooking rice so the pressure doesn't get too high.
The only thing I do not like so far is that the recipe book and the instruction book say two different times for some of the food items. For example, brown rice is 20-25 minutes in the recipe book, but 18 in the instruction book. Not a huge deal, but still I would like it to be consistent.
The Cadillac of Pressure Cookers, Indeed!, (What's this?)
I bought the anniversary Duromatic September 5, 2010. I have an 8-quart Magefesa pressure cooker and needed a smaller one to quickly cook small volumes of vegetables. I was hoping I could use less water with this cooker so that my vegetables would have more flavor. Yes I can with the Kuhn Rikon. I can cook cabbage, carrots and parsnips, bok choy, kale using 1/4 cup water. Brown/wild rice texture is improved when cooked in this cooker. I do not save time cooking my breakfast whole grain cereal with the cooker. I suspect I need to buy an instruction book to learn more about cooking grains.
I have used pressure cookers for years. The Kuhn Rikon is a lovely, heavy pan and is easy to use. It reaches pressure quickly and is quiet. I reach for the pan daily because I enjoy using it. So I am eating more vegetables. The cooker is expensive but the quality is worth it.
Five over-pressure safety systems, UL listed; automatic locking system; spring-loaded precision valve.8-inch, 3-3/4-quart pressure cooker made of 18/10 stainless steel that won't interact with food.Solid thermal aluminum sandwich in bottom for even browning and rapid heat absorption.Saves time and 70 percent of energy normally consumed while cooking; 10-year warranty.Steam diffuser on lid displays cooking times of 20 dishes; base dishwasher safe. Kuhn Rikon Duromatic pressure cookers are designed with safety in mind. The automatic lid-locking device insures that no pressure can build up until the lid is put on correctly. The lid cannot be removed or come off until all pressure has been released. The cookers also provide the ultimate protection against excess pressure. The first indication that too much pressure has built up inside the cooker is the audible hiss as excess pressure is released through the valve. (When the user hears this, the heat should be turned down.) The valve will take care of any over pressurization by allowing steam to escape through the holes located on the valve stem. Additionally, another spring-loaded safety valve in the lid is set to release steam in case of a clogged main valve.
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