Product Description
An exceptionally versatile addition to any busy kitchen, this 6-quart multi-cooker offers a variety of functions all in one handy appliance–use it as a rice cooker, a pressure cooker, or a slow cooker. In rice-cooker mode, the unit automatically cooks any type of rice to light, fluffy, restaurant-quality perfection. In pressure-cooker mode, the appliance offers high (9 psi) and low (5 psi) pressure settings for cooking healthy meals in no time. The higher the pressure the faster the results. For peace of mind, the unit’s self-locking lid comes with an automatic pressure-release setting, which means the lid won’t open until all the pressure inside gets safely released. In slow-cooker mode, the appliance can be used to make delicious pot roasts, soups, and stews. Simply add the ingredients in the morning, set the timer, and dinner will be ready and waiting after a long day at the office. Best of all, the multi-cooker automatically shifts to “keep warm” at the end of any cooking program, keeping food hot and ready to serve without overcooking. Other highlights include a “brown” function for true one-pot cooking, an LED screen with soft-touch control buttons, a programmable eight-hour delay timer, stay-cool handles, overheat protection, and two independent pressure-control valves for added security. When finished, the nonstick cooking pot can be removed for quick cleanup by hand or in the dishwasher. A user manual with 40 delicious recipes comes included. Attractively housed in brushed stainless steel, the ETL-approved multi-cooker measures approximately 12 by 12 by 13 inches.
Fagor’s 6 -quart Electric Multi-Cooker is a pressure cooker, a slow cooker and a rice cooker in one. It also features a brown and a warm function for a truly one-pot-cooking, and a six quart removable cooking pot that is dishwasher safe and nonstick coated for easy cleanup. PROGRAMS: The pressure cooking program drastically reduces cooking time. Choose between high (9 psi) and low (5 psi) pressure to prepare a great variety of healthy meals in minutes. Use the slow cooker setting to prepare slow cooker classics such as pot roasts, soups and stews. Add ingredients in the morning and dinner will be waiting for you. No more soggy or burned rice dishes. All your recipes will be cooked to perfection with the automatic rice cooking program. The versatility and safety features distinguish Fagor’s Electric Multi Cooker: Programmable delay-timer for up to 8 hours. Multi-cooker will go automatically to keep warm; function after any cooking program. Self-locking lid and automatic pressure release setting for your convenience. The lid will not open while there’s pressure inside the cooker for safety. Two independent pressure control valves and anti-overheating protection for added security. LED screen with soft-touch control buttons. Brushed stainless steel exterior. Manual includes 40 delicious recipes for the three cooking programs. Compact size: 12 inches in diameter and 13 inches tall. • Requires regular 110 V household power. ETL approved.
Product Features
- 6-quart multi-cooker functions as rice cooker, pressure cooker, and slow cooker
- Low/high pressure; self-locking lid; auto pressure release; 2 pressure-control valves
- Overheat protection; “brown” and “keep warm” settings; LED screen; 8-hour delay timer
- Stay-cool handles; recipes included; dishwasher-safe nonstick cooking pot
- Measures approximately 12 by 12 by 13 inches
I love the fact this unit is multi-function. I’ve wanted both a rice cooker and electronic pressure cooker. I am thrilled with the prospect of a combination unit to save storage space. This cooker is sleek looking, quiet when in use, and a breeze to clean with its internal nonstick surface. To be honest, I own a new-generation pressure cooker which I’ve never used because I am too terrified to use it. I know it’s ridiculous, but I just can’t bring myself to use it for fear of the old days when lids could blow off if the cook wasn’t careful. I wanted an electronic pressure cooker because I felt safer (stupid but true). I have used my new fagor in pressure cooker mode to make Risotto, which requires use of the browning function. The rice/onion mixture browned nicely and the risotto turned out marvelously. I also wasn’t scared when using the pressure feature. I do wish this unit was bigger (8 or 10 quarts) as I cook in quantity. I will certainly be using this item over and over again, especially in pressure mode. I can’t wait to make succulently tender meat in pressure cooker mode, or use the rice feature for sushi rice. The possibilities with this unit are endless. To add on because of other customer comments, yes the PSI is lower than the “traditional” pressure cookers. But I now have used this product in pressure cooker mode several times. There are two pressure cooker modes (low and high) and I’ve always used the unit in high mode and have NOT had to increase cooking time due to the PSI differences. As a matter of fact, last night I made stew beef in an italian red sauce (for macaroni and beef): the original recipe is for a pressure cooker, but I didn’t have that cook time, as it’s a recipe that’s been handed down and was given to me as a “simmer on the stove for 3-4 hours.” I looked all over the internet for an approximated time (20 minutes) so I added five minutes and there was slight burning at the bottom of my pot because I did add those extra five minutes. I have even cooked a pot roast in pressure cooker high mode with this unit (on a trivet to prevent burning) and cooked according to traditional cook times, NO adjustments and it came out perfect !!
Excellent multi-cooker but high setting = only 9psi
The recommendation to purchase Miss Vickie’s book at the same time is unfortunate — nearly every one of the recipes requires 15psi.
The same thing applies to ‘Pressure Perfect’ by Lorna Sass — she states that one should only look for a pressure cooker that operates from 14 to 16psi. Anything else is a waste of time.
In any case the Fagor 3-in-1 does everything very well — slow cook, braising, soups, beans, rice, etc.
But it is not convenient if you intend to follow recipes.
It also does not come with a steaming basket insert.