Multicooker Instant Pot 920591 Classic 5.7 L 1000 W Black

The Instant Pot Classic 5.7 L in black is a 5.7-litre multicooker with 1000 W power designed to simplify everyday cooking for families. It combines pressure cooking, slow cooking, steaming, sautéing and warming in one countertop appliance suitable for soups, stews, rice, braised dishes and one-pot meals. The cooker offers programmable functions, a user-friendly control panel and space for up to six servings.

Advantages

This multicooker brings together seven cooking functions in a single unit, reducing the need for multiple appliances and saving kitchen space. Its pressure-cook mode shortens cooking times significantly compared with traditional methods, while an adjustable preset system with four favourite buttons speeds up access to common recipes. Built-in safety features and dishwasher-safe inner parts make the device practical for everyday family use.

Suitable for

• Preparing family meals for up to six people
• Quick weekday dinners and time-saving one-pot recipes
• Slow-cooked stews, braises and batch cooking
• Steaming vegetables and cooking rice or grains
• Making yoghurt and boiling eggs

When it may not be suitable

The multicooker may not be ideal if you require very large-capacity cooking for gatherings beyond six people or if you need highly specialised appliances such as professional pressure fryers or large commercial equipment. It also may not replace ovens or grills for recipes that need direct dry heat or charring.

Key specifications

• Capacity: 5.7 litres (serves up to 6 people)
• Power: 1000 W
• Functions: pressure cook, slow cook, sauté, steam, boil eggs, make yoghurt, keep warm
• Control: built-in display with programmable presets and four favourite buttons
• Materials: stainless steel inner pot and lid (dishwasher safe)
• Safety features: auto-locking lid, front-mounted steam release switch, base handle that holds the lid
• Energy efficiency: designed to reduce cooking time and energy use compared with conventional methods
• Timer and steam pressure function

How to use

Place the inner pot in the cooker, add ingredients and select the appropriate programme on the control panel. Use pressure-cook mode for faster cooking, slow-cook mode for long-simmered dishes, or sauté to brown ingredients before pressure or slow cooking. After cooking, follow the recommended steam-release method for the chosen programme and remove food using suitable utensils. Clean the stainless steel inner pot and lid in the dishwasher or by hand as needed.

What to consider before purchase

• Capacity needed: 5.7 L serves up to six people
• Kitchen space and countertop footprint
• Required cooking functions (pressure, slow cook, steam, sauté, yoghurt)
• Compatibility with your existing cookware and meal planning

Usage recommendations

For best results, follow recommended liquid minimums for pressure cooking, use the sauté function to brown aromatics before pressure cooking, and programme frequently used recipes to one of the four favourite buttons for quick access.