instant pot polenta

Learn how to make Instant Pot Polenta! Save time and no need for constant stirring to make this Creamy Cheesy Polenta in Instant Pot. Comforting, thick, soft polenta makes a deliciously satisfying and versatile side dish.

Instant Pot Polenta

(195 grams) coarsely ground polenta (not quick-cooking)

(1L)

stock

(7 grams) fine salt (, plus more)

black pepper

unsalted butter

Parmesan cheese

Directly Cook Polenta in Instant Pot

Method One - Directly Cook Polenta in Instant Pot: Add ingredients in Instant Pot in the following order. Add 1 tsp (7g) fine salt, 4 cups (1L) to 4½ cups (1.125L) water or unsalted chicken stock in Instant Pot. Add in 1 cup (195g) coarsely ground polenta. With Venting Knob in Venting Position, close the lid, then turn Venting Knob to Sealing Position. Pressure Cook at High Pressure for 10 minutes, then Natural Release for 15 minutes. Remove the lid carefully.*Pro Tip: If your Instant Pot is sensitive to the 'Burn' Error, Method 2 is more preferable. You don’t have to worry about anything sticking to the bottom of the pot.

Pot in Pot Polenta

Method Two - Pot in Pot Polenta: Add ingredients to your smaller stainless steel pot in the following order. Add in 1 tsp (7g) fine salt, 1 cup (195g) coarsely ground polenta. Add in 4 cups (1L) to 4½ cups (1.125L) water or unsalted chicken stock. Add 2 cups (500ml) water, layer a low-profile trivet in the larger Instant Pot inner pot. Place the smaller pot on the trivet. *Pro Tip: If you don&#039;t have a low-profile trivet, place the smaller pot directly in the water. With Venting Knob in Venting Position, close the lid, then turn Venting Knob to Sealing Position. Pressure Cook at High Pressure for 15 minutes, then Natural Release for 15 minutes. Remove the lid carefully.

Add Butter, Season

Add Butter &amp; Season: The polenta will look a bit watery at first. Add in 2.5 tbsp (36g) unsalted butter, then mix until desired consistency with a whisk. Optionally, mix in ½ cup to 1 cup (32g - 64g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Serve

Season &amp; Serve: Taste and season polenta with more salt if necessary. For reference, we added 1 to 2 small pinches of salt. Serve this soft &amp; creamy polenta immediately with your favorite main dishes, sauces, or veggies.

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