Have you ever wondered why you would want to buy an Electric Multi-Cooker if you already have a slow cooker or pressure cooker?  We compiled a list of our top 6 reasons why we love multi-cookers.

Save Time

Time, Time, TIME!!! This device will save you time.  You are able to cook multiple aspects of a single meal in just one device, pressure cooking expedites the time it takes to cook meat, beans, grains or just about anything else you put in there.  The cook time for many of my meals has decreased significantly, which allows me to spend more time with my family and friends.

A Less Cluttered Kitchen

You can get rid of all of your single function kitchen devices that take up all of your counter and storage space, because Multi-Cooker really means Multi! It is not just a slow cooker, a rice cooker or a pressure cooker; it’s all of these and more.  Most Multi-Cooker products feature anywhere from 6 to 10 functions. Take the Instant Pot 10-in-1 Multi-Use Programmable Pressure Cooker.  This device has 10 functions: 1) Pressure Cooker, 2) Slow Cooker, 3) Rice/Porridge Cooker, 4) Cake Maker, 5) Yogurt Maker, 6) Sauté/Searing, 7) Steamer, 8) Warmer, 9) Sterilizer, 10) Ultra program a.k.a the ultimate in user control for cooking settings.

Expand Your Recipe Repertoire

One of our favorite things is the easy expansion of recipe book.  Many of us get stuck in a routine of the same recipes because they are familiar and we can execute them consistently in a short amount of time.  The multi-cooker offers a way to deviate from our recipe rut without spending all day in the kitchen.  Not to mention there is the infinite number recipe options!  If you are looking for recipe inspiration you can browse hundreds of blogs, cookbooks, and YouTube videos etc.

Less Clean-Up

Creating those one pot dishes not only makes cooking easier, but it also makes clean up a breeze.  You can avoid sinks and dishwashers full of pots and pans, and enjoy a speedy clean-up of your single multi-cooker.

Save Money

Multi-Cookers use less electricity and less water than other forms of cooking, which can leads to saving on energy and water bills.  According to InstantPot, “With much less water used in cooking and a fully insulated external pot, much less energy is required, saving up to 70% of energy comparing with boiling, steaming, oven cooking or slow cooking. Electric pressure cookers are the second most energy efficient cooking appliance after microwaves.” (Benefits of Pressure Cooking)

Eat More Vitamins and Minerals

There are several health benefits of cooking in a multi cooker.  Food prepared in a multi-cooker can increase the retention of vitamins and minerals as well as reduce fats and toxins.  If you are looking for a more detailed list check out this recent post from our site, “Learn the 7 Most Interesting Health Benefits of Pressure Cooking Your Food”