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    The Best Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs

    Published: Jan 9, 2019 by Shadi HasanzadeNemati · This post may contain affiliate links .

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    Instant pot hard boiled eggs always turn out perfectly. Learn how to boil eggs in instant pot so they turn our exactly how you want them, be it soft boiled, medium boiled or hard boiled.

    Instant pot is one of the very few kitchen appliances that I think is quite useful to have on hand all the time. You can make so many instant pot recipes such as Italian sausage pasta in instant pot in less that 25 minutes and have a tasty chicken tortilla soup in no time. Going back to the basics, today I'm going to show you how to make perfect hard boiled eggs in instant pot.

    Instant pot hard boiled eggs always turn out perfectly. Learn how to boil eggs in instant pot so they turn our exactly how you want them, soft boiled, medium boiled or hard boiled.

    Why should I make hard boiled eggs in instant pot?

    You might think to yourself, why would I want to make hard boiled eggs in an instant pot, of all things? Here are a few reasons:

    • Instant pot boiled eggs turn our perfectly every time. Whether you want soft boiled or hard boiled eggs, they're going to be cooked exactly how you like them to be.
    • You can cook 6 eggs at the same time and all of them would cook equally.
    • They peel very easily.
    • There won't be any green rings around your hard boiled eggs because they will be cooked just enough.
    stant pot boiled eggs turn our perfectly every time. Whether you want soft boiled or hard boiled eggs, they're going to be cooked exactly how you like them to be.

    What is the 5-5-5 method?

    Some call the 5-5-5 method the ultimate method of boiling eggs in instant pot. I think it's a pretty easy and comfortable method that will result in perfect eggs. The 5-5-5 method includes:

    • 5 minutes high pressure cook
    • 5 minutes natural release
    • 5 minutes ice water bath

    It's a simple method that's pretty easy to remember. The 5 minute natural release is the key to perfectly hard boiled eggs because if you do a quick release right away, the eggs will have softer yolks. 5 minutes in the ice bath will help so much with the peeling and no egg white will stick to the shells.

    How to make hard boiled eggs in instant pot?

    Fill the instant pot with one cup of water. place the trivet the comes with the product inside the instant pot. Place seven eggs on the trivet and secure the lid. Make sure the vent knob is on "seal".

    Fill the instant pot with one cup of water. place the trivet the comes with the product inside the instant pot. Place seven eggs on the trivet and secure the lid. Make sure the vent knob is on "seal".

    Press the "pressure cook" button and set it on high. Set the timer for 5 minutes. It will take about 5 minutes for the instant pot to come to high pressure and then the timer will start counting down. Once the 5 minutes cooking time is done, wait another 5 minutes for natural pressure release. Then do a quick release by turning the knob to "vent".

    Once the lid is unlocked, take the eggs out of the instant pot very carefully and put them in an ice water bath for 5 minutes. Peel and enjoy right away or store in the fridge.

    Once the lid is unlocked, take the eggs out of the instant pot very carefully and put them in an ice water bath for 5 minutes. Peel and enjoy right away or store in the fridge. 

    How to peel hard boiled eggs

    Instant pot hard boiled eggs are the easiest eggs to peel. After they cool in the water bath, roll each egg on the counter to crack and then start peeling right away.

    Instant pot hard boiled eggs are the easiest eggs to peel. After they cool in the water bath, roll each egg on the counter to crack and then start peeling right away.

    Medium boil and soft boil eggs in instant pot

    I love making eggs in instant pot because it can make any style of boiled eggs I look for:

    • Medium boiled eggs: Cook the eggs in the instant pot on high pressure for 4 minutes, do a quick release (no natural release) and 5 minutes in water bath.
    • Soft boiled eggs: Cook the eggs for 3 minutes in instant pot, do a quick release (no natural release) and 5 minutes in water bath.

    How to store hard boiled eggs

    I prefer to peel hard boiled eggs before storing them because they stay better and more delicious. After your instant pot hard boiled eggs have cooled, peel them carefully and place them in a glass airtight container. Hard boiled eggs can be refrigerated for up to 7 days but I prefer to use them in a couple of days.

    Can I freeze hard boiled eggs

    Unfortunately, no. Hard boiled eggs lose their texture and consistency when frozen, so it's best to use them fresh or refrigerated.

    What can I do with hard boiled eggs?

    There are so many recipes that use hard boiled eggs. Some of my favorites are yeralma yumurta (Turkish potatoes and eggs) and Mediterranean deviled eggs. You can also add hard boiled eggs to Russian salad (ensalada rusa) or roasted cauliflower salad.

    Best Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs

    Shadi HasanzadeNemati
    Instant pot hard boiled eggs always turn out perfectly. Learn how to boil eggs in instant pot so they turn our exactly how you want them, soft boiled, medium boiled or hard boiled. 
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 1 min
    Cook Time 6 mins
    Natural release 5 mins
    Total Time 7 mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Servings 3 servings
    Calories 156 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup water
    • 6 eggs large

    Instructions
     

    • Pour the water into the instant pot. 
    • Place the trivet in the instant pot and place the eggs on the trivet. 
    • Secure the lid and turn the knob to seal. Press "pressure cook" and set it on high. 
    • Set the timer for 5 minutes and wait for the instant pot to start pressurizing. It will take about 5 minutes. Then the 5 minute countdown will start. 
    • Once the 5 minute cooking time is finished, let the pressure release naturally for only 5 minutes, then do a quick release by turning the knob to "vent". 
    • Once the quick release is done, open the lid and transfer the eggs to a bowl full of water and ice. 
    • After 5 minutes, peel and serve the instant pot hard boiled eggs. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 156kcal
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    1. Renee Goerger

      February 14, 2019 at 7:46 am

      5 stars
      I've always struggled with perfectly peeled eggs. Now that I've been using your method of using the Instant Pot to hard boil my eggs, I no longer struggle. Thank you.

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      • Shadi HasanzadeNemati

        February 14, 2019 at 8:35 am

        Glad to hear this Renee!

        Reply
    2. Suzy

      February 14, 2019 at 7:34 am

      5 stars
      I can't wait to try this in my Instant Pot!

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      • Shadi HasanzadeNemati

        February 14, 2019 at 7:46 am

        So easy and easy to peel!

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