Nutrition
Instant Pot Lentil Protocol
An Instant Pot lentil protocol pressure-cooks lentils in minutes without soaking—timing varies for red versus green-brown varieties.
An Instant Pot lentil protocol pressure-cooks green or brown lentils six to eight minutes high pressure with natural release—red lentils need only two to three minutes to avoid mush unless soup is the goal. Use a one-to-one or slightly higher water ratio; add aromatics after if sautéing.
No soak required.
Common questions
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Why do red lentils turn mushy in the Instant Pot?
They disintegrate quickly—use two to three minutes pressure for intact texture or embrace mush for dal and thick soups. Green lentils hold shape with longer cycles.
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