Tired of wrestling with soggy, complicated spinach recipes? Get ready to revolutionize your cooking with the most effortless, foolproof method to transform frozen spinach into a delectable side dish in just 7 minutes! This Instant Pot technique will save you time, preserve nutrients, and deliver perfectly cooked spinach that will make even the pickiest eaters ask for seconds. Whether you're a busy home cook or a culinary novice, this recipe is about to become your new kitchen superhero.
Prep Time: 2 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 7 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- Frozen spinach, 1 pound
- Water, 1 cup
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, 1 tablespoon
Instructions
- Remove the frozen spinach from its packaging and place it directly into the Instant Pot without thawing.
- Pour 1 cup of water into the Instant Pot around the spinach, ensuring it doesn't wash away the frozen block.
- Secure the Instant Pot lid, making sure the valve is set to "Sealing" position.
- Select the "Pressure Cook" or "Manual" setting and set the timer to 1 minute at high pressure. This brief cooking time will quickly defrost and steam the spinach.
- Once the cooking cycle completes, immediately perform a quick pressure release by carefully turning the valve to "Venting".
- Open the lid and use a colander to drain excess water from the spinach, pressing gently to remove additional moisture.
- Transfer the spinach to a serving bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Drizzle olive oil over the spinach and gently toss to distribute the seasoning and oil evenly.
- Serve hot as a side dish or use in other recipes requiring cooked spinach.
Tips
- Always use fresh frozen spinach for the best texture and flavor.
- Don't skip the quick pressure release to prevent overcooking.
- Press out excess moisture thoroughly to prevent a watery dish.
- Experiment with additional seasonings like garlic powder or red pepper flakes.
- For extra richness, try replacing olive oil with butter or adding a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.
- If your spinach comes in a block, break it into smaller pieces before cooking for more even heating.
- Use this method as a base for other spinach-based recipes like dips, quiches, or pasta fillings.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 50kcal
Carbohydrates: 3g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
