Learning to use my new pressure cooker (Bennett Read Super Chef 6)

Learning to use my new pressure cooker (Bennett Read Super Chef 6) - Overcoming some of my fears!

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2 жыл бұрын

I have been very hesitant to get a pressure cooker for two reasons. The first has always been that the safety concerns with the pressure cooker were and still are very real - working with high pressure steam can be a very scary proposition for anyone and especially someone of my age.
The second is the understanding the technology hurdle and figuring out how everything works.
My kids got a pressure cooker for mothers day and after almost a month I decided to give it a try. See how I did with my little show and tell video.
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@katzgovender4583 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, does your pressure cooker have a cooking function if so please do a curry in it.

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Katz. It does had a sauté function so we will be able to braise them curry and then let it cook under pressure. Maybe we can try it with some lamb or even Zulu culls but I must practice more!

@BeautifulAshes1965 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, you can cook curries in it. I have cooked a Cornish hen. Using the sauté function initially and then manual pressure for further cooking. It’s a lot of trial and error and then finding right cooking times for each dish. Also great for lamb shanks as well.

@geethasingh9228 2 жыл бұрын

I pressure boil it n braise on the stove ,

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

@@geethasingh9228 Yes that's how we did the dhal. We will give the saute function a try soon.

@lauraljefferies573 2 жыл бұрын

Which brand did you buy ? So happy you have a cooker

@vroodamakhan1895 2 жыл бұрын

Gaithreebhen you’re extremely brave to use a pressure cooker. And all the ladies that commented on the new addition to bhen’s kitchen. I’m extremely nervous about it but admire you guys for using it so freely. I’m alone now so I won’t even buy one but that’s the way to go these days. Especially for you guys in Joburg with your hard water. That was an awesome gift from your kids. I love to watch your videos. Have a blessed evening. Sending love ❤️ from East London ❤️❤️❤️

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Yes even me, if I didn't have Pranesh around I wouldn't try it by myself. However the pressure cooker can be used without venting the steam immediately - we did it because we were filming. You can always do your cooking and let it to cool down completely before opening it. That way may not save as much time but definitely will save some electricity.

@siphesihleyende8390 6 ай бұрын

It was extremely scary I won't lie, not knowing whats going on in that cooker, you can't even smell anything. You just sit there staring at it with nothing to do. It goes against everything you know about cooking. But it's a life changer. JHB is a stew nightmare, 4hrs by the stove fighting a beef stew.

@siphesihleyende8390 6 ай бұрын

Found the same pressure cooker in my mums kitchen. I've gone from making beef stew for 4hours to 40mins . This video was a lot more helpful than the manual might I add. Thank you

@shashikhandram7817 2 жыл бұрын

Well done! You made it seem so easy. I am so intimidated by mines. Looking forward to more videos on the use of the pressure cooker.

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks we shall load some soon!

@ghonamiyer5812 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoy Didi, Initially I was very reluctant to use the Electric Pressure Cooker at my Younger Daughter, then it made my Life easy🤗, My older Daughter that I live with bought an Instant Pot/ Pressure Cooker and Air Fryer in one last year... It's Chop Chop with Foods that take hours to Cook 🪓 Take care, Lots of Love ❤️

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Wow thats so good Ghonam! Please share with us some recipes you do in it as well!

@zarinakamaar6334 2 жыл бұрын

Wow gaithree welcome to the pressure cooker club ive been using it 4 about 10 years dont be alarmed n scared its very safe n convenient time saving at well u know us senior citizens r always scared of technology enjoy yr new adventure

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the encouragement. Please shar with us some of your recipes. Thanks!

@glennjaspersen5557 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. You answered some questions I had and I am learning the functions. Keep sharing please

@GaithreeDeviLuckan Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Be sure to check out the nice lentil soup we made in the pressure cooker as well.

@keshrieraju2854 2 жыл бұрын

I have the same pressure cooker! Looking forward to new tutorials 😘

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Yes we are slowly learning to use it more. We made a lovely lentil soup on the channel - here is the link. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/p7mcg5yGzszFY58.html

@fazellaismail2131 Жыл бұрын

So useful. Thanks

@pranithasannah3402 2 жыл бұрын

Well done ma 👏 thank u so much i really appreciate u ,u always make life so much easy ! 😊 happy cooking ❤

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@trishachetty8588 2 жыл бұрын

Hi there I have the very same pressure cooker . I make lovely winter soups . I just put everything in the pot touch button on soup.. it will be done. I boiled madobee last weekend it came out perfect. I'm thankful to pressure cooker and Airfyer. My life is so much easier .👌❤😀

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Oh soup sounds like a great idea! Maybe that's what I will try next!

@magdeleneshardanund3356 11 ай бұрын

Was super helpful, I followed your steps, first time using the multi cooker. ❤

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 10 ай бұрын

Great to hear!

@elizabethletsoso2558 2 жыл бұрын

I love it especially cooking the beans, tribe, etc etc 💕💕💕

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Elizabeth. Yes will try out the tripe soon. And trotters as well. Someone suggested soup so I think that's the next recipe to conquer in the pressure cooker.

@sarahmaula9134 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Devi I too was so nervous to start my new pot…. Now I have confidence to try the dhall.

@GaithreeDeviLuckan Жыл бұрын

Yes have to start somewhere and build the confidence.

@BeautifulAshes1965 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats on your new addition to your cooking. You are going to love the the efficiency of cooking all those dry food that takes forever to cook on stovetop. Experiment on cooking times also using the manual pressure setting and allow to depressure for couple of minutes before releasing pressure manually. I have an Instant Pot and it has been the best thing I purchased. I had to get used to releasing pressure as well. I found using a wooden spoon worked well to turn the pressure valve on the lid. Soon you will be cooking Cornish and trotters in the pot. Looking forward to those videos. 👏👏👏🥰🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tash. Is the instant pot also a slow cooker and steamer?

@BeautifulAshes1965 2 жыл бұрын

@@GaithreeDeviLuckan Yes

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

@@BeautifulAshes1965 ah ok thank you 🙏🏼

@BeautifulAshes1965 2 жыл бұрын

@@GaithreeDeviLuckan I love my instant pot. Has made my life so easy. No mess with dry beans, split peas or anything for that matter. It will be great for cooking trotters, tripe and fresh chickens. I tend to manual pressure in increments of 10-15 minutes when cooking curries after saute to prevent meat from shredding to pieces. It’s all about experimenting and tweaking the cooking time as needed.

@jakesyaseen8494 2 жыл бұрын

Time save congratulations 👏 also to your wonderful children God bless you and your family from Johannesburg South Africa 👍💕

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Jakes!

@cynthiamatthews6057 2 жыл бұрын

Unbelievable Mrs Devi you got one,I followed instructions and I cooked half of a culls fresh live chicken, I first braised it on stove then added it to the cooker and my results were perfect that included my potatoes, I also did sugar beans, and I did a pot of soup, I'm using mainly for boiling beans tripe trotters, but I don't cook my food, I have not gone so far as yet, but always try half of recipe, mainly Curry if you add too much water your food drowns, I only found the chicken ok to use, tell pranash to buy you a slow cooker it's nice but takes 6 hours to cook stuff but that taste is better then pressure, the mug dhall is perfect in pressure cooker as well all beans, proud of you that you have the ability to try new upmarket stuff, there's alot you can do, by saving time and electricity bills,

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

I will definitely be giving more recipes a try and see how I can make different things. Tough cooking meat like culls is my next try I think!

@shikshZN 2 жыл бұрын

well done aunt....so proud of u, now u have more time to unwind and enjoy ur other hobbies or just to put up those feet😊

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, thank you but this machine also has a lot of parts to wash up after! Always some pros and cons...

@mohininaiker6361 23 күн бұрын

We recently learned to cook Basmati rice in the cooker: 1,5 cups of rice (rinse until water is clear), 1 and 1/3rd cup water, salt to taste (1.5 lvl tsps works for us) - press the rice function, low pressure, 8 mins When it's done - i usually add a cup and a half of water, and gently stir with the cooker spoon to separate the rice, drain and it's good to go

@nyaradzosumaila6393 2 күн бұрын

I have the same pressure cook thank you so much

@vimmi8353 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on your new pressure cooker👍♥️I have one just like yours and it makes life so much easier 🙏❤️looking forward to some of your recipes in the pressure cooker

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yes we will be trying more cooks in it going forward.

@phionasheila416 Ай бұрын

@stylesnsmiles2905 Жыл бұрын

I Love this I have the same pressure cooker I bought it yesterday please do more videos Ma 💐

@GaithreeDeviLuckan Жыл бұрын

Thank you, I will try to.

@user-ch6yk4iu5t 6 ай бұрын

I just bought a pressure cooker of same brand, stil wanna give it a try on how to cook with it

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 6 ай бұрын

All the best!

@umikanaidoo2881 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent. I think u really needed this gift Hope u have more recipes to show us in future. God bless u ma..

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@thegiftsofjoy 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this❤️❤️

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 3 ай бұрын

You're so welcome!

@geethasingh9228 2 жыл бұрын

Ah, wow, auntie such a wonderful gift, n son enjoy using it, will make life easier, like trotter beans etc

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, thank you we will have to give that a shot in here. Just a question, does the pressure cooker not retain the "smell" when cooking trotters and beans for instance?

@ashajagaroo8576 2 жыл бұрын

Well done. You will love it once you get used to it. I can't live without one. It's made life so easy. Before it I would only have time to make Biryani's etc on weekends but with this tool it can be a weekday meal too. I even braise my dhal in one go at the beginning then add the dhal and water and seal and when it's done it's ready to eat.

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Wow you can use it to make biryani? I must maybe do some research on how I can do that as well? Do you just sauté at the beginning and then add the rest of the ingredients? Also please give us indication on time and pressure settings…

@ashajagaroo8576 2 жыл бұрын

I will jot down the method and mail it to you.

@gervasemunien3218 2 жыл бұрын

I also would love to make breyani in my pressure cooker but my cooker is an older model and doesnt have the saute function

@ashajagaroo8576 2 жыл бұрын

@@gervasemunien3218 Mine doesn't either. You don't need it. You can use any of the other functions like Meat/Chicken and it works the same.

@neetaarjun5019 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tutorial. I have always had a whistling pressure cooker but recently bought a digital Bennett Read. So this show and tell is of great help. Thank you again. NAMASTE 🙏 PS: will appreciate some tips on actual cooking in it😊

@GaithreeDeviLuckan Жыл бұрын

We have a couple recipes we made in it, here are the links: Spicy lentil soup: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/p7mcg5yGzszFY58.html Mutton curry: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/n69zd8uTy9OnhWw.html

@neetaarjun5019 Жыл бұрын

🙏😊

@GraddyG 3 ай бұрын

There's nothing wrong with the whistling one..😂

@matambelaconstance2890 Ай бұрын

Thank you very much, it wasn't for you my pressure would have turned another year without being used. My first attempt was traumatic ❤

@GaithreeDeviLuckan Ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

@denisejoubert68 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, I can now operate my pressure cooker.

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 4 ай бұрын

glad it helps!

@mytruereviewsandgenuineinf1131 10 ай бұрын

Thank you. This video helped me..

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 9 ай бұрын

I'm glad it did!

@shenaazkhan742 11 ай бұрын

Thank you aunty!

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 11 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

@baheyahendricks4885 Ай бұрын

Thank you you brave Sister

@GaithreeDeviLuckan Ай бұрын

Thanks a lot!

@vake506 2 жыл бұрын

Auntie, it was a wonderful decision to start using pressure cooker. We used our pressure cooker to pressure mutton. We don’t use a electric pressure cooker, our is a manual pressure cooker that cook on a gas stove. Our dhal cooked for 45 minutes on a natural gas stove. 🇬🇾🇬🇾🇬🇾🇬🇾

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Yes will have to start trying it for more recipes. Do you have to count the "whistles" on your cooker?

@vake506 2 жыл бұрын

@@GaithreeDeviLuckan , no we don’t count the whistle. We pressure cook with a preset time. 🇬🇾🇬🇾🇬🇾🇬🇾

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

@@vake506 ah ok, I must learn about these things and get a handle on them!

@noahhubbell2474 10 ай бұрын

Great meals in a short time!

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 10 ай бұрын

Yes indeed!

@sudeshsatnarain4055 Жыл бұрын

Thank you aunt.

@GaithreeDeviLuckan Жыл бұрын

A pleasure!

@mariasamuel4396 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much

@GaithreeDeviLuckan Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@user-qu4qe9mg5b 3 ай бұрын

Thanks iam learning tha function

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 ай бұрын

You are welcome!

@mikespencer4922 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Aunty. This is an excellent idea. Mine is older than Noah and scares the life out of me!! I need a new one. I cerainly will trust your opinion. Good or bad.

@sheelathackorbhaga7871 2 жыл бұрын

That was funny 😆😄

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Older than Noah! Hahaha that means there was once a matching pair and Noah took two onto his boat. Somewhere the partner to yours got lost...so sad :P

@mikespencer4922 2 жыл бұрын

@@GaithreeDeviLuckan 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@mikespencer4922 2 жыл бұрын

@@GaithreeDeviLuckan maybe it evolved into a microwave???

@selg3032 2 жыл бұрын

Wow Ma you are very smart. I always need a pressure cooker .long ago I had one from those india guys but I was always afraid to use. My kids always tell me to buy a electric one but I am afraid for the steam. You must be careful when taking pit the lid. I used to use a long spoon to lift so the first hot vapor be released . Most of my friends use the stove to braise the food especially meat dishes and the put them in the pressure cooker to finish the cooking.. Will try and get some recipes for you. Good luck ma . Enjoy and God bless

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Hi thanks for the tips, yes I am still very cautious when using the pressure cooker but it's very exciting to learn new recipes or adapt the old recipes to the new cooking method...

@mildredmoyo9601 2 ай бұрын

Thank you

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@lodupeace 2 ай бұрын

Great

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@mohininaiker6361 23 күн бұрын

Looking forward to boiling nuts in it next - (that I've seen on tik-tok, a colanfer of nuts, 3 litres?? (not too sure yet) of water, rough salt - press the beans button, high pressure, 1 hour - just waiting for the nuts now - cannot wait But now Thanks to Ma Gayathri, I leant my favourite food (in 1/4 the time - dhall

@chotaconhyedoss2657 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Sweet Mama.Well, times have definitely changed. Electric pressure cookers of today are more like a fast version of a slow cooker and have little-to-no risk.An Instant Pot can be intimidating for a new user. There are so many buttons and safety warnings. However, I guarantee that once you get started, you’ll wonder what you ever did without your Instant Pot.Enjoy your new mother`s gift and awaiting future instant pot recipes of your classic recipes which I`m sure you will conquer easily.

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Chota for the words of encouragement! Yes will experiment with more recipes and present them on the channel soon!

@matloulebogang161 Жыл бұрын

I have the same pressure cooker and I tried to use it today. I cooked samp but I didn't know I have to put that thing on the sealed. It was sealed and I tried to open but the lid stuck. Ok thanks I leaned that I have to release the steam then open.

@GaithreeDeviLuckan Жыл бұрын

Yes I think that is a safety measure to avoid burns.

@kitana7317 Жыл бұрын

This aunty is such a sweet ♥.

@GaithreeDeviLuckan Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@marlenebornman1841 2 жыл бұрын

Very smart

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@feonascarrim6412 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this it was lovely watching u ❤️..I recently purchased the exact same make ....please can you cook a curry or biryani ....I have not used mine as yet ...

@GaithreeDeviLuckan Жыл бұрын

We going to try a biryani soon! We made a lovely lentil soup in it: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/p7mcg5yGzszFY58.html

@jenniferpillay37 2 жыл бұрын

Hi. PRESSURE COOKER IS THE BEST... SAVE TIME.... I LUV IT...

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Yes I must get used to using it. It’s still a scary prospect for me.

@elizabethletsoso2558 2 жыл бұрын

@@GaithreeDeviLuckan Don't be scared I don't think that is that dangerous

@FlyingSparrow001 Жыл бұрын

Very nice 👍

@GaithreeDeviLuckan Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@KamoheloMapeshoane 16 күн бұрын

Hi aunty pls pls tell me how were do i press to start cooking.the start button😢

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 16 күн бұрын

Hi there. If you have the same pressure cooker the start button is the green button on the front. There is also a red stop button. However you need to make sure that the cooker is sealed properly. Make sure the lid is aligned and there is a small pin on the side (under the exhaust valve) that is out if the unit is not sealed and pops in if it is sealed. Also make sure your settings are correct and then the machine should start

@sallynaidu1000 2 жыл бұрын

Love my pressure cooker do all my cooking n biryanis 🙏🙏🙏👌

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

We are going to have to try a biryani it seems. We were actually going to start with something simpler like a lentil soup.

@lindamccracken513 9 ай бұрын

I have this cooker but I've lost my book. How don't remember how to use it under manuel. Can you help?

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 9 ай бұрын

Hi there, what are you trying to cook in it? We can say how we do that specific item.

@margishackle8733 Жыл бұрын

Can you tell me which is “sealing” position? I think its “closed” but then the drawing shows steam releasing.

@GaithreeDeviLuckan Жыл бұрын

Hi Margi. I just had a look at my pressure cooker and I think I get what you are saying. The label I think was an after thought. So the engraved drawing showing the steam releasing I think is meant to indicate that the switch is the vent switch. Then I think someone realised they needed to show the open and closed position for the vent and the sticker showing sealed and exhaust was added afterwards to show which position was which. At the start of cooking you will need to have the vent in the sealed position.

@ShivShakthiPreena05 2 жыл бұрын

Well done maa❤️❤️❤️😘😘😘😘😘

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Preena!

@ShivShakthiPreena05 2 жыл бұрын

@@GaithreeDeviLuckan 💕

@MH-zo2mz 11 ай бұрын

Mine is sanford and idont know how to oprate could you help me

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 11 ай бұрын

Hi there, I am still learning on the Bennett Read so I am not sure how the Sanford brand would work. I will leave the comment up and maybe some of the viewers can help.

@mariumkhalid3357 6 ай бұрын

Is it Sanford pressure cooker ?

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 6 ай бұрын

Hi there it’s a Bennett Read

@tsebomalumise3827 10 ай бұрын

Hey Pranesh, where have you been

@carikabester8335 Жыл бұрын

This ouma is so cute

@GaithreeDeviLuckan Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@GraddyG 3 ай бұрын

For mohodu is meat option?

@GaithreeDeviLuckan 3 ай бұрын

We have done a lamb curry so meat is an option. Mohodu should be fine, just not sure how to then make sure the next dish cooked does not take on the mohodu flavour. Here's how I make my tripe as well: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ntKneZWVtNfSkZc.html

@kiddcartel_sa Жыл бұрын

I have a recipe for corned beef in the pressure cooker.

@GaithreeDeviLuckan Жыл бұрын

We don't eat beef for religious reasons. But feel free to share it in the comments.

@jecquelinekentshitswe8213 Жыл бұрын

I'm having a challenge closing the cooker😢

@GaithreeDeviLuckan Жыл бұрын

I think you have to make sure that the inner rubber seal and metal plate is seated properly and then also check the alignment when closing the lid. It shouldn't offer too much resistance else you doing something wrong...

@jecquelinekentshitswe8213 Жыл бұрын

It was a manufacturing fault. Exchanged and working perfectly