Turmeric Free Instant Pot Hard-Boiled Eggs
Hard-boiled eggs are one of those kitchen staples that seem simple until you're dealing with rubbery whites, greenish yolks, or shells that tear the egg apart on the way off. The Instant Pot takes all the guesswork out of the process, delivering consistently perfect results every single time. A quick pressure cook followed by a natural release and an ice bath is really all it takes to nail that tender white and creamy, fully-set yolk. For anyone avoiding certain spices and additives — turmeric included — eggs are a naturally clean protein, and this method keeps things completely pure with just water, eggs, and ice. No seasoning packets, no pre-mixed brines, nothing hidden. The trick of peeling under a thin stream of running water starting at the wider end is a genuine game-changer, and those shells really do slip right off. Meal prep, snacking, egg salad, deviled eggs — this one recipe covers a lot of ground.
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6 servings
- 12 large eggs
- 1 cup water
- ice, for the ice bath
Instructions
- 1
Pour 1 cup of water into the Instant Pot insert. Place the trivet or steamer basket inside. Arrange the eggs in a single layer on the trivet — they can touch but should not be stacked.
- 2
Lock the lid and set the pressure-release valve to Sealing. Cook on Manual (High Pressure) for 5 minutes. While the eggs cook, fill a large bowl with cold water and a generous amount of ice.
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