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Easy Instant Pot Baby Potatoes

Published on September 22, 2019 by simplyvegetarian777

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These Instant Pot Baby Potatoes are so easy to make, almost dump and go. It is one of those basic recipes to know by heart. I first “boiled” them in the Instant Pot and then made Fiesta Potatoes in the magic machine.

Important – Complete Recipe is given at the bottom of the post in a RECIPE CARD. Scroll down towards the end for the same. In between, there is important information about the recipe and some tips.

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How to cook baby potatoes in Instant Pot?

Super Easy Baby Potatoes cooked in Instant Pot

How to make Instant Pot Baby Potatoes?

Now we all know that steaming or cooking potatoes is no rocket science. Every household makes potatoes all around the world. While I write this, I bet there are people already making some now. 

Since the use of potatoes is so versatile, I always keep a stash of steamed potatoes in my refrigerator. Makes my life easier on busy days.

Can I cook any kind of potatoes in Instant Pot?

Absolutely yes. You can steam and cook any kind of potatoes in your IP. I use my IP to make all kind of curries that use potatoes in it like this Aloo Matar Curry and Aloo Baingan Curry.

The size of the potato can affect the time of cooking in IP, but yes you can do it. My choice of potatoes is Yukon Gold for larger potatoes. Though I have cooked Russett also in IP and they come out great too.

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Why should I cook Baby Potatoes in Instant Pot?

I love cooking these in IP. The reasons are simple –

  • Mess-Free Cooking. I use steamer basket to boil/steam/cook these potatoes. They get cooked as well as they come out dry.
  • It is a dump and cook recipe. Yes, it is that simple. Just place in IP. Press the button and forget.
  • Once these are steamed/cooked, these can be further seasoned to your liking. I have seasoned them with Fiesta Fajita Seasoning.

What kind of Steamer Basket to steam Baby Potatoes?

I used the one that came with the accessories set.

If you are looking to buy it separately then here are a few options.


How to make Instant Pot Spicy Baby Potatoes

Spicy Instant Pot Baby Potatoes

How to Cook Baby Potatoes in Instant Pot?

Cooking Baby Potatoes in Instant Pot is like 1-2-3. Yes, it is that easy. And this is how you do it.

  • Wash the baby potatoes thoroughly and remove any dirt on top. Place these babies inside the steamer basket.
  • Take your IP and place the inner pot inside. Plug it in.
  • Pour 1 cup of water inside the inner pot. If you are using the steamer that I have used, then place the short trivet inside.  And if you are using the steamer basket that already has the legs, then skip the trivet.
  • Place the steamer basket inside the inner pot. Close the lid and set the valve to SEALING. 
  • Press the Manual/Pressure Cooker Mode and set it on HIGH for 5 minutes. 
  • As the timer goes off, follow NPR (natural pressure release). 
  • Once the safety valve drops down, open the lid and take the steamer basket out.

What I like about this method is that the potatoes get steamed and still are not drenched in the water. Easier to peel or season right away.

Steamed Baby Potato Recipe Ideas

Once you have the steamed baby potatoes ready, there are endless possibilities. I am stating some recipe ideas below-

  • Italian Herbed Baby Potatoes
  • Rosemary & Lemon Baby Potatoes
  • Indian Curry Spices Baby Potatoes
  • Jerk Seasoning Baby Potatoes
  • Simple Salt & Pepper Baby Potatoes
  • Ranch Seasoned Baby Potatoes
  • Garlic Butter Baby Potatoes
  • Tex Mex Style Fajita Baby Potatoes – find the recipe below in the recipe card.

Ingredients Used in Fiesta Baby Potatoes Recipe

Fajita Seasoning

Olive Oil

Salt

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Instant Pot Baby Potatoes – Fajita Potatoes Recipe

Instant Pot Easy Potato Recipe
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4.56 from 9 votes

Instant Pot Baby Potatoes

The easiest way to steam the baby potatoes in Instant Pot. Later seasoned with fajita seasoning, this is perfect one-pot recipe that is good as a snack or the side at the dinner table.
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword dinner side, fiesta recipes, glutenfree appetizer, instant pot baby potatoes, vegan snack
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 4
Author simplyvegetarian777

Equipment

  • Instant Pot 6 quart or Mealthy Multipot
  • Electric Pressure Cooker
  • Steamer basket for instant pot

Ingredients

  • 24 ounce or 1&1/2 pounds Baby Potatoes (medley or golden)
  • 1 cup Water

Fiesta Baby Potatoes

  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 1 tbsp Fajita Seasoning or choose the seasoning of choice

Instructions

  • Wash the baby potatoes thoroughly and remove any dirt on top. Place these babies inside the steamer basket.
  • Take your Instant Pot and place the inner pot inside. Plug it in. Pour 1 cup of water inside the inner pot. If you are using the steamer that I have used, then place the short trivet inside.  And if you are using the steamer basket that already has the legs, then skip the trivet.

  • Place the steamer basket inside the inner pot. Close the lid and set the valve to SEALING. Press the Manual/Pressure Cooker Mode and set it on HIGH for 5 minutes. As the timer goes off, follow NPR (natural pressure release). Once the safety valve drops down, open the lid and take the steamer basket out.
  • Instant Pot Baby Potatoes are ready.

Instant Pot Spicy Fiesta Potatoes

  • Take the steamer basket out. Set it aside. Throw out any remaining water inside the inner pot. Dry it with a kitchen towel. Set it back inside the Instant Pot. Plug it back in.
  • Press the Saute Button and set it on High for 10 minutes. Once the screen displays HOT, add oil to it. After a few seconds, add salt and fajita seasoning. Stir and then add steamed baby potatoes. Coat them well with the spice mix. Crisp them on the saute mode for about 5 minutes. Stir in between.
  • Squeeze some lime juice on top and serve these hot.

Notes

  1. You can make these in advance and heat in the mircowave for later.
  2. Also you can crisp these in the oven at 400*F till the required crispness.
  3. You can use any spice mix to season these. If you do not have fajita seasoning, you may use cajun or taco seasoning.

I am sure you are going to try this recipe soon. Please leave your feedback and rate the recipe when you try it. Feel free to ask any questions in the comments section. 

Sonal

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Comments

  1. Soniya

    September 25, 2019 at 11:04 am

    This looks so delicious and easy to make! Very well explained!

    Reply
  2. Adrianne

    September 25, 2019 at 11:02 am

    You make this recipe look so easy in the instant pot. Potatoes are the best side dish ever and I can see these being made again and again. Thanks for a great handy recipe.

    Reply
  3. Charla

    September 25, 2019 at 10:58 am

    I love baby potatoes and would love to try some of the variations that you have listed.

    Reply
  4. Erica

    September 25, 2019 at 10:41 am

    Dangg this is sure a handy recipe. I’ll be giving this one a try on weeknights for sure!

    Reply
  5. Adriana

    September 25, 2019 at 10:27 am

    I love reaosted potatoes but have not tried to make them in the Instant Pot this si a time saver indeed need to make them soon!

    Reply
  6. Juli

    September 25, 2019 at 10:26 am

    MMMMMM….these look so good. I just made instant pot baby potatoes yesterday. I wish I would have seen this then. I am excited to try it with fajita spices. Thank you for sharing these amazing!!!

    Reply
  7. Jennie

    September 25, 2019 at 9:56 am

    I love the fact that anyone can perfectly cook potatoes in about 15 minutes in an Instant Pot. It is so awesome!

    Reply

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