How to Make Instant Pot® Peppery Rutabaga - A Step-by-Step Guide

Rutabaga, a root vegetable that is often overlooked in the kitchen, is the star of this delicious and simple recipe for Instant Pot® Peppery Rutabaga. With its slightly sweet and nutty flavor, rutabaga is the perfect base for this dish, which is elevated by the addition of peppery seasonings and cooked to perfection in the Instant Pot®. Whether you are a rutabaga enthusiast or trying it for the first time, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite in your meal rotation.

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds rutabaga, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Combine rutabaga and water in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 7 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Drain rutabaga in a colander and return to Instant Pot®. Select Saute function. Cook on low until rutabaga starts to sizzle, about 5 minutes. Cancel Saute mode. Season with brown sugar, butter, and pepper. Use an immersion blender to mash rutabaga until smooth. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
  • Nutrition

    121 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 8mg
    • Sodium: 650mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 57mg
    • Calcium: 115mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 778mg