How to Make Instant Pot Wheat Berries - A Step-by-Step Guide

Wheat berries are a nutritious and versatile whole grain that can be incorporated into a variety of dishes. They are the entire wheat kernel, including the bran, germ, and endosperm, making them a great source of fiber, protein, and various vitamins and minerals. If you're looking for a new way to enjoy this healthy grain, consider trying out this Instant Pot wheat berries recipe.

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Ingredients

  • 6 cups water
  • 2 cups wheat berries
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 5 cups

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Add water and wheat berries; stir once. Close and lock the lid. Select Manual pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions and set the timer for 27 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes, then switch to the quick-release method, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  • Drain wheat berries and mix in salt.
  • Nutrition

    126 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 102mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Calcium: 17mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 141mg