Pressure Canner vs pressure cooker

I am wondering what the difference is between a pressure canner and a pressure cooker? Will they do the same thing? Isn't the difference mainly in the size e.g.: width of the bottom?? Thanx...

Best Answer

A pressure cooker basically has two settings, high (about 12.5 psi for electric, and 15 psi for stovetop) and low (4 to 7 psi). There are no gauges to accurately specify the pressure in pressure cookers.

Pressure canners, on the other hand, are generally larger, and are equipped with accurate gauges so that the user can measure the exact pressure inside the pot. It is this accurate measure of pressure (and time) that is necessary to safely can food.

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Quick Answer about "Pressure Canner vs pressure cooker"

Pressure cookers or pressure saucepans are used to rapidly cook meats, vegetables and other foods for a family meal. But they may not maintain adequate pressure, and they heat and cool too quickly to use them to safely pressure can foods. Pressure canners have either dial or weighted gauges.

Can an Instapot be used as a pressure canner?

"The Instant Pot product line is regulated by a pressure sensor instead of a thermometer; the altitude of your location may affect the actual cooking temperature. We recommend to not use Instant Pot for pressure canning," the website states.

Can you can jars in a pressure cooker?

USDA does not have recommended processes for canning in a small pressure cooker. The recommendation for using USDA pressure processes for low-acid foods is to use a canner that holds at least four (4) quart-size jars standing upright on the rack, with the lid in place.

Are pressure canners worth it?

Owning your own pressure canner can be worth it if you are looking to become more self-reliant, save money over time, you like to choose what goes into your food, and if you like feeling more secure because you have an effective means to preserve your own food.

Do you need a special pressure cooker for canning?

One is boiling water bath canning, which requires no special equipment beyond the canning jars. The other is pressure canning, which requires a very specialized piece of equipment called a pressure canner (no, that's not the same thing as a pressure cooker).