Partner Spotlight: Raks Kitchen

“Efficient, versatile, enjoyable” – that’s how Rajeswari Vijayanand, known as Raks, sums up her Instant Pot experience.

Raks is the creative force behind Raks Kitchen, a blog showcasing simple, everyday vegetarian recipes. Based in Singapore, she’s passionate about bringing easy-to-follow cooking tips to her readers, coupled with her love for photography and exploring global cuisines.

How It Started

Raks’ first experience with Instant Pot began with Carrot Halwa, a classic Indian dessert. “I was amazed at how I could prepare it like on the stovetop, without needing to monitor it,” she says, marveling at the simplicity and convenience of the process. The ability to ‘set and forget’ has made her meal prep faster and more efficient, allowing her to multitask even on the busiest days.

“Instant Pot simplifies my cooking, giving me perfect, consistent results every time.”

Favorite Feature

When asked about her favorite function of the Instant Pot, Raks doesn’t hesitate: “The fact that I can do sautéing and pressure cooking in the same pot is a huge time saver. Plus, the ‘Burnt’ warning has been a life-saver, preventing kitchen disasters.” She also appreciates how well the Instant Pot cooks beans and lentils—soft, flavorful, and perfectly done each time.

Go-To Recipes

Raks loves experimenting with Instant Pot, especially with one-pot meals and desserts. Her favorite Instant Pot recipes include soups, Mac ‘n’ Cheese, biryanis, curries, and Indian puddings. “I also love experimenting with rice-based dishes,” she adds.

Instant Pot’s Impact

Raks explains how Instant Pot has not only improved her multitasking ability but also helped with bulk cooking, saving her precious time in the kitchen.

“I can cook in any environment, windy or air-conditioned, no sweat!”

Advice for New Users

For those hesitant to try Instant Pot, Raks offers this advice: “It’s very simple to follow instructions, and it saves a lot of time. You’ll realize how helpful it is once you start using it.”

Check out more of Raks’ Kitchen recipes:

Rasmalai

Rose Kalakand

Spicy Cashews

Follow Raks on Instagram @rakskitchen and explore more of her vegetarian recipes at Raks Kitchen.

This partner spotlight is the first in a series showcasing how passionate cooks like Raks make Instant Pot a part of their culinary journey. Stay tuned for more!