Ingredients
1tbspcanola oil,or as needed
½large onion,diced
8cupswater,divided
½medium head cabbage,finely shredded
¾lbbeets,grated
½lbpotatoes,cut into small cubes
2carrots,grated
1green bell pepper,chopped
3bay leaves
salt and ground black pepper,to taste
Preparation
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker and select Saute function. Add oil and onion. Cook, stirring often, until translucent for 3 to 5 minutes. Add a splash of water to stop cooking.
Add 8 cups water, cabbage, beets, potatoes, carrots, bell pepper, bay leaves, salt, and pepper to the pot. Close and lock the lid.
Select high pressure according to manufacturer’s instructions; set timer for 40 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to the manufacturer’s instructions for about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.