Let large cuts of meat rest before digging in

Even while you may be aware that the mouthwatering aroma of the pulled pork or pot roast you just cooked in your Instant Pot will make you want to eat it right now, rushing the process might lead to dry, stringy meat. The same justification applies as to why you should wait to chop into a grilled steak or roast chicken: When you slice hot meat, the liquids spill out onto the cutting surface rather than remaining inside the flesh, where they should be. Because of this, meat should rest for up to 20 minutes before consumption, according to the Instant Pot's manufacturers.

Tidbits claims that you can complete this resting step by choosing a slow pressure release rather than a quick release. The meat will be able to unwind and the juices will be able to circulate. Although this rule does not apply to meats that are completely submerged in liquid because the broth traps the juices in and keeps the meat pieces moist, they still concur with this statement.