I'm trying to make a recipe in my Instant Pot that calls for ingredients to be placed inside a Mason Jar, which is then put in the Instant Pot filled with water. I have a glass jar with a metal screw on lid–similar to a Mason jar, although a little wider in comparison–but I'm not sure if there's anything specific about the construcion of a Mason jar that makes it uniquely suited to withstand a pressure cooker.
Can I use my glass jar in the Instant Pot pressure cooker??
Best Answer
Jars that are not made specifically for canning are not safe in a pressure cooker. There are several manufacturers - "Mason" has become a generic term.
If you are preserving, you need a special lid with the rubber rim to correctly seal the jar. Do not reuse jars from food bought at the store.