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How Long to Cook Salmon Fillets (Frozen Solid / No-Thaw) in the instant pot
Specification: 6 oz frozen solid salmon fillets, placed on trivet above 1 cup water with lemon slices, seasoned with dill
Target Temp
240°F (116°C)
Pressure Level
Total Time
5–6 mins
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
No Flip
Continuous Cook
Internal Safe Temp
145°F (63°C) internal
USDA Safe Pull
Release: quick release (5 min pressure + 2 min release)
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
3-Step Execution Protocol
1
Preheat & Prep
Add salmon fillets (frozen solid / no-thaw) (6 oz frozen solid salmon fillets, placed on trivet above 1 cup water with lemon slices, seasoned with dill) to the Instant Pot inner pot. Seal the lid and set the valve to Sealing. Select 240°F (116°C) for 5–6 mins.
2
Pressure Cook
Cook at 240°F (116°C) for 5–6 mins. Use quick release.
3
Check & Rest
Opaque pink throughout, flakes into tender sheets under fork pressure, 145°F center probe. After quick release, carefully open the lid away from you. Let stand 2 minutes before serving.
Verification Basis & Testing Rig
USDA FSIS Safe Cooking of Frozen Fish (145°F); Instant Pot Official Seafood Cooking Guide.
Pro Tip: Perform an immediate Quick Release (QR) when the timer beeps; salmon overcooks into rubber if left under residual pressure.
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