Kuhn Rikon 3342 5-quart pressure cooker

Product identity

The Kuhn Rikon 3342 is a 5-quart saucepan-style pressure cooker built from 18/10 stainless steel. It is designed for home cooks who prepare meals for three to five people and want a single pot for pressure cooking, steaming and canning. A trivet is included for steaming vegetables or seafood above the cooking liquid. The pot is Swiss engineered and manufactured in Switzerland.

Practical limits

The 5-quart capacity sets a firm ceiling on batch size; larger roasts or big-bone stocks will not fit. Canning is limited to eight half-pint jars or four one-pint jars per cycle, so high-volume preserving requires multiple runs. The solid thermal aluminum sandwich in the base promotes even browning and rapid heat absorption, yet the pot still relies on a conventional stovetop for its energy source. Users must manage heat manually to maintain the correct pressure level.

Build and daily use

The 18/10 stainless steel body resists corrosion and does not react with acidic ingredients. At 8.20 units the pot feels substantial but remains manageable when full. The saucepan profile with long handle and helper handle allows secure lifting and pouring on a crowded hob. The included trivet nests inside the pot for compact storage. All components are dishwasher safe, simplifying cleanup after pressure cooking or canning sessions.