Partner Spotlight: Nur Sarah Daviana

How It Started

Meet Nur Sarah Daviana Abdullah, a passionate content creator who grew up in Penampang, Sabah, and now resides in Selangor for over 22 years. With a degree in Business Computing from UiTM, Shah Alam, Nur Sarah has transitioned from her academic pursuits to a fulfilling career in content creation. Outside of work, her hobbies include home decorating, DIY projects, gardening, traveling, cafe hunting, and, of course, cooking. Her zest for creativity and collaboration has been pivotal in her journey, both professionally and personally.

Her journey with the Instant Pot began with a mix of excitement and apprehension. Used to traditional cooking methods, she initially found the Instant Pot’s modern technology slightly intimidating. However, her first recipe, Sup Tulang Merah, was a success. A dish that traditionally requires hours of simmering was perfectly cooked in just 25 minutes. The experience left her impressed and ready to explore more.

Favorite Feature

For Nur Sarah, the pressure cook function is a game-changer. As a fan of soup dishes, she appreciates how this feature cuts down cooking time for recipes like meat soup and bone broth while still delivering tender, flavorful results. During festive seasons, the Instant Pot becomes an indispensable helper in her kitchen, multitasking as she prepares various dishes simultaneously.

One surprising discovery was the Instant Pot’s burn-alert feature. When making pasta for the first time, the Instant Pot’s beeping saved her dish from disaster by indicating it needed more water. This intuitive functionality, paired with its “set it and forget it” convenience, has redefined her cooking experience.

Go-to Recipes

Nur Sarah’s favorite recipe to prepare with the Instant Pot is Chicken Rice. It’s a simple yet satisfying dish where the rice and chicken cook together, saving time and ensuring a nutritious meal for her family. Other staples include soup dishes and festive recipes that benefit from the Instant Pot’s efficiency and flavor retention.

Instant Pot’s Impact

The Instant Pot has revolutionized Nur Sarah’s cooking routine, making it faster, easier, and less stressful. By reducing cooking times and minimizing cleanup, it’s allowed her to focus on other priorities while still preparing delicious, home-cooked meals. Its versatility—from sautéing to slow cooking to pressure cooking—has also eliminated the need for multiple appliances, decluttering her kitchen and simplifying her life.

Beyond convenience, the Instant Pot has inspired her to experiment with new recipes and broaden her culinary horizons. The time management and confidence she’s gained in the kitchen have translated into other areas of her life, further enhancing her personal and professional growth.

Advice for New Users

For those new to the Instant Pot, Nur Sarah recommends starting with simple recipes like chicken soup to get a feel for the appliance. Reading the manual is crucial for understanding the basics, and patience is key as you learn to navigate its features. She encourages beginners to experiment and not shy away from trying new things, as the Instant Pot’s user-friendly design makes the learning curve manageable.

Nur Sarah credits the Instant Pot for making her daily cooking routine more enjoyable and less time-consuming. As she plans to bake a cake with the Instant Pot during the school holidays, she’s excited to continue exploring its possibilities and sharing her culinary adventures with others.