Description
Instant Pot Rice is a game-changing recipe that guarantees fluffy, perfectly cooked grains in just minutes. This versatile dish complements any meal and is a must-try for every home cook.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain rice (jasmine or basmati recommended)
- 1 cup water or broth
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- Add rinsed rice, water or broth, salt, and optional butter/oil to the Instant Pot.
- Secure the lid and select 'Rice' mode, or set to high pressure for 3 minutes.
- Allow a natural release for 10 minutes before carefully venting any remaining steam.
- Fluff rice gently with a fork and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (158g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, use vegetable or chicken broth instead of water. - Experiment with herbs, spices, or even diced vegetables for variety. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days; reheat with a splash of water to restore moisture.