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Easy Instant Pot Rice Recipe with fluffy and fragrant rice cooked in a pressure cooker.

Instant Pot Rice

A quick and reliable method for cooking fluffy white rice using the Instant Pot, perfect for pairing with various dishes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 205
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup rice (white jasmine, basmati, or long grain) Choose your preferred type of white rice.
  • 1 cup water Use the 1:1 water to rice ratio.
  • 1 pinch salt Optional for enhancing flavor.
  • 1 tbsp oil or butter Optional for better texture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the rice in a fine mesh strainer until the water runs mostly clear.
  2. Add rice and water to the Instant Pot insert.
  3. Add a pinch of salt if desired.
  4. Lock the lid and set the valve to sealing.
Cooking
  1. Pressure cook on High for 3 to 5 minutes, depending on the rice type.
  2. Allow a natural release for 10 minutes.
  3. Fluff the rice with a fork and let it sit for a minute to settle.

Notes

To fix rice that is undercooked, add 2 to 4 tablespoons of water, pressure cook again for 1 to 2 minutes, and let it natural release for 5 minutes. Rinsing rice is highly recommended for better texture.