Instant Pot White Rice
This recipe for Instant Pot Rice is a quick and easy, fool-proof method for cooking fluffy, tender white rice every time. Works for any variety of long-grain white rice--jasmine rice, basmati rice, Carolina rice, and more!
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 2 cups long-grain white rice
- 2 cups liquid water or broth
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt optional
Instructions
- Measure out 2 cups long-grain white rice and place it into a fine mesh colander. Rinse under cold water for 1-2 minutes until the water runs clear. Alternatively, place the rice inside a large bowl, cover with water, strain the water from the rice using a fine mesh strainer, and repeat 2-3 times until the water runs clear.
- Add the rinsed rice to the inner pot, along with 2 cups liquid and ½ teaspoon kosher salt. Use a spoon or spatula to gently push the rice down into the liquid, so that it is fully submerged in the liquid.
- Place the lid on the instant pot and be sure the venting knob is sealed. Set the cooking time by hitting manual or pressure cook and use the +/- buttons to set the cooking time to 3 minutes on High Pressure.
- Once the cooking time has elapsed, allow the pressure to release naturally for at least 10-15 minutes. It is okay to leave the pressure cooker on the keep warm function.
- After the pressure has been released remove the lid from the pressure cooker. Fluff the rice with a fork to separate the grains without breaking them apart. Serve as desired.
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Notes
Storage: Cool the rice fully before placing it into a storage container. Store the rice in an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Alternatively, place the rice into a freezer-safe container and store it in the freezer for up to 3 months.
To reheat refrigerated or defrosted rice, place the rice in a heat-safe container. Sprinkle rice with 1-2 teaspoons of water. Reheat in the microwave, in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the rice is hot.
Adjusting the amount of rice: You can double this recipe using a 6 or 8-quart recipe. And can cut the recipe in half if using an 3 or 6-quart. Just keep in mind never to fill the inner pot more than halfway.
Nutrition
Calories: 225kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 201mg | Potassium: 71mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.5mg
