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Easy & Fluffy Instant Pot Rice

This Instant Pot Fluffy Rice is tender, light, and flavorful every time! Please keep reading to learn my fool-proof secret to cooking perfect rice in the Instant Pot. Ready in about 15 minutes. A guide to cooking different kinds of rice in the Instant Pot is included.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings 6 serving
Calories 268kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (400 g) white rice
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) canola or vegetable oil
  • 2 cups (480 ml) water
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1- 2- inch piece onion (optional)
  • 1 -2- inch piece bell pepper (optional)

Instructions

  • Place rice fine mesh colander and rinse it under cold running water until the water runs clear.
  • Turn on the Instant Pot, select "Sauté", and adjust to more. Add oil. When hot, add the rinsed rice. Toast rice for 2 - 3 minutes until most moisture is absorbed and the rice starts to look a little toasted and coated with oil, stirring constantly.
  • Add water, salt, garlic, vinegar, onion (if using), and pepper (if using). Bring to a boil. Secure the lid to the Instant Pot. Close the pressure release valve. Select "manual", or "pressure cook", and adjust the cooking time to 8 minutes.
  • When the time is over, let the pressure release on its own for 5 minutes. Then, carefully turn the valve to "Venting" to release any extra pressure that might still be in there. Then remove the lid. Press "cancel".
  • Discard onion and pepper, if you used them.
  • Fluff rice with a fork and serve.

Notes

 
Store: Cooked rice leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Make sure the rice is cool down to room temperature before refrigerating or freezing.
Freezing cooked rice: To freeze cooked rice, portion it into freezer-safe containers or freezer bags. Remove as much air as possible before sealing to prevent freezer burn. Frozen rice can be stored for up to 6 months. When you're ready to use it, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight and reheat it thoroughly before serving.
My Secrets of making fluffy rice every time:
    • Rinse uncooked rice under cold water to remove the extra starch.
    • Toast rinsed rice with a little bit of unflavored oil before adding the cooking liquid.
    • Add 1 teaspoon of white vinegar to the cooking water.
    • If cooking on the stovetop, let all the cooking water evaporate, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until rice is tender.
    • When cooking in the pressure cooker, let the water bring to a boil before securing the lid. Cook for 8 minutes. Natural release for 5 minutes and then quick release. Fluff with a fork and serve.
Guide to cooking perfect rice in the Instant Pot
  • Regular white rice = 1 cup rice + 1 cup water. Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. Natural release for 5 minutes, then quick release.
  • Brown rice = 1 cup rice + 1 1/4 water. Cook on high pressure for 20 minutes. Natural release for 5 minutes, then quick release.
  • Basmati = 1 cup rice + ¾ cup water. Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. Natural release for 5 minutes, then quick release.
  • Jasmine = 1 cup rice + ¾ cup water. Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. Natural release for 5 minutes, then quick release.
  • Texmati = 1 cup rice + 1 cup water. Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. Natural release for 5 minutes, then quick release.
  • Wild rice = 1 cup rice + 1 ½ cup water. Cook on high pressure for 25 minutes. Natural release for 5 minutes, then quick release.
 
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Please note that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary depending on the products used.

Nutrition

Calories: 268kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Sodium: 395mg | Potassium: 76mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.5mg