Easy Instant Pot Rice

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Make rice in the Instant Pot just one time and you’ll never go back to the stovetop method!

Light and fluffy with the perfect bite, the Instant Pot cooks white, brown, or wild rice in a fraction of the time!

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  • The Instant Pot takes the guesswork out of cooking rice, beans, and legumes for perfect results every time.
  • Make Instant Pot rice to use as meal prep for dinners and lunches all week long!
  • Budget-friendly, healthy, and versatile!
  • Rice is a worldwide staple that’s delicious when it’s enjoyed on its own or in soups and stews, casseroles, or even desserts.

Ingredient Tips For Instant Pot Rice

Rice – White, brown, wild, Basmati, Jasmine, or any dry variety of rice can be made in the Instant Pot. Always rinse your rice in a fine mesh strainer until the water runs clear. This removes debris and excess starch that would make the rice sticky and gummy.

Water – Use water or any type of broth.

Seasonings – Add fresh or dried herbs or your favorite seasonings to the rice in Step 1.

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How to Cook Rice in an Instant Pot

Make rice in the Instant Pot just one time, and you’ll never go back to the stovetop method!

  1. Place rinsed rice, water, oil, and salt in the Instant Pot (per the recipe below).
  2. Lock the lid and cook on HIGH for 4 minutes.
  3. Allow for a natural prelease before fluffing with a fork.

Use the settings as directed in the recipe below or refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for your model. But be aware that this setting is for white long-grain rice and other varieties will cook differently.

Rice to Water Ratio

  • Long Grain White: 4-6 minutes on HIGH + 15-minute natural release. 1 cup of rice to 1 cup + 2 tablespoons of water.
  • Brown Rice: 22-25 minutes on HIGH + 15-minute natural release. 1 cup of rice to 1 cup + 2 tablespoons of water.
  • Wild Rice: 30 minutes on HIGH + 15-minute natural release. 1 cup of rice to 1 1/4 cups of water.
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Storing Leftover Rice

Store leftover Instant Pot rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave. Freeze leftover rice in freezer bags for up to 1 month.

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Instant Pot Rice

Instant Pot Rice is quick and easy to make with just 4 ingredients and a few minutes of prep!

Prep Time 4 minutes

Cook Time 4 minutes

Pressure Build & Natural Release 22 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Servings 4

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  • Rinse rice and pour into Instant Pot with water, oil, and salt.

  • Lock lid and set Instant Pot to Manual High for 4 minutes.

  • Allow to naturally release for 15 minutes.

  • Release remaining pressure, fluff rice with a fork and serve.

  • Long Grain White Rice: 4-6 minutes on high pressure + 15 minutes natural release
  • Brown Rice: 22-25 minutes on high pressure + 15 minutes natural release (brown rice requires more water than white rice. Add 1 cup rice, 1 1/3cup water)
  • Wild Rice (not a blend): 30 minutes on high pressure + 15 minutes natural release (wild rice requires more water than white rice. Add 1 cup rice and 1 2/3 cup water )
Natural Release:  When it’s done the cooking cycle, leave the Instant Pot undisturbed (do not open the lid or valve). The pressure will naturally begin to release. At the end of the 15-minute natural release, manually release any remaining pressure (by opening the valve – this can vary depending on your model) There should be very little pressure left.

4.86 from 7 votes

Calories: 60 | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 149mg | Potassium: 14mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.02g | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.1mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Course Side Dish
Cuisine American

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