If you have ever struggled with overcooked mushy rice or, even worse, found yourself crunching on undercooked rice, learn How To Make Perfect Rice In Instant Pot! This method guarantees light, fluffy, perfectly cooked rice every single time!
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Like many, I used to make rice on the stovetop, carefully measuring the water and rice, only to end up with inconsistent results. Then, I used a rice cooker that worked well but eventually gave out.
That's when the Instant Pot revolutionized my kitchen. Jasmine rice? Perfect. Brown rice? Nailed it. Sushi rice? No problem.
I love to serve this rice with Instant Pot Black Beans, Smoked Pork Butt Burnt Ends, and Air Fryer Broccoli and Cauliflower for a delicious meal.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Perfectly fluffy rice every time.
- You can use white rice, brown rice, long grain rice, or short grain rice.
- The sealed environment always ensures fluffy rice.
- The rice-to-water ratio is always 1:1, with the exception of wild rice.
- You can use any type of rice.
- No more burnt or crunchy rice.
- You can cook a small amount or a large amount.
Recipe Ingredients
All you need are two ingredients for this easy recipe:
Ingredient Notes:
- Rice. You can use any rice you want. I used Jasmine, but you can also use Basmati or Sushi rice. Any short-grain rice or long-grain rice will work.
- Water. Cold filtered water will give you the best flavor.
See the printable recipe card for exact measurements and a full list of ingredients.
How To Make Perfect Rice In Instant Pot
Step By Step Instructions
Step 1: Rinse rice under cold water using a fine-mesh colander until the water runs clear. Sushi rice requires more rinsing with water before it runs clear than other kinds of rice.
Step 2: Measure rice and water, maintaining a 1:1 ratio, and add to the pressure cooker. (1 cup of rice equals 3 cups of cooked rice).
Step 3: Place the lid on the Instant Pot and set it to "Seal" or touch the Rice button. Set the timer to 5 minutes for sushi rice, Jasmine rice, or Basmati rice; 25 minutes for brown rice; and 30 minutes for wild rice.
Step 4: Let the pressure cooker naturally release, and after the indicator drops, carefully open the lid and fluff rice with a fork.
Cook times for different types of rice
The cook times for different kinds of rice are:
- Jasmine or Basmati: 5 minutes high pressure, natural release.
- Sushi rice: 5 minutes high pressure, natural release.
- Brown rice: 25 minutes high pressure, natural release.
- Wild rice: 30 minutes high pressure, natural release. (Wild rice needs an extra cup of water for every 2 cups of rice).
Serving Suggestions
I serve this pressure-cooked rice with Boneless Skinless Air Fryer Chicken Thighs, Air Fryer Boneless Pork Chops, Pellet Grill Smoked Whole Chicken, and Creamy Coconut Shrimp.
It also goes great with Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon, Food Court Bourbon Chicken, Oven-Baked Cod Fillet In Shrimp Sauce, Oven-Baked Maple Soy Glazed Salmon, and Classic Meatloaf With Oats.
Common Questions
Rice expands as it cooks, so never fill your Instant Pot more than two-thirds. On average, 1 cup of rice yields 3 cups of cooked rice. This means you can cook 2.5 cups in a 3-quart Instant Pot, 4 cups in a 6-quart, and 6 cups in an 8-quart pressure cooker. I usually cook 5 cups of rice in my 8-quart Instant Pot, which gives me perfect pressure-cooked rice every time.
A quick rinse under cold water removes excess starch and impurities, ensuring your rice is perfect and non-sticky. Use a fine-mesh strainer and rinse with cold water until it runs clear.
Always, always, natural release. This ensures that the rice will be cooked perfectly every single time. Just be patient for a few more minutes. It will be worth the wait. Promise.
Storage
Refrigerator
Store leftover rice in an airtight container or plastic bag for up to 4 days.
Freezer
Place rice in a freezer bag and store for up to 3 months.
Reheating
Add a couple of tablespoons of water or an ice cube to the rice to add moisture. Reheat on the stovetop, in the microwave, or air fryer.
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Recipe
Perfect Instant Pot Jasmine Rice
Equipment
- Instant Pot
Ingredients
- 2 cups Jasmine rice
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Place jasmine rice in a fine-mesh colander and rinse under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Measure out the amount of rice you want and add it to the Instant Pot. Remember, 1 cup of rice equals 3 cups of cooked rice. Measure out an equal amount of water and add it to the Instant Pot.
- Place the lid on the Instant Pot and set it to "Seal." Set the timer to 5 minutes.
- Let the pressure cooker naturally release, and after the indicator drops down, carefully remove the lid and fluff rice with a fork.
Recipe Notes:
- Rice-to-Water Ratio: 1:1 for most types. Exception: Wild rice needs an extra cup of water per 2 cups of rice.
- Rinse Rice: Use a fine-mesh strainer to remove extra starch and impurities.
- Cook Times for Different Rice:
- Jasmine/Basmati: 5 min, natural release.
- Sushi: 5 min, natural release.
- Brown: 25 min, natural release.
- Wild: 30 min, natural release.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
The provided nutritional information is an estimate per serving. Accuracy is not guaranteed.
Genevieve says
I love that you can make this recipe in the instant pot! Rice is my favorite side dish.
Jamie says
This is such a handy recipe to have on hand! It's so convenient making this in an instant pot and I love how fluffy it is!
Ramona says
I have never tried cooking my rice it in the Instant pot before. Definitely worth the try- it was so good! I am a convert now. Easy and cooked to perfection.
Jessica Formicola says
I love how quickly rice can be made in the Instant Pot! And this recipe comes out fluffy every single time!
Jill says
Seems simple enough, but you won't believe how much I need this sometimes! Thanks!