Description
This Instant Pot Jasmine Rice recipe delivers perfectly cooked, fluffy, and fragrant rice with minimal effort. Using the pressure cooker, the jasmine rice is cooked quickly while retaining its delicate aroma and texture, making it an ideal side dish for a variety of meals.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Rinse the rice: Rinse the jasmine rice under cold running water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch and prevent the rice from becoming gummy.
- Add ingredients to Instant Pot: Place the rinsed rice, water, butter (if using), and a pinch of salt into the Instant Pot’s inner pot.
- Seal and set cooking time: Secure the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to the sealing position, and cook on high pressure for 4 minutes.
- Natural pressure release: Allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes after cooking completes, then carefully perform a quick release to release any remaining pressure.
- Fluff and serve: Open the lid, fluff the cooked rice gently with a fork to separate the grains, then serve warm as a side dish or base for your favorite meals.
Notes
- Rinsing the rice is important to achieve the ideal fluffy texture by removing surface starch.
- Butter is optional but adds richness and flavor to the rice.
- Adjust water quantity slightly if using a different brand or type of jasmine rice as absorption may vary.
- Allowing natural pressure release helps complete the cooking process and preserves the rice texture.
- Store leftover rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: Asian
