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Cooked basmati rice in an Instant Pot with a wooden spoon stuck in it.
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Instant Pot Basmati Rice

Learn how to cook Instant Pot Basmati Rice with this simple recipe, which turns out fluffy and clump-free every time! Using a no-soak method in the pressure cooker, long-grain white basmati rice is cooked until perfectly tender.
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time26 minutes
Total Time28 minutes
Course: Dinner, lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Indian
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 1 - 1 ¼ cups water
  • 1 Tbsp. Butter or oil
  • ¼ - ½ tsp. Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Place rice in a fine mesh strainer. Rinse under cold water for 1 minute, or until liquid runs clear.
  • Add rice, water, butter, or oil, and salt to a 6-quart Instant Pot.
    ▪ If you like softer rice: add 1 ¼ cups water.
    ▪ If you prefer firmer rice: add 1 cup water.
  • Cover Instant Pot with the lid and move the pressure release valve to the sealed position. Using the pressure cook or manual function, set the timer for 6 minutes on high pressure. (It will take the pressure cooker about 5-10 minutes to fully pressurize.)
  • Once the timer goes off, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes. Move the pressure release handle to the venting position to let any remaining steam escape. Open the lid once the float valve goes down.
  • Use a fork to fluff up the rice and serve immediately.

Notes

  • 1 cup of dried rice equals 3 cups of cooked rice.
  • One serving equals ½ cup cooked rice.

Meal Prep and Storage

  • To Store: Cooked basmati rice will keep well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.
  • To Freeze: Leftover rice can also be frozen in a freezer-safe bag or storage container for up to 4-6 months. Portioning out individual servings ahead of time will help with thawing and single-serving use.
  • To Reheat: Leftover rice is best reheated in the microwave, with a few tablespoons of water sprinkled throughout to help rehydrate it. Warm it 30 seconds at a time, stirring between, until soft and heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 130kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 101mg | Potassium: 35mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 62IU | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg