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Long grain White Rice Instant Pot Recipe.

Long Grain White Rice Instant Pot Recipe

Angela Milnes
Make perfectly fluffy and tender Long Grain White Rice in your Instant Pot every time! With just the right water-to-rice ratio and a few simple steps, you’ll have a delicious, versatile side dish that’s ready in minutes. It’s an easy, foolproof method for consistently great rice!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Additional Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 3 Servings
Calories 266 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Cup White Rice
  • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 Cup Water
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley As Garnish

Instructions
 

  • Add a small amount of oil to the Instant Pot. This helps prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pot during cooking.
  • Measure out 1 cup of white rice and pour it into the Instant Pot. Next, pour 1 cup of water over the rice. The water-to-rice ratio is important to ensure perfectly cooked rice.
  • Place the lid on the Instant Pot and secure it tightly. Ensure the valve is set to the sealing position to prevent steam from escaping during cooking.
  • Tap the manual mode button on the Instant Pot and set the timer for 5 minutes. This is the time needed to cook the rice under pressure.
  • Allow the rice in the Instant Pot to pressure cook for 5 minutes. During this time, the Instant Pot will build up pressure and cook the rice evenly.
  • Once the cooking time is complete, carefully perform a quick release to let out the steam. Be cautious of the hot steam and use a utensil to switch the valve to the venting position.
  • Once the pressure has been fully released and it is safe to open the lid, use a fork to fluff the rice. This helps separate the grains and makes the rice light and fluffy.
  • Scoop the rice into a serving dish. If desired, sprinkle dried parsley over the top for added flavor and a touch of color.
  • Your perfectly cooked Instant Pot White Rice is ready to be served! Enjoy it as a side dish or as a base for your favorite main courses.

Notes

Rinse Rice for Optimal Texture: Before cooking rice, always rinse it to remove excess starch and achieve a fluffier texture in your Instant Pot.
Natural Pressure Release: Allow the remaining pressure to release naturally to enhance the rice's texture.
Mastering Cooking Rice: Follow the instructions specific to cooking rice in the Instant Pot, adjusting settings like the rice button for different varieties such as jasmine rice or basmati rice.

Nutrition

Calories: 266kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 7mgPotassium: 72mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 0.04mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
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