Instant Pot Brown Rice

5 from 1 vote

Instant Pot Brown Rice is a fast way to make a soft and fluffy, fiber-rich side. No waiting for water to boil, this hands-free method cooks perfect rice with the push of a button.

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Total Time20

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings: 1 cup serving

Calories: 275kcal

Author: Jennifer Fishkind

Ingredients

2 cups dry brown rice
2½ cups water

Instructions

Rinse rice well in mesh strainer. Thoroughly drain.
2 cups dry brown rice
Add Rice and water to Instant pot. Stir to combine.
2½ cups water
Place and lock lid. Set valve to sealing. Press the Manual button twice to turn off keep warm function.
Set for 15 minutes High pressure. Allow to naturally release for 10 minutes. Quick release to remove any remaining pressure.
Fluff with a fork. Serve or freeze for later

Notes

Storage:

To Store: You can store your rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
To Freeze: To freeze, cool the rice after cooking, place it in a freezer- safe, airtight container, and freeze for up to 1 month.
To Reheat: To reheat, place the rice in a bowl, add a few drops of water, and microwave it in 30-second intervals until hot.

Tips:

If you rinse the rice before cooking, be sure to drain well to ensure the water-to-rice ratio is accurate.

The best way to measure your rice is using a scale. This will give you more accurate measurements for the brown rice versus using the rice scoop that comes with the Instant Pot or a standard measuring cup.

If your rice is too mushy or watery, reduce the water by 1/4 a cup or reduce the cooking time by 1 minute and retest it.

If your rice is too hard and dry, increase the water by ¼ cup next time before cooking, and try increasing the cooking time as well.

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