how to cook rice in instant pot

Instant pot is a multi-cooker that can make your cooking easier. However, it is not only for making soup or stew. It can make rice too. Yes, you can make rice in an instant pot. In this blog post, I will show you how to make perfect rice in your instant pot.

 

Preparing the Rice: Selecting the Right Rice Variety, Cleaning and Rinsing the Rice

Cleaning and rinsing uncooked rice is an important step in the cooking process. Unwashed rice contains starch that, once cooked, is attached to the grain. Since this starch can give the rice a gluey texture, it is important to rinse rice before using it in cooking. Most cooks prefer prewashed rice since it is much easier to clean.

 

Despite these benefits, prewashed rice is not the only option available to cooks. If prewashed rice is unavailable, cleaning rice at home can be simple. Begin by selecting the best variety of rice for the particular dish you are cooking. Long-grain rice can be used for dishes such as risotto, while shorter grains work better in pilaf or pilaf-type dishes.

 

The next step is to clean the rice before cooking. Using a brief soak or a gentle boil, soak the rice in cool water. This will remove excess starch and any remaining bits of dirt. Be sure to rinse the rice well before beginning to cook.

Calculating Water to Rice Ratio: Calculating the Amount of Water Needed for Cooking Different Types of Rice

When you’re cooking rice in the Instant Pot, it’s important to keep in mind the water-to-rice ratio. This ratio will determine the amount of water that needs to be added to the Instant Pot before cooking the rice.

 

The water-to-rice ratio for Instant Pot rice is 1:1.5. This means that you will need 1 and 1/5 cups of water for every cup of rice. If you’re cooking white or long-grain rice, you will want to add more water than if you’re cooking brown rice.

 

The water-to-rice ratio is an important factor when cooking rice in the Instant Pot. By following the ratio, you’ll be able to cook the rice perfectly every time.

Setting the Pressure Cooker: Setting the Pressure Release Valve, Setting the Time and Temperature

The basic steps for using the Instant Pot are to:

 

Set the Pressure Release Valve: Set the Instant Pot to the “On” position. Turn the steam release lever to “Sealing.” Press the “-” button until the numbers are flashing and the display shows “0.” Press the “+” button until the display shows the number of pounds per hour (e.g., 3). This number represents the amount of pressure that will be maintained in the Instant Pot. Press “Adjust” until the display shows the “-” button (the number “0”). Press “Adjust” until the display shows “00.” Press the “-” button until the display shows the number of minutes (e.g., 3). This number represents the amount of time the Instant Pot will maintain the pressure. Press “Adjust” until the display shows the “+” button (the number “0”). Press “Adjust” until the display shows “00.” Press the “-” button until the display shows the number of seconds (e.g., 0). This number represents the amount of time the Instant Pot will maintain the pressure. Press “Adjust” until the display shows the “+” button (the number “0”). Press “Adjust” until the display shows “00.” Press the “-” button until the display shows “00.”

 

Set the Time and Temperature: Press the “+” button until the display shows the number of pounds per hour (e.g., 3). This number represents the amount of pressure that will be maintained in the Instant Pot. Press “Adjust” until the display shows the “+” button (the number “0”). Press “Adjust” until the display shows “00.” Press the “+” button until the display shows the number of minutes (e.g., 24). This number represents the amount of time the Instant Pot will maintain the pressure. Press “Adjust” until the display shows the “+” button (the number “0”). Press “Adjust” until the display shows.

Cooking the Rice: Adding Rice and Water to the Instant Pot, Secure the Lid, and Cook the Rice

The quickest, easiest way to cook rice in the Instant Pot involves adding rice and water to the pot, securing the lid, and pressing “Rice.” In less than 20 minutes, you’ll have perfectly cooked rice.

 

Measure the rice: Measure out the rice, rinse it thoroughly and drain it. Use 1 cup of uncooked rice for every 2 cups of water. Since rice expands during cooking, do not overfill the pot.

 

Add the rice and water: Place the rinsed and drained rice in the Instant Pot.

 

Add the water: Measure out the water and pour it into the pot. If you’re short, add just enough water to cover the rice and make sure it is level with the top of the rice.

 

Secure the lid: Secure the Instant Pot’s lid and turn the steam release handle to the “Sealing” position.

 

Press “Rice” or manual mode: Turn the steam release handle to the “Venting” position and press “Manual” or “Rice.” The pot will begin the cooking cycle.

 

Press the “Keep Warm” button: When the cooking cycle is complete, the Instant Pot will automatically switch to “Keep Warm” mode. Leave the lid on the pot, so the rice continues to cook.

 

Press the “Cancel” button: To stop the cooking cycle, press the “Cancel” button. The pot will switch to the “Keep Warm” mode again.

 

Let the pot sit for a few more minutes: Let the pot sit for a few minutes after the cooking cycle ends. The rice will continue to cook in the residual heat.

 

Fluff the rice: Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

Releasing the Pressure: Natural Pressure Release Method, Quick Pressure Release Method

There are two methods that you can use to release the pressure in your instant pot. You can use natural pressure release or quick pressure release.

 

Natural Pressure Release Method: The Natural Pressure Release method can take between fifteen and twenty minutes. However, this method is how the pot is designed and, therefore, is the safest one to use.

 

Quick Pressure Release Method: The Quick Pressure release method takes a much shorter amount of time, usually around five to ten minutes. With this release method, you manually release the pressure by turning the steam release valve to “Venting.”

 

Quick Pressure Release Method:

 

1. Press the “Steam” button.
2. Press the “Cancel” button.
3. Turn the steam release valve to the “Venting” position.
4. Press the “Keep Warm/Cancel” button.

Finishing and Serving the Rice: Fluffing the Rice with a Fork, Serving the Rice with Your Favorite Recipe

To finish and serve the rice, fluffing the rice with a fork is best. This way, the rice will separate, making it easier to scoop and even easier to eat.

 

If your rice cooker has a dispenser, try serving it with your favorite recipe. Instant pot butter chicken is always a hit. The rice will be perfect every time.