Description
This Instant Pot Jasmine Rice recipe delivers perfectly fluffy, aromatic jasmine rice with minimal effort. Using the Instant Pot ensures an even cooking process with wonderfully tender grains every time. This simple and quick recipe requires just a few ingredients and is an ideal side dish for any meal.
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 water, gently swirling the grains with your hand until the water runs clear to remove excess starch and prevent clumping.
- Add ingredients to Instant Pot: Place the rinsed rice into the Instant Pot, then add the 1 1/4 cups of water, the optional butter, and a pinch of salt for seasoning.
- Cook under high pressure: Close the Instant Pot lid securely, ensure the valve is set to sealing, and select the high pressure cooking mode. Set the timer for 4 minutes to cook the rice perfectly.
- Natural pressure release: When cooking completes, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes to let the rice continue steaming gently.
- Quick release and fluff: After the natural release, carefully perform a quick release to remove any remaining pressure. Open the lid, fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains, and serve hot.
Notes
- Rinsing rice helps remove surface starch and prevents stickiness.
- Butter is optional but adds a rich flavor and silkier texture.
- Natural pressure release is crucial for fluffy rice as it finishes cooking gently.
- Use fresh jasmine rice for the best aroma and taste.
- Adjust water slightly if you prefer softer or firmer rice.
