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how to cook rice in instant pot

How to Cook Rice in Instant Pot – 30-Minute Easy Recipe


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  • Author: Merry Ava
  • Total Time: 20–25 mins
  • Yield: Servings: 4

Description

How to cook rice in Instant Pot is a game-changer for anyone craving fluffy, tender rice without the mess. Whether you’re prepping a quick weeknight dinner or batch cooking for the week, this method is creamy-soft on the inside, gently firm on the outside, and entirely hands-off.


Ingredients

  • 2 cups white rice

  • 2 cups water

  • 1 tbsp oil or butter (optional)

  • ½ tsp salt (optional)


Instructions

  • Rinse rice thoroughly and drain.

  • Add rice, water, oil, and salt to Instant Pot.

  • Lock lid and set to “Sealing.”

  • Pressure Cook on High: 4–5 mins depending on rice type.

  • Natural release for 10 mins, then vent.

  • Fluff and serve.

Notes

  • Rinse rice thoroughly and drain.

  • Add rice, water, oil, and salt to Instant Pot.

  • Lock lid and set to “Sealing.”

  • Pressure Cook on High: 4–5 mins depending on rice type.

  • Natural release for 10 mins, then vent.

  • Fluff and serve.

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 4 mins