Instant Pot Brown Rice
Ingredients
- 2 cups long grain brown rice
- 2 1/2 cups water
Directions
- 1
Place rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold water. Drain well.
- 2
Pour the rice into your Instant Pot. Add the water and stir to combine. Make sure that all of the rice is in the water and that no grains of rice are on the sides of the Instant Pot.
- 3
Close the Instant Pot lid and turn the steam valve to the sealing position.
- 4
Set the Instant Pot to pressure cook (manual) at high pressure for 22 minutes.
- 5
When it beeps to let you know that the cook time has finished, allow the pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes (just leave the Instant Pot alone).
- 6
After the 10 minute natural release, carefully turn the steam valve to the venting position. I like to use the handle of a long spoon to do this. Wait while the rest of the steam escapes. Once the pin has dropped down, carefully open the Instant Pot lid.
- 7
Fluff rice and serve.
Instant Pot Brown Rice
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About this Recipe
Tired of waiting ages for perfectly cooked brown rice on the stovetop? This Instant Pot Brown Rice recipe delivers fluffy, tender grains with minimal fuss, making healthy eating easier than ever.
The beauty of the Instant Pot lies in its ability to consistently produce perfectly cooked long grain brown rice. Its pressurized environment ensures even cooking, yielding tender, fluffy grains every time without constant monitoring. This hands-off approach frees you to focus on the rest of your meal while your rice cooks to perfection.
You can expect consistently fluffy, separate grains of long grain brown rice, each bite offering a satisfying chew and a subtle, earthy nuttiness. It's the ideal texture for soaking up sauces or serving as a hearty base for your favorite meals. This method removes the guesswork, making perfectly cooked brown rice an easy staple in your kitchen.
While this recipe uses long grain brown rice, you might adjust the water slightly for personal preference—a little less for firmer grains, a little more for softer ones. For subtle flavor, a pinch of salt can be added to the water before cooking, though the recipe ensures perfectly plain rice suitable for any dish. Consider using half water and half vegetable broth for an extra layer of savory taste.
This versatile Instant Pot Brown Rice is perfect as a wholesome side dish for weeknight dinners, for efficient meal prepping, or as the foundation for vibrant grain bowls and stir-fries.