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Perfect Instant Pot Brown Rice
🛒 Quick Ingredients
📋 Complete Ingredients List
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- 2 cups brown rice, rinsed and drained
- 2.5 cups water or broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- Optional: 1 bay leaf
🍳 Quick Cooking Steps
Rinse brown rice in a fine mesh strainer until water runs clear
Add rinsed rice to the Instant Pot inner pot
Add water or broth, olive oil, and salt
Optional: add bay leaf for extra flavor
Close lid and set valve to sealing position
Select Manual/Pressure Cook and set for 22 minutes at high pressure
When cooking time ends, allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes
After 10 minutes, release any remaining pressure
Remove lid and fluff rice with fork
Let stand 5 minutes before serving
🔧 Kitchen Tools & Equipment
📋 Complete Tools List
- Instant Pot
- Measuring cups
- Fine mesh strainer
- Wooden spoon
- Rice paddle or fork for fluffing
⚡ Quick Cooking Tips
Toast rice using Saut function before pressure cooking for nutty flavor
Use coconut water instead of plain water for tropical flavor
Add minced garlic or ginger for extra flavor
Mix in fresh herbs after cooking
Use broth instead of water for more flavor
Add turmeric for golden color and anti-inflammatory benefits
Mix in sauted vegetables after cooking for a complete meal
📊 Nutrition Facts
🔥 Time to Burn Calories
Walking 30min, Running 12min, Cycling 20min
📦 Storage & Meal Prep
🥶 Storage Instructions
- Cool rice completely before storing Store in airtight container in refrigerator for up to 5 days Keep rice at room temperature no longer than 2 hours
🔥 Reheating Tips
- Add 1-2 tablespoons water per cup of rice when reheating Microwave covered for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through Can reheat in Instant Pot using 'Steam' function for 2-3 minutes
⏰ Make Ahead Tips
- Cook large batch and portion for weekly meal prep Freeze individual portions in freezer-safe bags Rice can be cooked ahead and reheated as needed
❄️ Freezing Guide
- Cool rice completely before freezing Store in freezer-safe containers or bags for up to 6 months Label with date and contents Thaw overnight in refrigerator before reheating
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Serve as base for stir-fries or curry dishes Use in rice bowls with roasted vegetables and protein Perfect side dish for grilled meats or fish Mix with black beans and seasonings for burrito filling Use as base for grain-based salads
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Not rinsing rice before cooking Using too much water Quick releasing pressure immediately after cooking Forgetting to add salt Skipping the rest period after cooking
🎨 Recipe Variations
- Coconut Brown Rice: Use coconut milk for half the liquid Garlic Herb: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and fresh herbs Mexican Style: Add cumin, lime zest, and cilantro Asian Fusion: Cook with star anise and soy sauce Mediterranean: Add olive oil, lemon zest, and oregano
❓ Quick Cooking Q&A
Too much water was likely used. Stick to the 1:1.25 rice to water ratio.
Yes, keep the same rice to water ratio but add 2 minutes to cooking time.
Rinsing removes excess starch and prevents rice from becoming sticky.
Yes, any broth can be substituted for water for added flavor.
Up to 5 days in the refrigerator when stored properly.
Yes, it freezes well for up to 6 months in airtight containers.
Natural release allows rice to finish cooking and prevents mushiness.
Yes, add dry seasonings at the beginning of cooking.
Add a splash of water and microwave covered, or steam in Instant Pot.
Ensure no rice is stuck to bottom and proper liquid ratio is used.