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Perfect Instant Pot Rice Recipe

Published: March 15, 2025 Prep Time: About 5 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Serves: 4 Difficulty: Easy Category: Side Dish Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 1/4 cups water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon butter (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse rice in cold water until water runs clear, drain well.
  2. Add rice, water, salt, and butter to Instant Pot.
  3. Stir to combine and ensure rice is evenly distributed.
  4. Close lid and set valve to sealing position.
  5. Press Manual/Pressure Cook and set to 3 minutes on high pressure.
  6. When cooking is complete, let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes.
  7. Quick release any remaining pressure.
  8. Fluff rice with a fork and serve immediately.

Special Notes

This foolproof method produces perfectly cooked rice every time in the Instant Pot. The key is using the right ratio of water to rice (1.25:1) and letting the pressure release naturally. The rice will be tender, fluffy, and never mushy. This method works great for any type of long-grain rice.

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