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    Jan 15, 2023 by Emily · Leave a Comment

    Jasmine Rice In Instant Pot

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    Fluffy, fragrant, and light jasmine rice in Instant Pot. Perfect as a side dish for oh so many delicious meals.

    Cooked jasmine rice on a metal spoon.
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    • What is Jasmine Rice?
    • Safety and the Instant Pot
    • Why You'll Love This Recipe
    • Cost To Make
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Storage
    • FAQ
    • More Mains Recipes
    • Recipe

    Jasmine rice in the Instant Pot is a great way to make jasmine rice in no time with little fuss.

    Make soft, fluffy, and fragrant jasmine rice without the need for the stovetop or a rice cooker.

    This recipe is so easy to make and there is little clean up needed. While the rice is cooking the Instant Pot, you can continue prepping the rest of your meal.

    This recipe uses a 6 quart (5.7 litre) Instant Pot.

    What is Jasmine Rice?

    Jasmine rice is a fluffy and fragrant rice when cooked. It is a type of long grain rice. Jasmine rice is also known as “Thai rice.”

    As the name suggests, jasmine rice originated in Thailand.

    Although jasmine rice and basmati rice are considered interchangeable, there are some differences to the two rice types.

    Uncooked jasmine rice in a wooden scoop.

    Firstly, they are both types of long grain rice. Jasmine rice grains, however, are slightly shorter and thicker then basmati rice.

    When cooked, jasmine rice is often slightly softer and a bit sticky, in comparison to cooked basmati rice.

    Jasmine rice is used for dishes such as stir-fries, rice puddings, and even fried rice.

    Safety and the Instant Pot

    While this recipe of basmati rice in the Instant Pot is easy to do, it is important to make sure proper safety measures are followed to avoid injury when cooking.

    Here are some safety tips when using the Instant Pot. For more safety tips, consult your Instant Pot user manual.

    • When the rice is cooking, it is under a lot of pressure, do not move the Instant Pot, and do not attempt to open the lid. You must ensure that your steam release handle is set to sealing before you start cooking.
    • Make sure your sealing ring is on properly, as well as the float valve, and steam release handle. If unsure on how to properly set up your Instant Pot before use, consult your user manual.
    • Make sure your lid is on properly before you start cooking. It should click into place.
    • When manually releasing the steam, you could use the back of a wooden spoon to turn the steam release handle to venting. This may make it less likely you burn yourself on any steam that may escape from the steam release handle.
    • When you are cooking, it may be tempting to walk away from your Instant Pot. However, we recommend staying nearby the Instant Pot in case something happens.
    • When you open the lid of your Instant Pot after cooking, open it away from you so that the steam does not come towards you.
    • If the float value is still up, do not open the lid. The Instant Pot is still pressurized. Likewise, if it is difficult to open the lid, it is likely the Instant Pot is still under pressure. Do not open the lid until all pressure has been released.

    Why You'll Love This Recipe

    • Quick way to make Instant Pot rice.
    • Only 2 ingredients needed to make this jasmine rice recipe for the Instant Pot.
    • Little clean up is required because it uses only one pot.
    • Make Instant Pot jasmine rice in under 30 minutes.

    Cost To Make

    Estimated cost = $1.15, or $0.28 a serve

    Ingredients

    Please note that below is a guide for some of the ingredients we used in the recipe. The printable recipe further down the page has the complete list of ingredients, including quantities and step-by-step instructions.

    Ingredients for instant pot jasmine rice.
    • Jasmine Rice
    • Water

    Instructions

    This recipe for Instant Pot jasmine rice serves 3 to 4 people.

    Step One: Rinse your rice until the water runs clear. Completely drain off all water and then place in the Instant Pot.

    Add 2 cups water to the Instant Pot. Make sure your rice sits evenly along the bottom of the Instant Pot. This recipe uses a 6 quart (5.7 litre) Instant Pot.

    Step Two: Close the lid of the Instant Pot and place the steam release valve in the sealing position.

    Select Pressure Cook, high pressure, for 3 minutes. The Instant Pot will take about 5 to 10 minutes to come to pressure. After this, it will start to count down.

    Step Three: When the cook time has finished, press cancel. The screen should say OFF.

    Step Four: Allow the Instant Pot to naturally release pressure for at least 10 minutes (or until the silver pin has dropped).

    After 10 minutes, you can quick release (manually release) any remaining pressure by turning the steam release valve to venting.

    Do not open the lid of the Instant Pot until the float valve (silver pin) has dropped.

    Step Five: Remove the lid of the Instant Pot when all pressure has been released and fluff the rice. Serve.

    Cooked jasmine rice in a blue bowl.

    Serving Suggestions

    • Enjoy jasmine rice as a side dish to curry or lentils.
    • Use in easy and quick stir pries or fried rice.
    • Serve with vegetables such as carrots, broccoli, or beans.
    • Serve with marinated eggs, like mayak eggs.

    Storage

    Instant pot jasmine rice is best eaten on the day it is made.

    If you have any left over rice, you can store it in an air tight container in the fridge for 1 to 2 days. Any leftover rice could be used for a fried rice.

    FAQ

    How do you quick release pressure?

    To quick release pressure with the Instant Pot, carefully turn the steam release handle to the venting position.

    What size Instant Pot does this recipe use?

    This recipe uses a 6 quart (5.7 litre) Instant Pot Duo.

    Close up image of cooked jasmine rice in a blue bowl.

    Made this recipe? Let us know how it went in the comments below! We'd love to hear how it turned out.

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    Recipe

    Jasmine rice on a blue bowl.

    Jasmine Rice In Instant Pot

    Fluffy, fragrant, and light jasmine rice in Instant Pot. Perfect as a side dish for oh so many delicious meals.
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    Cook Time 3 mins
    Time to Pressure and Pressure Release 20 mins
    Total Time 23 mins
    ESTIMATED COST : $1.15, or $0.28 a serve
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Western
    Servings 4 serves, makes about 4 ½ cups (870 grams, 30.68 ounces) of cooked rice
    Calories 365 kcal

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot 6 Quart (5.7 litre)

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cups (400 grams, 14.01 ounces) jasmine rice
    • 2 cups (500 ml) water

    Instructions
     

    • Rinse your rice until the water runs clear. Completely drain off all water and then place in the Instant Pot. Add 2 cups water to the Instant Pot.
      Make sure your rice sits evenly along the bottom of the Instant Pot. This recipe uses a 6 quart (5.7 litre) Instant Pot.
    • Close the lid of the Instant Pot and place the steam release valve in the sealing position. Select Pressure Cook, high pressure, for 3 minutes. The Instant Pot will take about 5 to 10 minutes to come to pressure. After this, it will start to count down.
    • When the cook time has finished, press cancel. The screen should say OFF.
    • Allow the Instant Pot to naturally release pressure for at least 10 minutes (or until the silver pin has dropped). After 10 minutes, you can quick release (manually release) any remaining pressure by turning the steam release valve to venting.
    • Remove the lid of the Instant Pot when all pressure has been released and fluff the rice. Serve.

    Notes

    This recipe uses a 6 quart (5.7 litre) Instant Pot Duo.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 220 grams (7.76 ounces)Calories: 365kcalCarbohydrates: 80gProtein: 7gFat: 1gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 115mgFiber: 1g
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    Hi, I'm Emily! There's much more to rice than just cooking it on the stove. It's so versatile and you can create so many beautiful dishes with it. From puddings and desserts to main meals and even finger foods. There is something for everyone!

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