Are you tired of mushy, sticky rice that never quite hits the mark? Get ready to discover the ultimate game-changing technique for preparing restaurant-quality basmati rice right in your Instant Pot! This Indian-inspired method guarantees fluffy, perfectly separated grains that will elevate your home cooking from ordinary to extraordinary in just minutes.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Indian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- Basmati rice
- Water
- Salt
- Butter or oil (optional)
Instructions
- Measure the basmati rice carefully. For 4 servings, use 2 cups of basmati rice.
- Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold running water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming sticky.
- Drain the rice completely in a fine-mesh strainer to remove all excess water.
- Transfer the rinsed rice to the Instant Pot inner pot.
- Add
- 25 cups of water to the rice. The ideal water-to-rice ratio for basmati rice is typically
- 125:
- Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt to enhance the rice's flavor.
- Optional: Add 1 tablespoon of butter or oil to prevent sticking and add richness.
- Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to sealing position.
- Select the "Rice" setting or manually set to high pressure for 4-5 minutes.
- Once cooking is complete, allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, carefully quick release any remaining pressure.
- Open the lid and fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains.
- Let the rice rest for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow moisture to distribute evenly.
- Serve hot as a side dish or base for various Indian cuisine preparations.
Tips
- Always use cold water when rinsing rice to remove excess starch
- Invest in a fine-mesh strainer for thorough and efficient rice rinsing
- Use the exact water-to-rice ratio (
- 125:1) for consistent results
- Do not stir rice during cooking to prevent clumping
- Let rice rest after cooking to allow moisture to distribute evenly
- Use a fork to fluff rice, not a spoon, to maintain grain separation
- For extra flavor, consider adding a small piece of butter or a drizzle of olive oil before cooking
- Store leftover rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 39g
Protein: 4g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
