Basmati Rice In Instant Pot Recipes

INSTANT POT BASMATI RICE

Steps:

• Place rice in a fine mesh strainer. Rinse under cold water for 1 minute, or until liquid runs clear.
• Add rice, water, butter, or oil, and salt to a 6-quart Instant Pot.▪ If you like softer rice: add 1 ¼ cups water.▪ If you prefer firmer rice: add 1 cup water.
• Cover Instant Pot with the lid and move the pressure release valve to the sealed position. Using the pressure cook or manual function, set the timer for 6 minutes on high pressure. (It will take the pressure cooker about 5-10 minutes to fully pressurize.)
• Once the timer goes off, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes. Move the pressure release handle to the venting position to let any remaining steam escape. Open the lid once the float valve goes down.
• Use a fork to fluff up the rice and serve immediately.

BASMATI RICE IN INSTANT POT

Steps:

• Rinse the rice at least 2 to 3 times to remove all excess starch from it.
• Soak the rinsed rice for about 30 minutes. This step is optional and if you are not soaking the rice, use 1 1/4 cup of water for every 1 cup of rice.
• Start the instant pot in saute mode. Once it is hot, add oil and spices if you are using them. Now switch off the instant pot.
• Drain water completely from the soaked rice and add it to the instant pot inner pot.
• Add water, salt and close the instant pot with its lid.
• Seal the vent and start the Instant pot again in manual or pressure mode. Set the timer for 5 minutes on high pressure and let it cook.
• Once the Instant pot turns off, wait for 5 minutes and manually release the pressure. Do not wait for a natural pressure release. Rice will be overcooked if you leave it for more time.
• Open the lid, take out the inner pot and fluff it up with a fork or wooden spoon.
• Close the inner pot with a lid and keep it aside for about 5 to 10 minutes.
• The flavorful and easy instant pot basmati rice is ready to serve with your favorite curry or dal.