Instant Pot White Rice
This Instant Pot white rice is light, fluffy, and perfectly cooked every time using a simple 1:1 rice-to-water ratio. It's an easy side dish for everything from curries and stir-fries to grilled meats and vegetables.
Ingredients
- 2 cups long grain white rice rinsed thoroughly
- 2 cups water
- ½ tsp salt optional
- 1 tsp neutral oil or butter optional
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold running water until the water runs clear, then drain well.
- Add the rinsed rice and water to the Instant Pot. Stir in the salt and butter or oil, if using.
- Secure the lid and set the valve to Sealing. Cook on High Pressure for 4 minutes.
- Once the cooking time is up, allow the pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes, then carefully release any remaining pressure.
- Open the lid and gently fluff the rice with a fork before serving.