Beef Free Instant Pot Brown Rice
Brown rice is one of those humble staples that quietly holds a whole meal together, and the Instant Pot makes it genuinely foolproof. A quick rinse under cold water, a measured pour of water and salt, and the pressure cooker does the heavy lifting — no babysitting, no scorched bottom, no guesswork. The natural pressure release followed by a short rest off the heat is the real secret here, giving you grains that are fluffy and separate rather than clumped or gummy. A small drizzle of olive oil is optional but adds a subtle richness that makes the rice feel a little more finished. This is a completely plant-forward, meat-free base that pairs beautifully with stir-fries, curries, roasted vegetables, or anything else you want to pile on top. It also refrigerates well, so cooking a batch ahead of time sets you up for easy meals throughout the week.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ cups long-grain brown rice
- 1 ¾ cups water
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the brown rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold running water, stirring with your hand, until the water runs mostly clear, about 30 seconds. Drain well.
- 2
Add the rinsed rice, water, salt, and olive oil (if using) to the Instant Pot insert. Stir briefly to combine.
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