Citrus Free Instant Pot Brown Rice
Perfectly cooked brown rice is one of those kitchen wins that makes everything else easier, and the Instant Pot takes all the guesswork out of it. The method here — rinsing the grains first, then pressure cooking with just water, salt, and a touch of olive oil — produces fluffy, separate grains every single time without any babysitting. For anyone navigating a citrus-free lifestyle, this is a genuinely stress-free staple since there's no juice, zest, or citric acid hiding anywhere in the ingredient list. Brown rice can be notoriously tricky on the stovetop, going from underdone to mushy in what feels like seconds, but the sealed pressure environment locks in just the right amount of steam. The natural pressure release followed by a short rest period is the real secret — it lets the grains finish cooking gently and dry out slightly so nothing clumps together. Use it as a base for grain bowls, alongside roasted vegetables, or as a hearty side to practically any protein you're already making.
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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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