Gelatin Free Instant Pot Brown Rice
Brown rice is one of those pantry staples that sounds simple but can go sideways fast — gummy, undercooked, or stuck to the bottom of the pot. The Instant Pot takes all the guesswork out of it, delivering fluffy, separate grains every single time thanks to a precise pressure cook followed by a natural release. Rinsing the rice first is a small step that makes a real difference, washing away excess starch so the final texture is light rather than clumpy. A touch of olive oil and kosher salt are the only seasonings needed, keeping things clean and unfussy while still giving the rice a subtle, savory depth. For anyone avoiding animal-derived additives, this recipe is refreshingly straightforward — just rice, water, salt, and oil, with zero hidden ingredients to second-guess. It works beautifully as a base for grain bowls, stir-fries, or alongside roasted vegetables, and leftovers refrigerate well for easy meal prep 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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