Honey Free Instant Pot Brown Rice
Brown rice has a reputation for being finicky — too chewy, too gummy, or just unevenly cooked — but the Instant Pot genuinely solves all of that. The pressure-cooking method locks in moisture evenly, and the natural pressure release followed by a short rest gives you grains that are fluffy and distinct every single time. A quick rinse under cold water before cooking removes excess starch, which is the secret to that clean, non-clumpy texture. The ingredient list is beautifully simple: long-grain brown rice, water, salt, and a touch of olive oil if you want a little extra richness. There's nothing hidden here — no sweeteners, no sauces, no additives — just wholesome, straightforward whole grain goodness. It works perfectly as a base for grain bowls, a side for stir-fries, or a meal-prep staple you can portion out and refrigerate for the week ahead.
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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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