Macadamia Free Instant Pot Brown Rice
Brown rice done right is one of those kitchen wins that makes everything else easier — and the Instant Pot genuinely transforms what used to be a 50-minute stovetop project into something nearly hands-off. Rinsing the grains first pulls off excess starch, which is the small step that separates fluffy, separate grains from a gummy clump. The natural pressure release and a short rest with the lid back on do the real finishing work, letting the moisture redistribute evenly so every forkful is tender without being mushy. A touch of olive oil and kosher salt are all the seasoning this needs, keeping the ingredient list clean and completely free from tree nuts or any of the cross-contamination concerns that can sneak into packaged grain blends. This is the kind of reliable base recipe that earns a permanent spot in your weekly rotation — great alongside roasted vegetables, stirred into grain bowls, or portioned out for meal prep straight from the pot.
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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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