Nutmeg 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. A natural pressure release followed by a short rest period is the real secret, letting the steam finish the job so nothing turns out gummy or undercooked. The ingredient list is about as clean and simple as it gets, with zero warm spices or hidden seasonings to worry about. That makes this a genuinely versatile base you can pair with practically any protein, vegetable, or sauce you have on hand. Make a big batch and refrigerate the leftovers — it reheats beautifully and 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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