Paraben Free Instant Pot Brown Rice
Whole-grain brown rice is one of those pantry staples that deserves way more credit, and the Instant Pot makes it genuinely foolproof. A quick rinse under cold water clears away excess starch so every grain comes out fluffy and distinct rather than gummy or clumped together. The pressure cook cycle does the heavy lifting, and the natural release followed by a short rest off the heat is what really seals the deal on that perfect, dry-and-separate texture. With just rice, water, salt, and a touch of olive oil, you know exactly what's going into the pot — no mystery additives, no preservative-laden seasoning packets, nothing to second-guess. That kind of ingredient simplicity is a genuine relief when you're being mindful about what ends up on your plate. It works beautifully as a base for stir-fries, grain bowls, or alongside roasted vegetables, and leftovers refrigerate well 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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