Sesame Free Instant Pot Brown Rice
Perfectly cooked brown rice can feel like a gamble on the stovetop, but the Instant Pot takes all the guesswork out of it. A quick rinse under cold water, a measured pour of water and salt, and the pressure cooker does the rest — no babysitting, no scorched bottom, no soggy clumps. The natural pressure release followed by a short rest with the lid on is the real secret to getting those grains fluffy and separate every single time. With just rice, water, salt, and a touch of olive oil, this recipe is about as clean and straightforward as it gets — nothing hidden, nothing unnecessary. For anyone navigating sesame allergies or sensitivities, plain grains can still be a minefield when they come pre-seasoned or packaged with shared-facility warnings, so making your own from scratch is genuinely the safest move. This batch stores beautifully in the fridge and works as a base for bowls, stir-fries, or a simple side all week long.
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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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