Tree Nut Free Instant Pot Brown Rice
Brown rice is one of those pantry staples that can feel deceptively tricky to get right on the stovetop, but the Instant Pot changes everything. The pressure cooker locks in moisture and heat so evenly that every grain comes out fluffy, separate, and perfectly cooked — no scorched bottom, no mushy clumps. A quick rinse under cold water before cooking removes excess starch, which is the small but important step that keeps the texture light rather than sticky. The optional drizzle of olive oil adds just enough richness to make the rice feel like more than a side dish. With only four simple ingredients, there's nothing hidden here — no sauces, no seasoning blends, no cross-contamination concerns from complex pantry additions. It's a clean, wholesome base that pairs beautifully with stir-fries, grain bowls, curries, or anything else you're building your meal around. Make a batch, refrigerate the leftovers, and you've got easy, reliable rice ready to go 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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