Wheat Free Instant Pot Brown Rice
Brown rice is one of those pantry staples that sounds simple but can go sideways fast — gummy, undercooked, or stuck to the bottom of the pan. The Instant Pot takes all the guesswork out of it, delivering fluffy, perfectly separated grains every single time. A quick rinse under cold water before cooking removes excess starch, which is the secret to that light, non-clumpy texture you're after. Just a touch of olive oil and kosher salt round out the flavor without masking the nutty, wholesome taste of the rice itself. For anyone navigating a wheat-free lifestyle, this recipe is as clean and straightforward as it gets — four simple ingredients, zero hidden additives, and no processed shortcuts that could sneak in unwanted gluten-containing components. It's the kind of reliable base you can build an entire meal around, whether you're pairing it with stir-fried vegetables, a hearty stew, or just eating it alongside whatever's coming off the grill. The natural pressure release step is worth the patience — it's what keeps the grains intact and fluffy rather than blown out and mushy. Make a batch, refrigerate the leftovers, and you've got a wholesome, ready-to-go side for the rest of 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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