Artificial Flavors Free Instant Pot Jasmine Rice
Fluffy, fragrant jasmine rice is one of those staples that should be simple — and with this Instant Pot method, it genuinely is. The ingredient list is refreshingly short: just rice, water, salt, and an optional pat of butter or a splash of neutral oil. No seasoning packets, no flavor enhancers, no additives hiding in a pre-mixed blend — just clean, real ingredients you can actually name. That matters more than people realize, since plenty of convenience rice products sneak in natural and artificial flavorings that have no business being in a bowl of plain rice. Rinsing the grains first pulls off excess starch, which is what gives you that light, separated texture instead of a gummy clump. The pressure cooker does the rest, locking in moisture and cooking everything evenly in just a few minutes of active time. The natural pressure release is the secret step — it lets the rice finish steaming gently so every grain comes out tender without turning mushy. A quick fluff with a fork and it's ready to serve alongside whatever you're making tonight.
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4 servings
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 2 cups water
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp neutral oil or unsalted butter (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the jasmine rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold running water, stirring with your hand, until the water runs mostly clear, about 30–45 seconds. Drain well.
- 2
Add the rinsed rice, water, salt, and oil or butter (if using) to the Instant Pot insert. Stir briefly to combine.
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