Caffeine Free Instant Pot Jasmine Rice
Fluffy, fragrant jasmine rice is one of those kitchen staples that makes every meal feel a little more complete, and the Instant Pot makes it nearly foolproof. Rinsing the grains first removes excess starch, which is the secret to getting that light, separated texture instead of a sticky clump. The natural pressure release does a lot of the heavy lifting here — those 10 minutes of hands-off waiting let the rice finish cooking gently and evenly without any guesswork. A small amount of oil or butter is optional but adds a subtle richness that takes plain rice from basic to genuinely satisfying. Since this dish is built entirely from pantry staples — rice, water, salt, and a touch of fat — there's nothing here to second-guess if you're keeping stimulants out of your diet. It pairs beautifully with stir-fries, curries, grilled proteins, or really anything that needs a clean, neutral base to shine alongside.
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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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