Gelatin Free Instant Pot Jasmine Rice
Fluffy, fragrant, and endlessly versatile, this Instant Pot jasmine rice is the kind of side dish that quietly makes every meal better. The grains come out perfectly separated and tender every time, with that subtle floral aroma jasmine rice is known for. Since rice is naturally free of animal-derived thickeners and setting agents, this recipe is a clean, worry-free choice — just water, rice, salt, and a touch of oil or butter if you like. Rinsing the rice before cooking is the small step that makes a big difference, washing away excess starch so nothing clumps or turns gummy. The pressure cooker does the heavy lifting, and the natural release period is what locks in that light, non-sticky texture. Fluff it with a fork straight from the pot and it's ready to go alongside stir-fries, curries, grilled proteins, or anything else on the table.
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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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