Gluten Free Instant Pot Jasmine Rice
Fluffy, fragrant, and endlessly versatile, jasmine rice is one of those staples that belongs in every kitchen — and the Instant Pot makes it almost foolproof. Naturally free of gluten in its whole-grain form, plain jasmine rice is a safe and satisfying base, though rinsing it thoroughly under cold water (as this recipe calls for) also helps wash away any surface starch for a cleaner, lighter result. The pressure cooker method locks in moisture and delivers perfectly separated grains every single time, no babysitting a stovetop pot required. A touch of salt and a little neutral oil or butter round out the flavor without complicating the ingredient list. The natural pressure release step is the real secret here — those 10 quiet minutes let the rice finish steaming gently so nothing comes out gummy or undercooked. Once you fluff it with a fork and that cloud of jasmine fragrance hits you, it's hard to believe something this good took only a handful of ingredients. Serve it alongside a stir-fry, a curry, or anything saucy and let it do what it does best.
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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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