Macadamia Free Instant Pot Jasmine Rice
Fluffy, fragrant, and endlessly versatile, this Instant Pot jasmine rice is the kind of effortless staple that makes weeknight cooking feel genuinely manageable. The quick rinse step is the real secret here — washing away excess starch means every grain comes out separate and light rather than clumped and gummy. A short burst of high pressure followed by a natural release does all the heavy lifting, so you're not hovering over a stovetop or guessing at water ratios. The optional pat of butter or a splash of neutral oil adds just enough richness to make the rice feel a little more special without complicating anything. Every ingredient in this recipe is naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no label-scanning or substitution anxiety involved — just clean, simple pantry staples. It pairs beautifully with stir-fries, curries, grilled proteins, or honestly anything that deserves a great base. Once you nail this method, you'll wonder how you ever made rice any other way.
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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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