Seeds Free Instant Pot Jasmine Rice
Fluffy, fragrant, and endlessly versatile, jasmine rice is one of those staples that makes every meal feel a little more complete. The Instant Pot takes all the guesswork out of the process — no watching the pot, no scorched bottom, no gummy clumps — just perfectly separated grains every single time. A quick rinse under cold water before cooking removes excess starch, which is the real secret to that light, non-sticky texture you want. The natural pressure release does the heavy lifting at the end, letting the rice finish steaming gently so each grain stays tender without turning mushy. With just rice, water, salt, and an optional pat of butter, this recipe is completely free of seeds in any form, making it a clean, worry-free base for bowls, curries, stir-fries, or anything else on the table. It's the kind of reliable, everyday recipe you'll come back to again and again without even thinking about it.
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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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