Walnut Free Instant Pot Jasmine Rice
Fluffy, fragrant, and endlessly versatile, this Instant Pot jasmine rice is the kind of effortless side dish that quietly makes every meal better. The short ingredient list — just rice, water, salt, and an optional pat of butter — means there is absolutely nothing hidden in here to worry about, making it a genuinely clean and simple choice. Rinsing the rice first is the small but important step that removes excess starch and sets you up for those perfectly separated, tender grains. High pressure for just three minutes followed by a natural release does all the heavy lifting, so you are not hovering over a stovetop or guessing when to pull it off the heat. The result is light, slightly sticky in the best way, and carries that delicate floral aroma that makes jasmine rice so beloved. It pairs beautifully with stir-fries, curries, grilled proteins, or honestly just a drizzle of soy sauce straight from the pot.
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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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