Is brown rice a whole grain?

Yes, brown rice is a whole grain.

What is the difference between brown and white rice?

Brown and white rice are the same grain. The difference is that brown rice still has the outer layer of bran. White rice has been milled and processed to remove the bran and germ. When the bran and germ are removed and the grain is polished, the color becomes white. In terms of flavor and texture, white rice is lighter and softer. Brown rice is heartier and chewier.

Is brown rice healthier than white rice?

Brown rice has more protein and nutrients than refined white rice. This is because brown rice still has the outer layer of bran that contains most of the fiber, vitamins, minerals and amino acids that are found in rice.

What are the different varieties of rice ?

Rice is categorized by color and size. The main rice colors are white brown, black and red. The sizes are long grain, medium grain and short grain. Within these categories there are hundreds of varieties of rice.

What is the difference between long, medium and short grain rice?

Long grain rice is longer, thinner and has a lighter, drier texture. The rice usually separates easily and is less likely to be mushy or sticky. Medium grain rice is a little bit shorter and wider than long grain. It's a little more more moist and tender than long grain rice. Short grain rice is noticeably shorter and wider. The starch content of short grain rice is higher so when it's cooked the texture is more likely to be sticky or clump together.

Where are basmati and jasmine rice grown?

Both varieties of rice are now grown in various spots around the world. However, basmati rice is originally from the Himalayas and is common in Indian and Middle Eastern cooking. Jasmine rice is originally from Thailand and is commonly used in Southeast Asian cooking.

Does brown rice need to be rinsed?

Briefly rinsing rice (30 seconds) is a good idea, simple to remove any dust or debris on the rice. It is generally recommended that rice is rinsed even longer under running water for 1 to 2 minutes. This removes excess starch, which prevents the rice from having a sticky, gummy texture. However, this mostly applies to white rice. White rice is starchier because the bran and germ have been removed. I almost always rinse white rice, but I have not found that rinsing brown rice for 1 to 2 minutes makes too much of a difference - it's optional.

To make rice pilaf, rice is first sautéd in oil or butter with onion then cooked in broth instead of water. You can make rice pilaf in your Instant Pot by sautéing onion in 2 tablespoon of oil or butter, then adding the rice and sautéing a minute more. Add broth instead of water then cook for the same amount of time as regular Instant Pot brown rice.

Instant Pot Brown Rice (Basmati and Jasmine)

Instant Pot Brown Rice Recipe (Basmati and Jasmine)

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Learn to how make perfectly cooked Instant Pot brown rice with this easy to follow recipe and helpful cooking tips. Choose either brown basmati rice or brown jasmine rice, both will turn out fluffy and perfectly cooked

Total Instant Pot Cooking Time: 8 minutes to reach pressure + 22-23 minutes cooking time + 10 minute natural release = 40 minutes

Author: Jenny
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 22 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Yield: 6 cups cooked rice 1x
Category: Side Dishes
Method: Instant Pot
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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2 cups brown basmati rice or brown jasmine rice (or any variety of long grain brown rice)
2 1/2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)

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Instructions

Rinse the rice briefly under running water.
Combine brown rice, water and salt in the Instant Pot.
Mix well to make sure the rice isn't sticking to the bottom of the pot.
Secure the lid and choose a cooking time.
Brown jasmine rice: 22 minutes
Brown basmati rice: 23 minutes
Let the pressure release naturally (about 10 minutes)
Gently fluff the cooked rice with a fork and serve.

Notes

When using an Instant Pot, the best water-to-rice ratio for brown rice is 1 1/4 cups water for every 1 cup of rice. This ratio yields rice that is tender, moist and fluffy with a little bit of chewiness. If you'd like a slightly drier and chewier texture, then use a 1:1 ratio (1 cup water for every 1 cup of rice.)

You can halve this recipe (1 cup rice + 1 1/4 cup water) but don't cook any less than 1 cup. The rice won't turn out as well.

You can also double this recipe (4 cups rice + 5 cups water) but don't cook any more than that, or the rice won't turn out as well.

One cup of rice makes about 3 cups of cooked brown rice.

Brown rice stays moist and fluffy for up to 5 days in the refrigerator. To reheat brown rice, use a microwave in 25 second intervals. If the rice seems dry, add 1 tablespoon of water and heat the rice with a loose cover.

Brown rice also freezes well, either in a freezer-safe bag or container. To defrost frozen rice, simply leave it in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight.

This recipe was tested in a 6-quart Instant Pot

Find it online: https://www.kitchenskip.com/instant-pot-brown-rice-basmati-and-jasmine/