Why did my rice turn out mushy?

If the rice is mushy, you've added too much liquid. Other reasons the rice is mushy include cooking it too long, or not rinsing the rice before cooking which can give rice a stickier, sometimes mushier, texture.

Should I use the rice function on my Instant Pot?

You can if you want, it's a matter of personal preference. It takes slightly longer (12 minute cooking time instead of 3 to 5 minutes) and the rice might be slightly less fluffy.

Is it necessary to rinse before cooking?

Rinsing white rice removes starch from the outside of the grain. When there is less starch, the cooked rice is more likely to have fluffy, individual grains rather than clump together. However, if you're in a hurry and value convenience more than you value fluffy rice, you can skip rinsing the rice. Don't worry, the rice will still taste good!

How do I prevent my rice from burning or sticking to the bottom?

There are several reasons that rice might stick or burn. The two main reasons are not adding enough water or cooking the rice for too long. Using a quick release, instead of a slow, natural release can also cause rice to stick to the bottom of the pot. Rice might also stick and burn if you leave it in the pressure cooker for too long. Don't let cooked rice sit in the pot on the warm setting for too long. Also, if you're using a 6-quart (or larger) Instant Pot, then cooking only 1 cup of rice might make it scorch to the bottom. You'll have better luck cooking at least 2 cups of rice at a time.

How much rice can I cook at once?

When using a 6-quart Instant Pot I don't recommend cooking more than 4 cups of rice (+ 4 cups water) at a time.

How much rice should I make?

It depends on how much you need. Cooking 2 cups of rice will yield about 6 cups of cooked rice.

What is the difference between white and brown rice?

White rice is just brown rice with the outer layer (husk, bran and germ) milled off. Brown rice requires a different water ratio and a different cooking time.

Perfect Instant Pot Rice Recipe (Step By Step Guide)

Name: Instant Pot Rice Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Many
Ingredients: 2 cups long grain white rice (Jasmine or Basmati); 2 cups water; Optional: 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instant Pot Rice Recipe

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Making perfect rice in the Instant Pot is quick and easy. Read the blog post above to learn expert tips & tricks to ensure your Instant Pot rice comes out perfect every time. This recipe is for long grain white rice (such as Jasmine and Basmati).

These cooking times should yield rice that is tender but still slightly chewy with individual, fluffy grains.

Total Instant Pot Cooking Time: 10 minutes to reach pressure + 3 to 5 minute cooking time + 10 minute natural release = 25 minutes

Author: Jenny Meier
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 6 cups of cooked rice 1x
Category: Side Dishes
Method: Instant Pot
Cuisine: Many
Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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2 cups long grain white rice (Jasmine or Basmati)
2 cups water
Optional: 1/4 teaspoon salt

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Instructions

Rinse the Rice: For the best results, rinse the rice to remove the starch. You can do this by covering the rice with water in a bowl or by putting the rice in a fine mesh strainer and running water over the top. Move the rice with your fingers as you rinse it. Keep changing the water in the bowl until it is clear, not cloudy or run the water over the rice for about 1 minute.

After rinsing the rice, proceed with the recipe:

Combine the rinsed rice and water in the Instant Pot (salt is optional).
Secure the lid and cook according to the variety of rice.
Jasmine: 3 minutes, high pressure
Basmati: 5 minutes, high pressure
The other option is to simply press the rice button on the Instant Pot. Using the rice setting takes slightly longer because it cooks at lower pressure, but it works well for white rice.
Let the pressure release naturally for at least 10 minutes before removing the lid.
Fluff the rice with a fork. Immediately remove from the Instant Pot.

Notes

This recipe was tested in a 6-quart Instant Pot.

The water ratio and cooking time stays the same no matter how much rice you are cooking. In a 6-quart Instant Pot, I don't recommend cooking less than 2 cups of rice (it's more likely to stick to the pot) or more than 4 cups of rice.

The cooking time for Basmati rice ranges from 4 to 6 minutes, depending on the texture you like. It might take a couple batches to find the perfect cooking time for you. Some recipes for basmati rice also add an additional 1/4 cup water. You can do this if you like softer, moister rice.

Cooked rice will stay fresh in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.

Find it online: https://www.kitchenskip.com/instant-pot-rice-recipe/