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Perfect Basmati Rice in Instant Pot

Learn how to make perfect Instant Pot Basmati rice with this ultimate guide. This set-and-forget method gives you light and fluffy rice that won't clump together. Elevate your curries or stews with delicious, aromatic, and fluffy basmati every time.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 3
Calories: 225kcal
Author: Shilpa Kerur

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Wash the Basmati rice until the water runs clear.
  • Drain all the water from it.
  • Add the washed rice and 1¼ cups of water to the Instant Pot.
  • Set the Instant Pot to pressure cook mode for 5 minutes.
  • Once the IP beeps and the timer is done, turn it off.
  • Do a natural pressure release until the pin drops.
  • Open the lid and gently mix the rice.
  • Basmati rice is ready to be served.

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Notes

Rinse the rice well 2-3 times until the water runs clear. It is really important to remove the excess starch before cooking it (see step 1 above). Soaking the rice is optional, and I have not noticed any difference in the texture of the rice after soaking.
Do NOT fluff the rice using a fork. This will break the cooked grains. Instead, gently mix it using a silicone spatula.
It is really important to do a natural release of pressure when making steamed rice on a stovetop or electric pressure cooker. If you do a quick release, the rice will become clumpy and sticky.

Nutrition

Calories: 225kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 71mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg