Instant Pot Brown Rice
This foolproof Instant Pot brown rice is so easy and makes perfect, delicious brown rice every time!
Instant Pot Brown Rice
I shared this recipe for Instant Pot rice using white rice a few weeks ago and had many questions about how to make it with brown rice, so I shared this recipe for making perfect brown rice with great texture and flavor in the Instant Pot. decided to. After testing a few times (seven times to be exact), I ended up with the best Instant Pot brown rice recipe. Cooking brown rice in the Instant Pot is my new favorite method. If you want to make brown rice on the stovetop, I have instructions for that too!
Why you’ll love this brown rice recipe?
- perfect every time – If you are having trouble making brown rice then this recipe is fool proof.
- set it and go – You don’t need to pay attention to it, turn it on and do your thing. Once it stops the pressure releases naturally, the rice is ready.
- Delicious – No bland rice, it is cooked with broth or broth to give it flavor. Of course, you can leave if necessary.
- Great for meal prep – Double or triple the recipe and refrigerate or freeze the rest.
- Cheap – Making brown rice from scratch will save you money at the supermarket.
Why you’ll love making brown rice in the Instant Pot
- preparing food: Make it in advance and keep a batch in the refrigerator or freezer for use throughout the week.
- Infallible: If you don’t have a rice cooker, you’ll love how easy it is to make it in a pressure cooker.
- Healthy: Brown rice is a whole grain and a healthy, gluten-free side dish.
- Delicious: This is a delicious recipe of brown rice.
Instant Pot Brown Rice Ingredients
- olive oil to roast garlic
- Garlic: Grind two cloves.
- Brown rice: Wash 1 cup long grain brown rice. I like the Carolina brand. Brown basmati rice or short grain brown rice can also be used.
- liquid: You will need 1 ¼ cups of water. You can also use chicken or vegetable broth.
- Salt to season rice
- stock Adds flavor, but if you use broth, you can omit it.
How to Cook Brown Rice in the Instant Pot
- wash rice Drain in a mesh strainer under cold running water.
- Roast garlic: Press the “Saute” button on your pressure cooker. When the vessel is hot, add one spoon oil and fry the garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add rice and liquid: Add the brown rice, press “Cancel” and add the water, salt and broth.
- How long to cook brown rice: Close the lid of the vessel and cook on high pressure for 20 minutes. Then, use the natural release for 20 minutes, meaning you don’t touch the lid until all the pressure has naturally released from the pot for the directed amount of time. Steam will stop cooking the rice.
- Fluff Rice: Then open the lid and fluff with a fork.
questions to ask
Is brown rice better for you than white rice?
Brown rice is unrefined, so it has more fiber than white rice. Since it has a low glycemic index, it generally won’t spike your blood sugar as much as white rice. Both types contain similar amounts of protein and are packed with various vitamins and minerals.
What is the formula for brown rice in Instant Pot?
The ratio of water to brown rice is 1 1/4 cups liquid to 1 cup rice. For 2 cups rice, use 2 1/2 cups liquid.
How much rice does one cup of raw brown rice yield?
One cup of uncooked brown rice makes about 2 1/2 cups of cooked rice. You can easily double or triple this recipe if you need to serve more people.
Why is my brown rice mushy in the Instant Pot?
If it’s mushy, you may have added too much liquid. Be careful when measuring the water and rice to ensure that the brown rice is fully cooked.
What goes well with brown rice?
Pressure cooker brown rice is excellent served with protein and some vegetables for healthy dinner ideas:
You can also use it in many other meals, like over fried rice, stir-fries, and bowls:
How to Eat Prep Brown Rice
This simple brown rice recipe is easy to make over the weekend and use throughout the week. Use it in a different way every night, as a side, a bowl of cereal, or over fried rice (cold leftover rice is ideal for fried rice!). Leftover rice will keep refrigerated for up to 4 days. Transfer it to freezer friendly containers and Freeze for up to 3 months (see below), To reheat, microwave for a few minutes until thoroughly heated.
Does brown rice freeze well?
Yes! Freezing brown rice is another great way to meal prep because it can last up to three months in the freezer.
- cool brown Place the rice in an even layer on a sheet pan.
- Single Servings: Store the rice in a one-cup container at room temperature.
- Large Servings: To save space, you can also freeze rice in quart zip-lock bags and press flat.
- How to Reheat Brown Rice: Cover the frozen rice and microwave it for about three minutes, or heat it on the stove if you’re adding it to dishes like soups or stir-fries.
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Yield: 4 servings
serving size: 2 /3 cups
- Use the sauté button on the pressure cooker, add 1 teaspoon oil and sauté the garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add the brown rice and stir, press cancel, and add the water, salt, and broth.
- Stir well, then cover, close the lid and cook on high pressure for 20 minutes. Then use Natural Release for a total of 20 minutes (the steam will cook the rice).
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Note: You can replace the water with broth, and omit the broth.
to serve: 2 /3 cups, Calories: 184 kilo calorie, Carbohydrates: 36.5 Yes, Protein: 4 Yes, thick: 2.5 Yes, Saturated fat: 0.5 Yes, Sodium: 242.5 MG, Fiber: 1.5 Yes, Sugar: 0.5 Yes
