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Instant Pot Brown Basmati Rice

Easy to cook Instant Pot Brown Basmati Rice with Amy + Jacky's tested Rice Water Ratio and Cook Time. Fragrant, nutty, and fluffy basmati brown rice with a satisfying chew. Easy, tasty, and healthy side dish that goes well with many flavorful dishes.
Servings 4
Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Add Brown Basmati Rice in Instant Pot: Add 1 cup (200g) brown basmati rice in Instant Pot. Pour in 1 cup (250ml) cold water. Give it a few swirls and make sure all the rice is fully submerged in the cooking liquid.
  • Pressure Cook Brown Basmati Rice: Close the lid. Then, turn Venting Knob to Sealing Position. Pressure Cook at High Pressure for 18 minutes, then Natural Release for 10 minutes. Release the remaining pressure by turning Venting Knob to Venting Position. Open the lid carefully.
  • Fluff and Serve: Fluff brown basmati rice with a fork or spoon. Then, taste and season with salt if you like. Serve and enjoy the rice with your delicious main and side dishes.
    Amy + Jacky's Tips! Keep in mind not to over-season your brown basmati rice because you'll be serving it with flavorful main dishes.

Notes

Rinse Brown Basmati Rice: Make sure to drain well after you rinse your rice to avoid throwing off the Rice Water ratio.
Rice Water Ratio: According to our experiments, different brands of brown basmati rice may need different amounts of water. So, make sure you adjust the Rice Water Ratio according to your brand and texture preferences.
  • If your rice comes out too chewy for your liking, add another ¼ cup (63ml) of cold water or unsalted chicken stock next time.
Rice Texture: With the above Rice to Water ratio, the brown basmati rice will come out a bit chewy. The rule is the more liquid you use, the softer the rice.
  • If you prefer softer fluffier rice, add an extra ¼ cup (63ml) to ½ cup (125ml) of cold water or unsalted chicken stock.
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Author: Amy + Jacky
Calories: 82.5kcal

Nutrition

Calories: 82.5kcal | Carbohydrates: 16.5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 0.5g