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How to Cook Brown Rice Recipe

Learn how to cook brown rice with this foolproof, easy recipe! It makes perfect brown rice every time! It's perfect for busy weeknights and easy meal prep! Stovetop, Instant Pot, and Rice Cooker instructions included!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 6 (1-cup) servings
Calories: 2165 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Stovetop Brown Rice Recipe
  • 2 cup uncooked brown rice
  • 4 cups water or chicken stock
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
Rice Cooker Brown Rice Recipe
  • 2 cup uncooked brown rice
  • 4 cups water or chicken stock
Instant Pot Brown Rice Recipe
  • 2 cups uncooked brown rice
  • 2 1/2 /2 cups water or chicken stock

Instructions

Stovetop Brown Rice Recipe
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  1. Rinse the rice in a fine mesh strainer until the water runs clear. Add brown rice and water to a medium saucepan set over medium heat. Stir in the olive oil. Bring to a rolling boil, reduce heat to simmer, cover with lid, and cook until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed, 30 to 40 minutes. Remove from the heat, leave covered, and rest for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.
Rice Cooker Brown Rice Recipe
  1. Rinse the rice in a fine mesh strainer until the water runs clear. Add brown rice and water to the rice cooker. Cook using the brown rice setting. Fluff with a fork and serve.
Instant Pot Brown Rice Recipe
  1. Rinse the rice in a fine mesh strainer until the water runs clear. Add brown rice to the Instant Pot or other pressure cooker. Pour in the water and stir to combine. Seal the lid of the Instant Pot and select 15 minutes on high pressure. Allow the Instant Pot to release pressure naturally. Remove the lid to the Instant Pot and fluff the brown rice with a fork. 

Notes

  • To make ahead. Cool the cooked brown rice and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.
  • To freeze. Cool the cooked rice and store it in a freezer-safe, airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1cup Calories 216.5kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 44.8g (15%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 1g (2%) Sodium 7mg (0%) Potassium 84mg (2%) Fiber 2g (8%) Calcium 24mg (2%) Iron 1.1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6(1-cup) servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 2165

% Daily Value*

Serving 1cup
Calories 216.5kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 44.8g 15%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 1g 2%
Sodium 7mg 0%
Potassium 84mg 2%
Fiber 2g 8%
Calcium 24mg 2%
Iron 1.1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.