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Instant Pot Brown Rice Recipe

Instant pot brown rice is easy and absolutely no-fail. It includes less than 5 minutes of preparation and you will end up with delicious and fluffy brown rice every time. 

Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
26 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 406 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups brown rice
  • 2 1/2 cups water see notes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

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  1. Rinse the rice a few times under running water to get rid of the excess starch.
  2. Place brown rice, water and olive oil in the instant pot. 
  3. Secure the lid and make sure the knob is on "seal". 
  4. Press "pressure cook" (manual) and set it on "high". Set the timer for 24 minutes. 
  5. Wait for the brown rice to cook in the instant pot. Let the pressure release naturally. 
  6. Open the lid and fluff the rice using a fork. 

Notes

  • For more flavor, use chicken or vegetable stock instead of water. You can also use a mix of both stock and water. Also, you can add herbs such as cilantro and parsley right before serving.
  • You can make a big batch of this instant pot brown rice during the weekend and measure it into meal prep containers. Make your favorite protein and refrigerate to have food ready during the week.
  • Store the leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave or in a pan with a little bit of water over medium low heat. 
  • Make sure to rinse the rice before you place it in the instant pot. Rinsing would remove the excess starch and will keep your rice fluffy and not gummy. 
  • Let the pressure release naturally, this will help the rice become tender and the grains won't break when you fluff them. 
  • Freezing instructions: Let the rice cool completely and then measure one cup and put it in a freezer bag. Spread the rice into a layer. Repeat with the remaining rice. Freeze for up to 3 months. To heat, take the block of rice out of the bag and microwave it or place it in a pan over medium low heat. It will heat pretty quickly.

Nutrition Information

Calories 406kcal (20%) Carbohydrates 72g (24%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Sodium 11mg (0%) Potassium 255mg (7%) Fiber 3g (12%) Calcium 36mg (4%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 406

% Daily Value*

Calories 406kcal 20%
Carbohydrates 72g 24%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Sodium 11mg 0%
Potassium 255mg 5%
Fiber 3g 12%
Calcium 36mg 4%
Iron 2mg 11%

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