Instant Pot Rice (Beef Plov)
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
8 as a side dish
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Calories
502 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
Instant Pot Rice (Beef Plov)
Description
Instant Pot Rice (Beef Plov) combines tender beef chuck with short grain brown rice, sautéed onions, and julienned carrots, all seasoned with cumin, paprika, coriander, salt, and pepper. The beef is first browned in olive oil to build flavor, then butter and onions are sautéed together to soften before adding carrots and spices. The rice is carefully layered on top, with garlic halves inserted for an aromatic touch. Warm water is poured over the top, and poking holes through the rice helps distribute flavor evenly. Cooking under high pressure in the Instant Pot for 30 minutes yields a savory, well-infused dish with a satisfying texture.
The dish offers a combination of tender meat and soft brown rice, enriched by butter and spices, with the unpeeled garlic adding a subtle, mellow garlic essence. As a plated meal, it can stand well on its own or be accompanied by simple side salads or yogurt-based sauces to complement the richness.
For the best results, use short grain brown rice that has been rinsed and drained. Allowing the beef to come to room temperature before cooking can help it brown more evenly. Letting the Instant Pot naturally release pressure for 10 minutes after cooking helps maintain the rice's texture and tenderness.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups short grain brown rice 500 grams, rinsed and drained*
- 1 lb beef chuck cut into 3/4" pieces, or beef stew meat
- 4 Tbsp olive oil
- 4 Tbsp butter unsalted
- 1 onion diced, large
- 3 carrot thickly julienned, large
- 3 cups water very warm, 720 ml
- 1 Tbsp salt we used fine sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp cumin ground
- 1/2 tsp paprika ground
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 garlic unpeeled, cut in half crosswise, whole head
Instructions
- Rinse and drain rice and set aside. Set Instant pot to sauté on high heat (push sauté twice to switch to high heat) and add 4 Tbsp olive oil. Once oil is hot (but not smoking), add beef in a single layer and sauté until lightly browned (5 min), stirring occasionally.
- Add 4 Tbsp butter and chopped onion and stir 3 minutes until softened.
- Add julienned carrots along with all seasonings (1 Tbsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper, 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp coriander) and sauté 5 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally.
- Spread rice evenly over the top (do not stir). Push garlic halves cut-side-down, halfway into the rice. Pour very warm (or hot) water directly over the garlic cloves so you don't disturb the rice. Use the back of a wooden spoon to poke 5-7 holes through the rice to the bottom of the pot (this helps disburse flavor).
- Cover and cook on high pressure 30 min (I used the "Multigrain" setting). Let instant pot rest and naturally depressurize 10 min before switching to the venting position to release steam. Make sure the steam is fully released and the pressure valve has floated down before opening the pot.
- Remove garlic and set aside. Stir rice well to combine ingredients. We squeeze the garlic cloves back into the pot because they are melt-in-your mouth delicious.
Notes
- Use short grain brown rice rinsed and drained to achieve a better texture.
- Allow beef to rest at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cooking to promote even browning.
- Natural pressure release in the Instant Pot for 10 minutes preserves the rice's fluffiness and texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8as a side dish
Amount Per Serving
Calories 502 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 502kcal | 25% |
| Carbs | 60g | |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 59mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 917mg | 38% |
| Potassium | 417mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 4070IU | 81% |
| Vitamin C | 2.7mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2.9mg | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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