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Ninja Foodi Rice
Learn how to make quick and easy Ninja Foodi rice that's light and fluffy. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced cook, these tips will help you achieve perfect rice in your Ninja Foodi every time!
Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
23 mins
Soaking Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 25 mins
Servings:
8
Calories:
174 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
Indian
Ingredients
- 2 cup basmati rice (180 grams)
- 2.5 cup water
- 1 teaspoon ghee optional, or oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
Instructions
- Wash basmati rice until the water runs clear. If soaking, soak the rice in excess water for 1 hour. After the soaking time is done, rinse the rice.
- Add the water and rice to the ninja foodi pressure cooker. If using, add the ghee/oil and salt. Start the pressure cooker for 2 minutes on high pressure with vent in sealing position.
- When the ninja foodi beeps, do 10 minutes natural pressure release, which means release the pressure manually 10 mnutes after the ninja foodi beeps.
- Fluff the rice with a ladle or fork. Let them stand for 5 more minutes.
- Rice is ready to be served with your favorite curry.
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Notes
- Storing Cooked Rice: Let it cool completely, then pack it in airtight containers to store. Cooked rice can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
Nutrition Information
Calories
174kcal
(9%)
Carbohydrates
37g
(12%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
0.5g
(3%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.1g
(1%)
Monounsaturated Fat
0.3g
(2%)
Cholesterol
2mg
(1%)
Sodium
151mg
(6%)
Potassium
53mg
(1%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
0.1g
(0%)
Calcium
15mg
(2%)
Iron
0.4mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 174
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 174kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 151mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 53mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.