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    Home » Recipes » Side Dishes » Instant Pot Jasmine Rice (Easy and Delicious)

    Instant Pot Jasmine Rice (Easy and Delicious)

    April 25, 2022 By Chandice | 12 Comments | Updated October 6, 2022

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    Our instant pot jasmine rice recipe is simple and delicious. The instant pot helps make the perfect jasmine rice so you can enjoy this yummy rice in a quick amount of time.

    Instant pot jasmine rice is a staple for many recipes and makes a delicious side dish. With an instant pot, you will be able to have a short cook time and won’t have to worry about stirring the rice every two seconds.

    Instant pot jasmine rice in glass bowl

    My instant pot is one of my favorite things EVER. It is an all-in-one cooking appliance so I was able to get rid of my rice cooker and slow cooker. I was nervous about having an electric pressure cooker at first, but now I can’t live without it.

    One thing I love about my instant pot is that I can cook a variety of things in it. For example, I love making The BEST Instant Pot Meatballs for spaghetti and instant pot lasagna or my Instant Pot Apple Crisp (Gluten-Free) for dessert! Instant pot recipes are easy recipes and also great for meal prep like our instant pot broccoli cheddar soup and instant pot chicken noodle soup.

    An instant pot recipe that is one of my kids favorite recipes is my Gluten-Free Mac and Cheese (Instant Pot) recipe. This Instant Pot chicken pasta is another quick and delicious Instant Pot dish.

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    I believe that Instant Pots make the best rice. The high pressure and the natural pressure release makes rice that has a perfectly sticky texture. I think that when you cook rice on the stove top, it takes longer and is not as fluffy.

    A key thing to cooking rice in the instant pot is to get the right water ratio and rice ratio. Without getting it just right, you’ll get crunchy rice. For this recipe, use two cups of jasmine rice and two cups of water.

    Pro Tip: Throw some of your favorite seasoning into the pot before cooking the rice to change the flavor of the rice (I like to use cilantro and a squeeze of lime).

    My Creamy Italian Chicken (Instant Pot and Slow Cooker Options) recipe is a great main dish that pairs well with a bowl of rice or our gluten-free orange chicken. You can also pair it with Instant Pot Carrots…The BEST! recipe or this Instant Pot Chicken Tinga.

    What you need

    Since this recipe is just for rice, all you need is one ingredient. And, you probably already have the ingredient in your pantry.

    Jasmine rice

    Jasmine rice is sold pretty much anywhere you shop. You can find it at your local grocery store, online, or at a local Asian market. All rices are gluten-free, so there is no need to worry about that.

    You can use white jasmine rice or brown jasmine rice. It is up to personal preference.

    jasmine rice cooked and placed into a glass bowl with a spoon next to it and an instant pot in the background

    How to make jasmine rice

    To make jasmine rice in the instant pot pressure cooker, use the following steps:

    • Add the cups of rice and water to the instant pot and seal the lid of the instant pot (you can use cold water or warm water, it doesn’t matter)
    • Set on pressure cook or the manual setting to 3 minutes
    • Once it has come to temperature and cooked 3 minutes, let it do a slow release for 10 minutes
    • Quick release after the 10 minute slow or natural release, fluff rice with a fork and enjoy
    Rice in instant pot with fork stirring it
    What’s the difference between jasmine rice and regular rice?

    Jasmine rice is a long-grain white rice and is skinnier than your typical rice. It also has a fluffier texture to it. White rice is usually from China or other Southeast Asian countries, whereas jasmine rice is typically from Thailand. Fragrant jasmine rice has a stronger smell; some describe it as a plant-like smell.

    Is jasmine rice better for you than white rice?

    Since it is still a white rice, it has the same nutritional value as white rice. There are other type of jasmine rice, such as a whole grain option, which are typically darker colors. Brown rice is a healthier option.

    What dishes use jasmine rice?

    You’ll usually find jasmine rice in Thai and Vietnamese dishes. It is typically associated with foods from southeast Asia, but jasmine rice works with any Asian foods. I particularly like jasmine rice with stir fry. You can also serve it with teriyaki salmon bowl.

    How do you store leftovers?

    Let the rice cool down to room temperature before putting in an airtight container. It will last 4-6 days in the refrigerator. To reheat your rice, you can throw it in the microwave for thirty seconds or so. Make sure you add a bit of water before microwaving to have fluffy rice.

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    Instant Pot Jasmine Rice

    Instant Pot Jasmine Rice (easy) in a glass bowl
    5 from 11 votes
    Our instant pot jasmine rice recipe is simple and delicious. The instant pot helps make the perfect rice so you can enjoy this yummy rice in a quick amount of time.
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    Prep Time: 7 mins
    Cook Time: 3 mins
    Total Time: 20 mins
    Course: side dishes
    Cuisine: asian
    Keyword: Instant Pot, rice
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 225kcal

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups dry jasmine rice
    • 2 cups water

    Instructions

    • Add the rice and water to the instant pot and seal the lid
    • Set pressure cook or manual to 3 minutes
    • Once it has come to temperature and cooked 3 minutes, let it do a slow release for 10 minutes
    • Quick release after the 10 minute slow or natural release, fluff rice with a fork and enjoy

    Notes

    How do you store leftovers?

    Let the rice cool down to room temperature before putting in an airtight container. It will last 4-6 days in the refrigerator. To reheat your rice, you can throw it in the microwave for thirty seconds or so. Make sure you add a bit of water before microwaving to have fluffy rice.
    Pro Tip: Throw some of your favorite seasoning into the pot before cooking the rice to change the flavor of the rice (I like to use cilantro and a squeeze of lime).

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cup cooked rice | Calories: 225kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 71mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

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    Comments

    1. Moop Brown says

      May 02, 2022 at 5:18 pm

      5 stars
      I love jasmine rice because it is so versatile and goes well with a variety of different recipes. Thank you for sharing!

      Reply
    2. Jessica says

      May 02, 2022 at 10:16 am

      Making rice in an Instant Pot is a game changer! It was so easy and the texture was perfect. I don’t think I’ll ever prepare rice using another method again.

      Reply
    3. Marie says

      May 01, 2022 at 5:57 pm

      5 stars
      A bowl of perfectly cooked rice is one of life’s underrated pleasures, I think! This technique was perfect and so easy. I won’t be returning to boiling rice any time soon!

      Reply
    4. Debbie says

      May 01, 2022 at 2:25 pm

      5 stars
      I am always looking for ways to use my Instant Pot and this is a great way to have perfect Jasmine Rice. This came out perfectly cooked and it was so easy. Thanks for this recipe .

      Reply
    5. Laura Arteaga says

      April 30, 2022 at 5:07 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you! all the info I needed in one place! I’ve been struggling with Jasmine rice for too long. I find it quite challenging to cook to perfection and following your instructions it came out perfect.

      Reply
    6. Raksha Kamat says

      April 29, 2022 at 2:38 pm

      5 stars
      Till now I did not know about making Jasmine rice in instant pot. I made it today by following the instructions in this recipe and served it with delicious butter chicken. The rice turned delicious.

      Reply
    7. Patricia @ Grab a Plate says

      April 29, 2022 at 5:19 am

      I love the flavor of jasmine rice! How great that it can be made so easily in the instant pot – it’s the perfect addition to so many meal options!

      Reply
    8. Leslie says

      April 28, 2022 at 1:51 pm

      5 stars
      I have never made rice in the instant pot, so I really appreciate this well, thought out, recipe. Thanks for helping me give this a go!

      Reply
    9. Allyssa says

      April 28, 2022 at 11:46 am

      5 stars
      Super loved the taste and super easy to make! Thank you for sharing your idea, it’s really helpful! Will have this again!

      Reply
    10. Megan says

      April 27, 2022 at 11:14 pm

      5 stars
      I love Jasmine rice and this is my favourite way to cook it. Love this recipe and my Instant Pot.

      Reply
    11. Ali says

      April 27, 2022 at 8:40 pm

      5 stars
      This is so genius!! Rice is such a staple, so cooking it in the Instant Pot is awesome! I’m all about saving time.

      Reply
      • Chandice says

        April 27, 2022 at 8:52 pm

        Thanks! I love cooking it in the instant pot 🙂

        Reply

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