Pressure Cooker Fluffy Brown Rice
In short: Long-grain brown rice cooked for 22 minutes under pressure with a little oil and salt, giving separate, tender, slightly chewy grains. It takes about 44 min in total and makes 6 servings.
- Prep
- 2 min
- Cook
- 42 min
- Total
- 44 min
- Servings
- 6
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Calories
- 245 kcal
Brown rice is healthy but can be slow and temperamental on the stove. In a pressure cooker it cooks in about twenty-two minutes with no watching, and the steam makes the grains tender with a pleasant chew. A little oil prevents sticking and foam, and a ten-minute natural release finishes the job. Make a big batch at the start of the week for rice bowls, stir-fries and side dishes, since brown rice reheats and freezes well.
Instructions
- Rinse the rice in a sieve under cold water for about 30 seconds until the water runs mostly clear. Drain well.
- Put the rice, water, oil and salt in the pressure cooker pot and stir once.
- Close and lock the lid, set the vent to sealing and cook at high pressure for 22 minutes.
- Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then release the rest with the quick-release valve.
- Open the lid, fluff the rice gently with a fork or rice paddle, and cover for 5 minutes to let it steam dry.
Tips
- Brown basmati or short-grain brown rice behave differently. Use 1 cup of water for each cup of brown basmati and cook for 15 minutes.
- If your rice comes out too wet, use 2 tablespoons less water next time. If it is too firm, add 2 tablespoons more.
Questions and answers
Do I need to rinse brown rice?
Rinsing removes surface starch and any dust, giving more separate grains. It is not strictly needed, but it helps.
Can I freeze cooked brown rice?
Yes. Cool it quickly, portion it into freezer bags, flatten them and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat with a splash of water.
Why use natural release for rice?
The gentle release lets the grains finish absorbing steam. A fast release can leave the rice wet and unevenly cooked.
How long does it take to make Pressure Cooker Fluffy Brown Rice?
About 44 min in total: 2 min of preparation and 42 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Pressure Cooker Fluffy Brown Rice?
About 245 kcal per serving, with 5 g of protein, 50 g of carbohydrates and 3 g of fat. These values are estimates.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 245 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 50 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 190 mg |
Estimated values, calculated from the ingredients.
