u003cbu003eShould rice be cooked on low or high pressure?u003c/bu003e

u003cbu003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400;u0022u003eRice should be cooked on manual high pressure. I have not tested this garlic rice using the specific rice button and cannot recommend it.u003c/spanu003eu003c/bu003e

u003cstrongu003eHow do I release the natural pressure?u003c/strongu003e

u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400;u0022u003eThis may vary depending on the brand or model pressure cooker you own, but the pressure release lever or button is almost always on the lid. Always refer to your pressure cooker’s user manual to determine how to release pressure on your specific model.u003c/spanu003e

u003cstrongu003eAre jasmine rice and white rice the same?u003c/strongu003e

Ju003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400;u0022u003easmine rice is a type of white rice, but there are several types of white rice you can purchase. For this recipe, I recommend long-grain jasmine rice.u003c/spanu003e

u003cstrongu003eCan you overcook in a pressure cooker?u003c/strongu003e

u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400;u0022u003eYes, you can. For recipes like this garlic rice, it is important to release the remaining pressure in the pot after 10 minutes to prevent overcooking. If left pressurized too long, the rice will continue to cook, causing it to become mushy.u003c/spanu003e

Instant Pot Garlic Rice

Name: Instant Pot Garlic Rice
Prep time: 3 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup (185 g) dry white rice; 1 tablespoon oil or butter; 3-5 cloves garlic, minced or crushed; 1 cup (235 ml) water; 1/8 teaspoon salt

Instant Pot Garlic Rice

bowl of cooked white rice with instant pot in background

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This Instant Pot Garlic Rice is inspired by Filipino garlic fried rice and cooked to buttery, garlicky perfection in just 15 minutes! Enjoy as a simple side to your favorite vegan protein and sauteed vegetables. Gluten-Free, Vegan, Nut-Free.

Author: Caitlin Shoemaker
Prep Time: 3 Minutes
Cook Time: 12 Minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: Makes ~2 cups
Category: Side
Method: Instant Pot
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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1 cup (185 g) dry white rice
1 tablespoon oil or butter
3–5 cloves garlic, minced or crushed
1 cup (235 ml) water
1/8 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Rinse the Rice: put the rice in a fine-mesh sieve or colander and rinse under cold water, massaging the rice with your hands in circular motions to make sure each grain is rinsed. Continue to wash the rice until the water runs clear, then set aside to let drain.
Aromatics: turn the Instant Pot on to the Sauté setting add add the oil to the pot. Add the garlic once the oil is warmed and sauté for 60 to 90 seconds, stirring frequently with a spatula so it does not burn.
Cook the Rice: Add the rinsed rice and water to the pot and turn off the Sauté mode. Lock the lid into place, set the Pressure Release Knob to Sealing, select the Pressure Cook/Manual setting at high pressure, and set the cook time to 4 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then manually release the remaining pressure.
Serve: Add the salt to the cooked rice and mix it in as you fluff the rice with a fork or chopsticks. Serve warm; leftovers will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days, or can be frozen for up to 2 months.

Notes

Brown Rice: follow the same instructions, but pressure cook for 22 minutes instead of 4. Let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes before opening the instant pot and fluffing.

Find it online: https://frommybowl.com/instant-pot-garlic-rice/