How to Make Instant Pot Long Grain White Rice

Instant Pot long grain white rice is fluffy and delicious and so simple to make. Get perfect cooked rice in just minutes to serve as a side or add to soups, casseroles and all of your favorite recipes.

Rice is such a versatile dish and I love this easy method of cooking it. I often make it as a side dish to go with fish and seafood, chicken or poultry but it's also great to have some already cooked on hand for this Scallop Fried Rice recipe.

What is Long Grain White Rice?

Rice is classified according to the length of its grains as short grain, medium grain or long grain rice. Long grain rice is the most common, and the grains are 3 to 5 times longer than they are wide. Long grain rice is lower in starch, so the grains should be separate and distinct when cooked. The three most common types of long grain rice include basmati, jasmine and Carolina Gold.

• Basmati Rice – Typically grown in the Himalayas or India, basmati rice is very fragrant and nutty. Basmati rice has a lower glycemic index, meaning that even those with diabetes can enjoy small amounts of basmati rice.
• Jasmine Rice – Grown in Thailand, jasmine rice is fragrant and buttery. Jasmine rice is sometimes called Asian rice.
• Carolina Gold Rice – A variety of African rice, Carolina Gold was popularized in South Carolina and is one of the most popular US-grown rice.

I love serving long grain rice with dishes like Pan Seared Scallops with Brown Butter Beer Sauce, Slow Cooker Italian Roast Pork and Rosemary Chicken Thighs with Red Wine Mushroom Sauce.

Ingredients

• Long Grain White Rice – rinse the rice several times for the best results.
• Water
• Salt

See the recipe card for quantities.

Instructions

Hint: Use a spoon or spatula to make sure all the grains of rice are below the level of the water in the Instant Pot.

Substitutions/ Variations

• Use broth or stock instead of water for more flavorful rice. I like to use beef broth when I serve this rice with Beef Tenderloin Tips and Mushrooms.
• Easily double or triple the recipe. The cooking times will remain the same for perfect cooked rice.
• Stir in herbs or other seasonings after the Instant Pot Basmati rice has cooked.

FAQs

Common Mistakes When Cooking Long Grain Rice

• Not Measuring – The measurements in this recipe are tested to ensure you have the perfect rice to water ratio. Not measuring can lead to undercooked or overcooked rice.
• Too Little Water – This can lead to rice that is hard, burnt and stuck to the bottom of the pot.
• Overcooking – Cooking for too long can turn the rice mushy. It can also cause the rice to burn if all of the water is cooked out.
• Not Rinsing Rice – Rice that isn't rinsed still tastes good but can be very sticky.
• Not Seasoning the Rice – Salt brings out the flavors of the rice. Not seasoning can make the rice bland and boring. For more flavor, try seasoning rice with some herbs like basil or another fresh herb.

Storage

• Leftover rice can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• You can freeze rice in a zip-top bag for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and use in all of your favorite recipes. Here are the best practices for freezing and meal prepping rice.

Did you know you can also cook quinoa in the instant pot or pressure cooker? That works really well too!

RECIPE

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