---
title: Cooked White or Brown Rice (Instant Pot)
servings: 4
source:
  name: Rainbow Plant Life
  author: Nisha Vora
  url: https://plans.rainbowplantlife.com/recipes/cooked-white-or-brown-rice-instant-pot
image: https://imagedelivery.net/2iqVZVZ93QVmZXnzq-5uHA/test-image-64/500
tags: [basics, cooked, white, brown, vegan, meal-prep]
---

Prepare: @long-grain white rice or brown rice{1.5%cup}, @kosher salt{0.25%tsp}, @extra virgin olive oil{1%tsp}(optional).

= INSTANT POT INSTRUCTIONS FOR WHITE RICE =

In the Instant Pot inner pot, add 1 1/2 cup water, white rice, salt, and olive oil, if using. Stir to combine.

Seal the machine and select the Pressure Cook setting at high pressure. Cook for ~{3%minutes}.

Allow a natural pressure release for ~{10%minutes}, then open the valve to release any remaining steam.

Fluff rice with a fork. Allow to cool a bit, then store in a labeled airtight container in the fridge for 4 to 5 days.

= INSTANT POT INSTRUCTIONS FOR BROWN RICE =

In the Instant Pot inner pot, add a shy 2 cup water, brown rice, salt, and olive oil, if using. Stir to combine.

Seal the machine and select the Pressure Cook setting at high pressure. Cook for ~{12%minutes} (or 15 to 20 minutes for softer rice).

Allow a natural pressure release for ~{10%minutes}, then open the valve to release any remaining steam.

Fluff rice with a fork. Allow to cool a bit, then store in a labeled airtight container in the fridge for 4 to 5 days.

> To prevent lots of foaming, don’t fill the Instant Pot more than halfway when cooking grains.
> For stovetop instructions, see this recipe: Cooked White or Brown Rice (Stovetop).