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Instant Pot Rice Pilaf (Fluffy, Easy, No Babysitting)
A bowl of fluffy instant pot rice pilaf with herbs and separate grains in a cozy kitchen setting.
A simple, fluffy rice pilaf made in the Instant Pot with toasted rice, broth, and optional add-ins. Easy, reliable, and perfect for everyday meals.
Prep Time
5
min
Cook Time
10
min
Total Time
20
min
Servings
3
INGREDIENTS
INSTRUCTIONS
Long-grain white rice: 1 cup
Butter: 2 tbsp
Onion: ¼ cup, finely chopped (optional)
Garlic: 1 clove, minced (optional)
Orzo or broken spaghetti: ¼ cup (optional)
Chicken or vegetable broth: 2 cups
Salt: to taste
Black pepper: to taste
Optional:
Turmeric: pinch
Paprika: pinch
Parsley: garnish
Lemon juice: squeeze
1. Sauté and toast
Set Instant Pot to Sauté mode.
Melt butter and add orzo (if using), cooking until lightly golden.
Add rice and cook 2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in onion and garlic for 1 minute.
2. Add liquid and seasoning
Pour in broth, salt, pepper, and any spices.
Scrape the bottom to prevent sticking.
3. Pressure cook
Seal lid and cook on High Pressure for 4 minutes.
Let natural release for 10 minutes, then vent remaining pressure.
4. Rest and fluff
Open lid and fluff with a fork.
Add herbs, lemon, or any extras.
NOTES
Toasting the rice = better flavor
Don’t skip scraping the bottom (avoids burn notice)
Let it sit after cooking for fluffier texture
Add frozen veggies after cooking and let sit on warm
Categories
Rice
