This easy Instant Pot Jasmine Rice recipe is foolproof and lets you make perfectly cooked rice in the pressure cooker in just a few minutes. Serve it as a quick side dish or as part of your main dish!
This pressure cooker jasmine rice tastes exactly like the kind you get at your favorite Thai restaurant -- maybe even better. Once you learn to make rice in the Instant Pot, you won't want to make it any other way!
Jasmine rice was the very first recipe I made in my new Instant Pot. I actually chose to make it because I figured it would be easy enough, and it wouldn't be huge waste of time or money if I messed it up. I was completely new to the world of pressure cooking, and I wanted to play it safe.
I chose wisely. The rice was amazing, especially since I grew up on instant rice and never really mastered the art of cooking any other kind. The homemade pressure cooker version of jasmine rice was even better than what we got at our favorite Thai place!
At first, I followed the directions from the little recipe book that came with the Instant Pot. But then, I tweaked the basic recipe for Jasmine rice to make it even better. I like to serve this aromatic and very flavorful rice with Instant Pot Honey Curry Chicken, Salsa Verde Chicken, whole chicken, as well as in burrito bowls or burritos.
How to make jasmine rice in the Instant Pot
Making rice in the Instant Pot is super easy-- no stirring or watching the pot needed. I definitely recommend rinsing it well before you add it to the pot, though. I bought a big fine mesh strainer, which really helps, and the rice won't fall through.
Just measure the rice in a dry measuring cup, dump it in the strainer, and rinse it well. My daughter is now in charge of this part -- She loves swirling the rice around under the water!
Next, I add the rice and a little salt to the pressure cooker. I also like to add some olive oil, too.
Ratio of water to rice
I use a ratio of 1 part rice to 1 part water -- equal parts, or 1:1. Some recipes call for more water, but I think the texture is perfect when the ratio is equal -- not too dry, not too gooey. It has just the right amount of stickiness so the rice won't fall off of your fork.
How long do you cook jasmine rice in the electric pressure cooker?
The rice is done after a cooking time of 4 minutes and a natural release of 10 minutes. And that's it, you guys! Perfect jasmine rice every time!
This is for 2 cups of jasmine rice, but the cook time is the same for 3 cups or 1 cup. Oh, as bonus, your house will smell amazing. Think of it as a natural air freshener!
Tips for making perfect jasmine rice in the Instant Pot
- Use a dry measuring cup to measure the rice evenly
- Use a fine-mesh strainer to rinse the rice before cooking
- Use a wet measuring cup to measure the water evenly
- Add a little olive oil or vegetable oil when cooking
Recipe for Instant Pot Jasmine Rice
Instant Pot Jasmine Rice
Ingredients
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse the jasmine rice thoroughly in a fine-mesh strainer
- Add the rice to the inner pot of the pressure cooker, and sprinkle with sea salt
- Add the water, and swirl in the olive oil
- Cover with the lid, set the valve to sealing, and hit PRESSURE COOK for 4 minutes
- Allow a 10 minute natural release, then hit CANCEL, and turn valve to venting to release remaining pressure
- When pin drops, carefully open lid, stir rice, and serve
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I hope you enjoy this easy Instant Pot jasmine rice as much as we do!
Happy Cooking,
Alejandra says
I love this recipe! So easy and simple!
Dee says
Thank you so much, Alejandra. I'm glad you like it!
Jenn Heisserer says
I have a slightly dumb question but am somewhat new to the instant pot game. When you set your high pressure settings and cook time, theres an option to "keep warm" on or off. Do you adjust this? It automatically is set to on if not changed. Thanks! Looking forward to trying this out tonight!
Dee says
I usually turn the pot off after it's done. I find the rice tends to stick if it stays on keep warm, but maybe that's just me. Hope you like it!
beverly f kemp says
I add Italian seasoning to my rice
Janine says
I have a question....why do all of the rice recipes never use the rice function on the pot?
Dee says
I'm not sure about other people, but I personally find this timing makes perfectly cooked rice. 🙂
Gabrielle Alvarez says
Maybe a dumb question but when it says 4 minute cook time, is that 4 times minutes or 4 minutes after the instant pot starts its timer? I'm new to the pot and it's driving me a little crazy to wait 20+ minutes just for the "instant" part to start!
Dee says
NOT a dumb question! 🙂 The cook time begins when the pot reaches pressure and starts counting down. Then, 10 minutes release. So, it's really not instant, but when you cook roasts and such, it's a lot faster this way.
Monica salinas says
I don’t know what I’m doing wrong. All the time I follow instructions. Never see count down and always had the FOOD BURN sign 😩even I add extra cup of water.
Dee says
Hmm. It sounds like maybe a bad seal or faulty pot?
Ileana says
Love love love this recipe! I made it a couple months ago and loved it. Now it’s the only rice recipe I use! Turns out absolutely perfect every time. Plus the flavor is amazing!
Dee says
I'm so happy to hear this, Ileana! Thank you for the sweet comment!
Pat Vita says
Absolutely perfect rice! Thank you!
Dee says
So happy you liked the rice! Thank you!
Michelle Noll says
Love. Love. Love. This way to cook Jasmine Rice in the Instant Pot. It's perfect every time! I make a big batch every week.
Would love to see a perfect Instant Pot Brown Rice from you! I know it would be just as wonderful!
Dee says
Thank you so much for the sweet compliment, Michelle! I'll work on getting a recipe for the brown rice up on the blog soon!
Michelle Noll says
I just saw the Brown Rice recipe! Super excited. (I took a wee little break from social grazing for a bit. My mind needed a break.) Thanks so much! Can’t wait to try it this weekend! Much food love to you! 💖