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Pressure Cooker Brown Rice Recipe

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Description

Brown rice is a healthy and nutritious staple food that is a great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Cooking brown rice can be a bit tricky, but with a pressure cooker, it becomes much easier and quicker. This pressure cooker brown rice recipe produces perfectly cooked rice that is fluffy and delicious.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is minimal. It takes only 5 minutes to measure and rinse the rice and set up the pressure cooker.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is about 22 minutes, depending on the type of pressure cooker you are using.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups brown rice
  • 2 1/2 cups water or broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (optional)

Equipment

  • Pressure cooker
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Colander
  • Wooden spoon

Method

  1. Measure 2 cups of brown rice and rinse it thoroughly in a colander under running water until the water runs clear.
  2. Place the rinsed rice in the pressure cooker and add 2 1/2 cups of water or broth.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter and 1 teaspoon of salt, if desired.
  4. Stir the rice gently with a wooden spoon to distribute the oil and salt evenly.
  5. Close the lid of the pressure cooker and turn the heat to high.
  6. Bring the pressure cooker up to pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  7. Once the cooker has reached pressure, reduce the heat to low and cook for 22 minutes.
  8. Turn off the heat and let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes.
  9. Release any remaining pressure manually and open the lid.
  10. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve.

Notes

  • Do not overfill the pressure cooker. The rice should not take up more than half of the pot.
  • Make sure to rinse the rice thoroughly to remove excess starch.
  • If using broth instead of water, adjust the amount of salt accordingly.
  • Letting the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes is important to ensure the rice cooks evenly and does not become mushy.

Nutrition Info

  • Serving size: 1/2 cup cooked rice
  • Calories: 108
  • Total fat: 1g
  • Saturated fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 105mg
  • Total carbohydrates: 22g
  • Dietary fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Protein: 3g

Recipe Tips

  • Use a good quality pressure cooker for best results.
  • Experiment with different types of rice, such as jasmine or basmati, for variety.
  • Add some chopped herbs or spices, such as garlic or cumin, to the rice for extra flavor.
  • Leftover rice can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for later use.

Enjoy this delicious and easy pressure cooker brown rice recipe as a side dish or as the base for a healthy stir-fry or grain bowl.


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