Instant Pot Fried Rice Recipe
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Description
Fried rice is a delicious and popular dish that is enjoyed all around the world. It is a versatile dish that can be made with different types of meat, vegetables, and sauces, and is perfect for using up leftovers. This instant pot fried rice recipe is a quick and easy way to make this classic dish in your own kitchen.Prep Time
The prep time for this recipe is minimal, as most of the ingredients are simply added to the instant pot. You will need to chop up any vegetables and meat that you plan to use, which should take around 10-15 minutes.Cook Time
The cook time for this recipe is just 3 minutes! However, it will take around 10-15 minutes for the instant pot to come to pressure before the cooking time begins.Ingredients
- 1 cup of uncooked rice
- 1 1/4 cups of water
- 1 tablespoon of oil
- 1/2 cup of diced onion
- 1/2 cup of diced carrots
- 1/2 cup of diced celery
- 1/2 cup of frozen peas
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
Equipment
- Instant Pot
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Spatula
- Bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
Method
- Add the rice and water to the instant pot and stir to combine.
- Close the lid and set the valve to sealing.
- Press the manual or pressure cook button and set the timer for 3 minutes.
- While the rice is cooking, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the onion, carrots, celery, and peas to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, black pepper, and salt.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the beaten eggs to the other side.
- Scramble the eggs and then mix them in with the vegetables.
- Once the instant pot is done cooking, let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes before using the quick release.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and then add it to the skillet with the vegetables and eggs.
- Toss everything together and then top with sliced green onions.
Notes
- You can use any type of meat in this recipe, such as chicken, pork, or shrimp. Simply cook the meat in the skillet before adding the vegetables.
- You can also use any type of vegetables that you have on hand. Bell peppers, mushrooms, and corn are all great options.
- If you prefer your fried rice to be more saucy, you can increase the amount of soy sauce and sesame oil.
Nutrition Info
This instant pot fried rice recipe serves 4 and each serving contains approximately:- Calories: 331
- Protein: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fat: 8g
- Sodium: 697mg
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 4g
Recipe Tips
- Be sure to use long-grain rice for this recipe, as it will yield the best results.
- Make sure to rinse the rice before adding it to the instant pot to remove any excess starch.
- If you don't have an instant pot, you can make this recipe on the stovetop. Simply cook the rice according to the package directions and then add it to the skillet with the vegetables and eggs.
- If you want to meal prep this recipe, you can store it in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
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