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    How to cook Basmati rice ( Instant Pot + Open Pot + Pressure Cooker )

    Posted on May 21, 2016 · Last Updated on Feb 2, 2022 by sharmila kingsly

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    Cooking Basmati Rice is a basic Kitchen hack. We use the cooked basmati rice in a variety of recipes like pulao, fried rice ,and many more.

    How to cook Basmati rice Perfectly | Kitchen Basics

    Cooking Basmati Rice perfectly has always been a challenge for me in the initial days when I started cooking. The perfect myth is the soaking of basmati Rice and good quality of basmati Rice to be used while cooking.

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    In the Pressure Cooker method always an understanding is required while cooking the rice. So I recommend following the ratio which I have mentioned below and then adjusting according to your cooker’s way. This ratio works perfectly for me it has never failed me.

    How to cook Basmati rice Perfectly | Kitchen Basics

    Ingredients

    Basmati Rice Ingredients

    Basmati Rice - Use good quality long grained Basmati Rice.

    Oil - Adding oil while cooking basmati rice helps in the texture of the rice. It gives a non sticky and fluffy rice, so highly recommend adding it.

    Salt - Add the salt required for cooking the rice.

    Whole Spices - Gives a nice aroma to the rice. You can remove the whole spices after cooking. you can skip if you don't prefer.

    Water - The basic and the ratio of rice to water differs for the different methods of cooking the rice. For a pressure cooker 1.25 cups of water for every 1 cup of water. For Instant Pot 1.25 cups of water for every 1 cup Rice if you prefer a firmer rice add 1 cup water for 1 cup rice.

    Instant Pot Method :

    1.Wash the 2 cups of basmati rice in water for 3 or 4 times until the water is clear. Soak the rice for 15 -30 mins.

    2. Switch on the Instant pot in saute mode and then add in 1 tbsp of oil.

    3. Once the oil gets hot add the soaked rice. Saute the rice in oil for a few secs.

    4. Add 2 cups water, required salt and the whole spices (if using it is optional).

    5. Close the Instant Pot Move the Pressure knob to sealing position and set 6 mins in high pressure.

    6. After the cooking time wait for 10 mins of natural pressure release and then turn the pressure knob to the venting position.

    7. Open the Instant Pot after the silver pin goes down and gently fluff the rice with a fork. Instant Pot basmati Rice is ready.

    Pressure Cooker Method

    Wash and soak 2 cups of basmati Rice in water for 30 mins.

    In a pressure Cooker add in 1 tbsp oil and wait till the oil heats up.

    Next add in the Bay leaves, Cardamom, Cinnamon, and Cloves and fry till a nice aroma comes out. Add the soaked basmati rice. Saute for a few secs.

    Now add in the measured 2.5 cups of Water. Combine everything and add in 1 tbsp of Oil and the required Salt. Once the Water Comes to a boil.

    Close the pressure cooker. Wait till the steam comes vigorously out of the pressure cooker and then put the whistle.

    Cook for 3 mins in a high flame and switch off the stove. Wait till all the pressure gets released by itself and then remove the whistle Open the pressure cooker and carefully fluff up with the fork.

    Open Pot Method

    Wash 2 cup of basmati rice in water for 3 or 4 time or until the water is clear and set aside.

    In a pan add in water and start cooking. To the water add the whole spices. Add in salt and oil and bring everything to a boil.

    Once the water stats boiling add the basmati Rice and cook until the rice is 95 % cooked. Switch off the stove and let it rest for 5 mins.

    Drain the excess water and then spread the cooked rice in a wide plate and let it cool.

    Remove the whole spices and the basmati Rice is ready and fluffy.

    How to cook Basmati rice Perfectly | Kitchen Basics

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    How to Cook Basmati Rice

    Cooking basmati Rice is a basic Kitchen hack. We use the cooked basmati rice in a variety of recipes like pulao, fried rice and many more.
    Prep Time30 minutes mins
    Cook Time5 minutes mins
    Total Time35 minutes mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Indian
    Servings: 5
    Calories: 160kcal
    Author: sharmila kingsly
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    Standard 1 cup measures 240 ml

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot or Pressure Cooker or Pot

    Ingredients

    • 2 cup Basmathi Rice
    • Water as needed
    • 1 Bay Leaf
    • 1 inch piece Cinnamon stick
    • 2 Cloves
    • 2 Cardamom
    • 1 tbsp Oil
    • Salt as needed

    Instructions 

    Instant Pot Method

    • Wash the 2 cups of basmati rice in water for 3 or 4 times until the water is clear. Soak the rice for 15 -30 mins.
    • Switch on the Instant pot in saute mode and then add in 1 tbsp of oil.
    • Once the oil gets hot add the soaked rice. Saute the rice in oil for few secs.
    • Add 2 cups water, required salt and the whole spices (if using it is optional).
    • Close the Instant Pot Move the Pressure knob to sealing position and set 6 mins in high pressure.
    • After the cooking time wait for 10 mins of natural pressure release and then turn the pressure knob to the venting position.
    • Open the Instant Pot after the silver pin goes down and gently fluff the rice with fork. Instant Pot basmati Rice is ready.

    Pressure Cooker Method

    • Wash and soak 2 cups of basmati Rice in water for 30 mins.
    • In a pressure Cooker add in 1 tbsp oil and wait till the oil heats up. Next add in the Bay leaves, Cardamom, Cinnamon and Cloves and fry till a nice aroma comes out.
    • Add the soaked basmati Rice. Saute for few secs.
    • Now add in the measured 2.5 cups of Water. Combine everything and add in 1 tbsp of Oil and the required Salt.
    • Once the Water Comes to a boil. Close the pressure cooker. Wait till the steam comes vigorously out of the pressure cooker and then put the whistle. Cook for 3 mins in a high flame and switch off the stove.
    • Wait till all the pressure gets released by itself and then remove the whistle
    • Open the pressure cooker and carefully fluff up with the fork.

    Open Pot Method

    • Wash 2 cup of basmati rice in water for 3 or 4 time or until the water is clear and set aside.
    • In a pan add in water and start cooking. To the water add the whole spices. Add in salt and oil and bring everything to a boil.
    • Once the water stats boiling add the basmati Rice and cook until the rice is 95 % cooked. Switch off the stove and let it rest for 5 mins.
    • Drain the excess water and then spread the cooked rice in a wide plate and let it cool.
    • Remove the whole spices and the basmati Rice is ready and fluffy.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 30.4g | Protein: 3.2g | Fat: 4.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Fiber: 1.6g
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    Disclaimer: I am not a nutritionist, the nutrition value provided here is an estimate. It will vary based on the quantity and brands of the products used.

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