Wash the jasmine rice until they are clear and then add the rice to the Instant Pot. To this add in the measured water along with salt. Now close the Instant Pot. Move the pressure valve to the sealing position.
Set 3 mins in high pressure. Wait for 10 minutes, then do a quick pressure release and open the Instant Pot. Fluff the rice with a fork. Jasmine rice is cooked perfectly.
Remove the rice and spread it on a wide tray and freeze it for 10 mins.
Prepare Fried Rice.
Switch on the Instant Pot in saute mode now. In the inner pot add 2 tbsp of sesame oil. Wait for a min so that it gets hot. Now add in finely chopped ginger and garlic.
Cook for a min and then add in the chopped onions and bell pepper. Cook for 2 mins. Stir in between.
Now add ¾ cup of the basil leaves. You can also chop or tear roughly and add. Cook till the leaves wilt.
Next, move everything towards a side and then add the Soy Sauce, Sriracha sauce, and Hoisin sauce.
Combine everything together and cook for a min.
Then add the Salt and pepper powder. Combine everything.
Next, add the cooked jasmine rice. Gently toss the rice with the other ingredients.
Now switch off the Instant Pot and then garnish chopped spring onions and the remaining fresh basil leaves. Instant Pot Thai basil fried rice is ready.
Stovetop Instructions
If you do not have an Instant Pot, you can make Thai basil fried rice on the stovetop as well using the same recipe. Use a saucepan and to this add 3 cups of water. Add in salt and bring it to a boil.
Wash the Jasmine rice until clear and add to the saucepan after the water starts boiling.
Cook the rice for 4-5 mins or until they are cooked. Use a colander and drain the excess water. Spread the rice on a wide plate and let it cool down.
Heat another wok or pan and then you can follow the rest of the recipe.