How to Cook Orzo in an Instant Pot
An Instant Pot is the perfect tool for cooking up delicious and nutritious dishes in no time. Orzo, a form of pasta that resembles rice, is a versatile and flavorful meal that can easily be prepared using an Instant Pot. Here’s how to cook orzo in an Instant Pot:
What You’ll Need
- 1 cup of orzo
- 1 cup of chicken or vegetable stock
- ½ teaspoon of salt
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
Instructions
- Press the Sauté button on your Instant Pot and heat the olive oil in the pot.
- Add the orzo to the Instant Pot and and stir it around so it’s lightly coated in oil.
- Add the chicken or vegetable stock and salt to the Instant Pot.
- Lock the lid on the Instant Pot and set it to the Pressure Cook setting.
- Set the time to 5 minutes.
- Once the orzo is cooked, release the pressure.
- Serve immediately.
Tips
- For an even richer flavor, use a combination of butter and olive oil.
- If you desire a softer texture, increase the cooking time to 6 minutes.
- Add additional seasoning to the pot such as garlic powder, onion powder, or Italian seasoning.
Cooking orzo is a simple and quick way to enjoy a delicious meal in no time, thanks to the convenience of an Instant Pot. In just 5 minutes, you can enjoy this versatile and flavorful dish.
