How to Cook Yellow Rice in an Instant Pot
Making yellow rice in the Instant Pot is a simple, one-pot meal that is ready in minutes. Whether you’re serving yellow rice as a side dish with grilled meats, or as the base of a delicious one-pot meal, the Instant Pot makes it easy and flavorful. Here’s how to make yellow rice in your Instant Pot:
Ingredients
- 1 cup long grain rice
- 1 tablespoon of butter or oil
- 1 teaspoon of ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 2 cups of water
Instructions
- Step 1: Add the rice, butter or oil, spices, and salt into the Instant Pot.
- Step 2: Pour in 2 cups of water and give everything a good stir.
- Step 3: Secure the lid and pressure valve, and select the “Rice” setting.
- Step 4: Allow the Instant Pot to cook for 5 minutes before releasing the pressure naturally.
- Step 5: Once all of the pressure has been released, open the lid and fluff the rice with a fork.
- Step 6: Taste the yellow rice and adjust the seasoning to your preference.
- Step 7: Serve the yellow rice with your favorite meal.
Making yellow rice in the Instant Pot is a great way to get a healthy, nutritious meal on the table quickly. The flavor of the spices really comes through and brings the yellow rice to life. Give it a try and see for yourself!
