Indian-Style Basmati Rice (Instant Pot)
Here is another really simple Indian-style basmati rice recipe that goes great with curries and dal. Using the Instant Pot significantly cuts down on the cooking time. Sauté the whole spices for a minute, then the onions for 10 minutes, and the rice for 3 minutes. Pour in the water and set the function to Pressure Cook on high for 4 minutes. That’s it. Make sure to take out the whole spices before serving.
Prep Time20 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Indian, instant pot, side dish, South Asian, vegan
Author: Alex Gorgos
- 2 cups basmati rice soaked for 20 minutes
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 green cardamom pods
- 2 whole cloves
- 1 tbsp cumin seeds
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- salt to taste
- 2 cups water
Turn your Instant Pot function to Sauté on medium heat for 15 minutes. Heat up the cooking oil. Add in the whole spices, frying in the oil for 1 minute.
Add in the onions, seasoning with salt. Sauté for 10 minutes until browned.
Add in the soaked basmati rice and fry for 3 minutes.
Pour in the water. Turn the Instant Pot function to Pressure Cook on high for 4 minutes. Put on the lid and push start.
Once the 4 minutes are up, release the pressure. Fluff the rice with a fork. Take out the whole spices.