Instant Pot Coconut Rice (Easy 3 Ingredient Recipe)
Instant Pot Coconut Rice is a creamy coconut rice recipe made with jasmine rice and coconut milk, offering fluffy texture, quick pressure cooking, and restaurant-style flavor. Jasmine rice cooks in the Instant Pot with coconut milk and water to create a lightly sweet, aromatic side dish that pairs perfectly with seafood, curry, or grilled meats.
Servings: 3
Calories: 368kcal
Equipment
- Instant Pot (pressure cooker)
- Fine mesh strainer (for rinsing rice)
- Measuring Spoons
- Fork (for fluffing rice)
Ingredients
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- ¾ cup full-fat unsweetened coconut milk
- ¼ cup water
- pinch salt optional
Optional Flavor Additions (Choose One)
- ½ to 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 small garlic clove minced
- ½ teaspoon sugar great if serving with spicy dishes
Optional Garnish
- lime and green onion (scallion)
Instructions
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs mostly clear. This removes excess starch and helps keep the grains fluffy.
- Add the rinsed rice to the Instant Pot along with the coconut milk, water, and salt. If using ginger or garlic, stir them in now.
- Secure the lid and set the valve to the sealing position. Select High Pressure and cook for 3 minutes.
- Allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then carefully turn the valve to vent any remaining pressure. Open the lid and fluff the rice gently with a fork.
- Add optional ingredients and garnishes for added flavor if desired. Serve warm as a side dish.
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Notes
Cooking Notes
Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove starch and ensure fluffy grains. A mix of coconut milk and water prevents the rice from becoming heavy or sticky.
Tips for Best Results
- Rinse rice until the water runs clear.
- Allow the 10-minute natural release.
- Fluff rice gently with a fork instead of stirring.
- Let the rice rest for a minute before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 368kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 236mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 0.1IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg
