Instant Pot Fried Rice
This Instant Pot Fried Rice is an easy, flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners, utilizing leftover rice and frozen vegetables.
Equipment
- Instant Pot
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups uncooked jasmine rice or 5 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1.5 cups water
- 3 tablespoons oil divided
- 4 pieces eggs
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 cloves garlic minced or crushed
- 2 inches ginger grated
- 10 ounces mixed frozen vegetables (300 grams)
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1.5 teaspoons sesame oil
- 0.33 cup green onions chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: If using uncooked jasmine rice, rinse it under cold water until the water runs clear. If using leftover cooked rice, ensure it’s cold.
- Step 2: Set your Instant Pot to “Sauté” mode and heat 1 tablespoon of oil. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Push the garlic and ginger to the side of the pot and add another tablespoon of oil. Crack in the eggs and scramble them until just cooked.
- Step 4: Add the rinsed jasmine rice along with 1½ cups of water, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine, then add the frozen mixed vegetables.
- Step 5: Secure the lid on your Instant Pot, set the valve to “Sealing,” and select the “Pressure Cook” setting for 3 minutes. Allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes before a quick release.
- Step 6: Once the pressure has released, open the lid and fold in the sesame oil and chopped green onions. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
For best texture, use cold, day-old rice. Feel free to substitute mixed vegetables with your favorites.