Freezer-Friendly Instant Pot White Rice
This freezer-friendly Instant Pot rice is a lifesaver for mealtime. It cooks in just 3 minutes. Then, simply cool, freeze, and pull it out whenever you need a quick side dish or toss it straight into soups, stews, and casseroles.
Servings: 6 cups
Calories: 338kcal
Equipment
- 2-Cup Souper Cubes or other freezer-safe containers
Ingredients
- 3 cups white rice
- 3 cups water
Instructions
- Prepare. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and gather your ingredients.
- Rinse. Place the rice in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold water until the water runs mostly clear. Transfer to the Instant Pot.3 cups white rice
- Add Water. Pour in the water and stir so all the rice is submerged.3 cups water
- Cook. Secure the lid and cook on high pressure for 3 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally.
- Fluff. Use a fork to gently fluff the rice.
- Cool. Spread the rice onto the prepared baking sheet. Let it cool for about 2 hours, allowing it to dry slightly. This keeps it from turning mushy once frozen.
- Freeze. Portion the cooled rice into Souper Cubes or freezer bags. I like freezing in 2-cup portions. • If using bags, flatten them for easier storage and quicker thawing.• If using Souper Cubes, freeze the rice for 24 hours. Then, transfer the frozen cubes to a freezer bag for easy storage.
- Reheat. You can toss frozen rice straight into soups or stews as they cook. For sides, thaw a freezer bag in warm water, then reheat the rice with a splash of water, covered, until hot.To reheat from frozen:Microwave: Place rice in a microwave-safe bowl, add about 1 tablespoon of water per cup of rice, cover, and heat in 1–2 minute intervals until warmed through. Stir between intervals.Stovetop: Place rice in a small pot with about 1 tablespoon of water per cup of rice, cover, and warm over low heat, stirring occasionally until hot.
Notes
- For Instant Pot white rice, the ratio is 1:1 of water to rice. Adjust this recipe to make as much or as little as you prefer.
- After cooling, allow the rice to dry just a little before freezing. It shouldn’t be completely dry, but this step helps prevent mushiness when reheating.
- Most types of rice freeze well, though you may need to tweak the water ratio and the time depending on the variety.
- Sushi rice or sticky rice doesn’t reheat as well, so they’re best enjoyed fresh rather than frozen.
- Freeze rice in single-serving portions to make mealtime quicker and more flexible.
- For the most versatility, add seasonings once the rice is reheated, rather than before freezing.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 338kcal | Carbohydrates: 74g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 106mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg
