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Instant Pot Sticky Rice Recipe

Instant Pot Sticky Rice Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegan

Description

Learn how to make delicious Instant Pot Sticky Rice with this easy recipe. Perfectly cooked glutinous rice every time!


Ingredients

Scale

Glutinous Rice:

  • 2 cups glutinous rice (also called sweet rice)

Water:

  • 2 1/2 cups water

Salt:

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Rinse the Rice: Rinse the glutinous rice under cold water 3-4 times until the water runs clear. Drain well.
  2. Cook in Instant Pot: Place the rice in the Instant Pot. Add water and salt, stir to combine. Set to Manual (Pressure Cook) for 12 minutes on high pressure.
  3. Natural Release: Allow a natural release for 10 minutes, then do a quick release for any remaining pressure.
  4. Fluff and Serve: Fluff the rice gently with a rice paddle or fork. Serve warm as a side dish or in your favorite recipes.

Notes

  • For extra authenticity, soak the rinsed rice in water for 1 hour before cooking (optional but helps with texture).
  • This sticky rice pairs perfectly with mango, stir-fry, or dumplings.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes (plus pressure build and release)
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Instant Pot
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 53g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg