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A bowl filled with vegetable basmati fried rice.
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5 from 2 votes

Instant Pot Vegetable Basmati Fried Rice

This delicious Instant Pot vegetable fried rice recipe is best way to enjoy a nutritious meal even during busy weeknights or lazy weekends.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indo-Chinese
Diet: Vegan
Allergen: Dairy free, Gluten free
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 4
Calories: 325kcal
Author: Uma Raghupathi

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ cup basmati rice
  • 1 cup frozen vegetables
  • 1 bunch green onions chopped
  • 2 teaspoon olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ginger grated
  • 2 tablespoon tamari
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds roasted
  • 1 ¼ cup water
  • salt to taste
  • 2 green chilies
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
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Instructions

  • Rinse the basmati rice in a large bowl and set it aside.
    1 ¼ cup basmati rice
  • In the Instant Pot saute setting, sauté green onions, green chilies, ginger and garlic in a teaspoon of olive oil for a minute.
    1 bunch green onions, 3 garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon ginger, 2 green chilies, 2 teaspoon olive oil
  • Add the frozen vegetables, tamari, rice vinegar, and black pepper to the pot and stir well.
    1 cup frozen vegetables, 2 tablespoon tamari, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, ½ teaspoon black pepper, salt to taste
  • Add in the rinsed, uncooked rice and water. Stir until everything is well combined.
    1 ¼ cup water
  • Secure the lid on the Instant Pot and set the timer for 5 minutes on high pressure.
  • Once done, let it naturally release for 10 minutes before manually releasing any remaining pressure using the quick release valve.
  • Open the lid and fluff the rice from the bottom of the pot, with a fork.
  • Serve hot, garnished with roasted sesame seeds and a few chopped green onions.
    1 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • Enjoy your delicious and nutritious Instant Pot vegetable fried rice!

Notes

  • You can add a tablespoon of chili paste or Sriracha sauce to the dish for extra flavor.
  • For best results, be sure to use equal parts water and rice in the recipe for perfect fluffy rice.
  • Serve this dish hot with a great side dish like mirchi ka salan or raIta. 
  • Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers or bean sprouts to suit your preference.
Variations
    • Use jasmine rice instead of basmati for a different flavor and texture.
    • Add diced tofu or chickpeas for added protein.
    • Use vegetable broth instead of water for more flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 325kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 586mg | Potassium: 119mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 61IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg