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September 7, 2021 1 Comment

Instant Pot Jeera Rice (vegan, gluten-free)

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Perfectly cooked Instant Pot Jeera Rice also known as Cumin Rice. This versatile rice dish is flavored with onions and aromatic spices.

Jeera Rice with Onions is my favorite way to cook Basmati Rice. It pairs well with Punjabi Chole, Rajma Masala, Punjabi Kadhi, and pretty much any Indian curry.
Instant Pot Jeera Rice (vegan, gluten-free)

What is Jeera Rice?

Jeera Rice is Indian Cumin Rice. Basmati rice is soaked and cooked with Indian spices and cooked in the Instant Pot. The end result is aromatic Cumin Rice that is perfectly cooked.
Instant Pot Jeera Rice (vegan, gluten-free)

What makes my Jeera Rice slightly different?

Everyone has their own way of making Jeera Rice, and I learned how to make mine from my mom.

So what sets this Jeera Rice apart? For one, it has sauteed onions which is actually quite common. Second, instead of adding a bunch of whole spices, my mom adds a touch of garam masala which flavors the rice perfectly. Lastly, crushed cardamom makes a difference when making cumin rice.

Can I make this recipe vegan, gluten-free?

Jeera Rice is naturally vegan and gluten-free.

Tips on making Cumin Rice:

  • Soak the rice for 5-10 minutes. Rinse well and drain.
  • Saute the spices and onions. 
  • Add rice and saute for a couple of minutes until toasty.
  • Add water and cook on High Pressure for 5 minutes.

Jeera Rice with Onions is:

Fragrant
Aromatic
Delicious
Perfect with any curry
Vegan
Gluten-free
Instant Pot Jeera Rice (vegan, gluten-free)

 

How to make the perfect Instant Pot Jeera Rice recipe step by step?

Prep

1. Soak basmati rice for 5-10 minutes.
2. In the meantime, slice a large red onion. 
3. Wash and drain. Set aside.

Cook

1. Press SAUTE on the Instant Pot, wait for it to heat up. Once hot, add oil, followed by a bay leaf, cumin seeds, crushed cardamom, and garam masala.
2. Saute for 30 seconds until you can smell the aroma.
3. Add onions and salt. Saute for 5 minutes until golden.
4. This is what you should have.

5. Add drained rice.
6. Saute the rice with the onions and spices for 1-2 minutes until toasted up. Press CANCEL.
7. Now add water to the rice. Using a wooden spoon, scrape the bottom of the Instant Pot to make sure there is nothing sticking to the pot.
8. This is what you should have.

9. Cover the Instant Pot. Press HIGH PRESSURE for 5 minutes. Naturally, release the rice for at least 15 minutes.
10. Once done, you have perfectly cooked Jeera Rice with onions.

 

Enjoy!

 

Recipes to make with Jeera Rice!

  • Punjabi Chole
  • Rajma Masala
  • Punjabi Kadhi
  • Dal Makhani
  • Instant Pot Toor Dal
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Instant Pot Jeera Rice

Perfectly cooked Instant Pot Jeera Rice also known as Cumin Rice. This versatile rice dish is flavored with onions and aromatic spices.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time20 mins
Course Sides
Cuisine Indian
Diet Vegan. Gluten-free.
Servings: 5 servings
Calories: 240kcal
Author: Nisha

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1/4 tsp garam masala
  • 1 green cardamom pod crushed
  • 1 medium red onion sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked basmati rice washed, rinsed, drained
  • 1 3/4 cups water
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

Prep

  • Soak basmati rice for 5-10 minutes.
  • In the meantime, slice a large red onion.
  • Wash and drain. Set aside.

Cook

  • Press SAUTE on the Instant Pot, wait for it to heat up. Once hot, add oil, followed by a bay leaf, cumin seeds, crushed cardamom, and garam masala.
  • Saute for 30 seconds until you can smell the aroma.
  • Add onions and salt. Saute for 5 minutes until golden.
  • This is what you should have.
  • Add drained rice.
  • Saute the rice with the onions and spices for 1-2 minutes until toasted up. Press CANCEL.
  • Now add water to the rice. Using a wooden spoon, scrape the bottom of the Instant Pot to make sure there is nothing sticking to the pot.
  • This is what you should have.
  • Cover the Instant Pot. Press HIGH PRESSURE for 5 minutes. Naturally, release the rice for at least 15 minutes.
  • Once done, you have perfectly cooked Jeera Rice with onions.

Nutrition

Calories: 240kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 241mg | Potassium: 111mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 8IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. Nidhi says

    December 22, 2021 at 4:35 am

    5 stars
    Quick and easy Amazing delicious recipe

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