Unlock the secret to speedy and scrumptious fried rice with this Instant Pot recipe. Say goodbye to long waits and hello to the flavors of your favorite takeout, right from the comfort of your kitchen. It’s a Panda Express-inspired delight that’s ready in a flash!

Ingredients and Substitutions

Elevate your dish with these key ingredients and their versatile substitutions:

Basmati Rice: Opt for 2 cups (180 grams) of uncooked basmati rice for that perfect texture. However, feel free to experiment with other rice varieties to suit your taste.

Frozen Riced Cauliflower: Save time with a 12 oz. bag of pre-riced frozen cauliflower. Alternatively, you can rice your own cauliflower if you prefer.

Frozen Mixed Veggies: Dive into a medley of flavors with a 12 oz. bag of frozen mixed vegetables, featuring carrots, corn, peas, green beans, and lima beans. Customize your mix according to your preferences.

Sauce: Craft a delectable sauce using coconut aminos (or soy sauce), garlic powder, ground ginger, and toasted sesame oil. Don’t hesitate to swap in tamari and untoasted sesame oil if that’s what you have on hand.

Eggs: Whip up the perfect blend of protein with 1 whole egg and 1/3 cup of egg whites. Feel free to adjust the ratio or use only whole eggs, depending on your preference.

Toppings: Add your personal touch with additional coconut aminos (or soy sauce), chopped green onions, sesame seeds, sriracha, red pepper flakes, or your favorite protein.

How To Make:

Step 1: Prepare the Rice

Start by adding uncooked rice and water to your Instant Pot. Stir well, secure the lid, and set the release valve to sealed. Cook on manual or pressure cook mode for 4 minutes. Remember to turn off the KEEP WARM function. Once cooked, allow the rice to rest for 8 minutes before quick releasing and opening the lid.

Step 2: Prep the Veggies

While the rice cooks, follow the package instructions to warm the cauliflower in the microwave. For the mixed veggies, you can either steam them or thaw them by soaking in warm water.

Step 3: Make the Fried Rice

Combine the warmed vegetables with the cooked rice in the Instant Pot. Create a space at the bottom of the pot for cooking the eggs.

Step 4: Cook the Eggs

Switch the Instant Pot to SAUTE mode. Prepare the bottom with nonstick spray or sesame oil before adding the eggs. Scramble until fully cooked, then mix them into the rice.

Step 5: Flavor Infusion

Enhance the dish by stirring in the coconut aminos, ground ginger, garlic powder, and sesame oil.

Step 6: Serve with Style

Plate your Instant Pot Fried Rice and garnish with sesame seeds, red pepper flakes, sriracha, chopped green onions, or any additional toppings of your choice. Pair it with your preferred proteins for a complete meal.

FAQs

Does everything go in uncooked?

After cooking and fluffing the rice, add pre-heated veggies, raw eggs, and the sauce according to the provided instructions.

Instant Pot Fried Rice

Recipe by Cookingpoint.net

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Course: SidesCuisine: Chinese

Servings

10

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

15

minutes

Calories

200

kcal

Total time

25

minutes

Unleash the simplicity and flavor of Instant Pot Fried Rice with this straightforward recipe. In just a few steps, you’ll have a delightful side dish ready to accompany any meal.

Ingredients

• 2 cups uncooked basmati rice (360g)

• 2 cups water

• 12 oz. frozen riced cauliflower

• 12 oz. frozen mixed vegetables

• 1/2 cup coconut aminos

• 1 tsp. toasted sesame oil

• 1 tsp. garlic powder

• 1/2 tsp. ground ginger

• 1 egg

• 1/3 cup liquid egg whites

Directions

• Add uncooked rice and water to the Instant Pot. Stir well, then seal the lid and set the release valve to sealed. Cook on manual or pressure cook mode for 4 minutes. Remember to turn off the KEEP WARM function. Let it rest for 8 minutes before quick releasing and opening the lid.
• While the rice cooks, warm the cauliflower according to the package instructions. You can also thaw the frozen vegetables by steaming or soaking them in warm water.
• Combine the warmed vegetables with the cooked rice in the Instant Pot, creating space at the bottom for cooking the eggs.
• Switch the Instant Pot to SAUTE mode. Prepare the bottom with nonstick spray or sesame oil before adding the eggs. Scramble until fully cooked, then mix them into the rice.
• Stir in coconut aminos, ground ginger, garlic powder, and sesame oil for flavor enhancement.
• Serve your Instant Pot Fried Rice and garnish with sesame seeds, red pepper flakes, sriracha, chopped green onions, or any additional toppings you desire. Pair it with your favorite proteins for a complete meal.

Notes

• All nutritional values are approximate.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 200kcal
• Carbohydrates: 39g
• Protein: 7g
• Fat: 1g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 6g