Step 1

Place rice in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cool water. Drain rice and transfer to Instant Pot.

Step 2

Add water to the pot, and salt, if desired. Stir.

Step 3

Close the Instant Pot lid and turn the steam release valve to the sealing position.

Step 4

Use the Pressure Cook or Manual function to cook at high pressure for 4 minutes. The Instant Pot will take about 10 minutes to reach pressure and then the cook time will begin counting down.

Step 5

When the cook time ends, allow the pressure to release naturally for at least 15 minutes by leaving the Instant Pot alone.

Step 6

Carefully turn the steam release valve to the venting position to quick release any remaining pressure. When the pin drops down, open the Instant Pot lid.

Step 7

Fluff rice with a fork and serve.