Instant Pot® Pineapple-Coconut-Lime Rice

Fill up the pot, push a button, and get ready for some perfectly-cooked, jazzed up rice with a tasty blend of sweet-tart. Garnish with cilantro if you wish.

Step: 1

Rinse rice well until water runs clear. Place drained rice in the pot of electric pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Add water, pineapple chunks and juice, coconut milk, and red pepper flakes. Place the lid on the pot and lock in place.

Step: 2

Turn the cooker on and choose the “Manual” setting and high pressure. Set the timer for 3 minutes. Allow pressure to release naturally after the cooking time has ended, about 20 minutes. Stir in lime zest and juice.

Per Serving: 372 calories; protein 6.1g; carbohydrates 65.9g; fat 9.6g; sodium 11.4mg.

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