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Instant Pot Rice and Beans

A hearty, easy one-pot Instant Pot rice and beans made with dried black beans, rice, tomatoes, and warming spices.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large red onion finely chopped
  • 2 cups white rice or brown rice rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup dried black beans rinsed
  • 4 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cumin
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 28 oz diced tomatoes can with green peppers, optional
  • 1 bunch cilantro chopped
  • 1 jalapeño deseeded and diced

Equipment

  • Instant Pot or electric pressure cooker
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Chef’s knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Spoon for layering/stirring

Method
 

  1. Finely chop the red onion, chop the cilantro, and deseed and dice the jalapeño.
  2. Rinse the rice until the water runs clear and drain. Rinse the dried black beans and drain.
  3. Layer the ingredients in the Instant Pot in this exact order without stirring: chopped onion, rice, rinsed black beans, water or broth, cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, paprika, oregano, salt, diced jalapeño, and finally the can of diced tomatoes.
  4. Use a spoon to lightly press and distribute the layers evenly, but do not stir.
  5. Close the lid and set the pressure valve to sealing. Select Pressure Cook (High) or Manual High and set for 22 minutes.
  6. When cooking completes, perform a quick release of the pressure according to your Instant Pot's instructions.
  7. Open the lid, add the chopped cilantro, and gently stir to combine.
  8. If the mixture is still a bit liquidy or the rice seems slightly underdone, close the lid and let it sit for 10 minutes to finish steaming.
  9. Fluff gently with a fork and serve warm.

Notes

  • Cook time may vary by Instant Pot model and size.
  • Lightly spraying the bottom with olive oil can help prevent sticking.
  • If using canned beans, drain and rinse them well to avoid excess liquid.
  • Fluff the rice and beans gently with a fork after cooking.