How to Cook Wild Rice in a Rice Cooker
Learn how to cook wild rice in a rice cooker effortlessly, resulting in tender, fluffy grains every time. No soaking, no mess—just perfect wild rice for any meal!
Equipment
- 1 Rice Cooker
- 1 Fine-Mesh Sieve
Ingredients
- 2 Cup Wild Rice
- 4 Cup Water
- 1/2 Tbsp Salt Optional
- 1 Tbsp Olive oil Optional
Instructions
- Preparing the Rice Cooker: Spray the rice cooker’s bottom with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Rinse the wild rice under cool water in a fine-mesh sieve.
- Adding Ingredients: Add 1 cup of wild rice and 2 cups of water (or broth). Optionally, add salt, butter, or olive oil for flavor.
- Cooking the Wild Rice: Set the rice cooker to the wild rice or brown rice setting, or press the cook button if using a basic rice cooker. Let it cook for 45-50 minutes.
- Resting and Fluffing: Let the rice rest for 10-15 minutes in the cooker. Fluff with a fork for perfectly tender rice.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve as a side with curries, stews, or soups, or as a base for salads.
Notes
- Adjust water for different blends of wild rice, such as adding 2-3 Tbsp more water if needed for specific blends.
- Wild rice can be stored in the fridge for 3-5 days or frozen for up to 6 months.
- Serve with dishes like cranberry pecan salad, mung bean curry, or stuffed bell peppers for a complete meal.