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How to Cook Farro in an Instant Pot

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Farro is an amazing, versatile grain, but who wants to stand around watching it cook on a stovetop? Use this easy method to cook farro in an Instant Pot instead!

plate of cooked farro with a towel in the background
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Ingredients

  • Farro (1 cup)
  • Water (1¼  cups)

Instructions

Before starting, ensure that the stainless-steel inner pot is in the Instant Pot. 

overhead view of uncooked farro in an instant pot

Step 1

Add the farro (1 cup) to the stainless-steel inner pot and spread it out evenly.

uncooked farro with water in an instant pot

Step 2

Add the water (1¼ cups) and press the farro down with the back of a spoon to submerge it as much as possible. 

overhead view of instant pot with lid locked

Step 3

Lock the Instant Pot lid in place by turning it to the right (clockwise). 

closeup of settings on instant pot

Step 4

Select Pressure Cook on High for 7 minutes and press Start.

overhead view of sealed instant pot with wooden spoon pressing down the pressure release knob

Step 5

When the timer beeps to signify the end of 7 minutes, allow a natural pressure release for at least 10 minutes. Then, hold down the Pressure Release knob with a wooden spoon to quickly release any remaining pressure.

overhead view of instant pot with lid removed and spoon stirring cooked farro inside

Step 6

Once the metal Float Valve has dropped, signaling a full pressure release, turn the lid to the left (counterclockwise) to unlock it. Lift the lid and stir the farro to fluff it before serving.

Enjoy the farro as a side dish, topped with your favorite vegan protein, or in salads, such as Farro and Kale Salad with Blistered Tomatoes.

overhead view of plate of cooked farro with towel in background

Equipment

  • Instant Pot (I used a 6-quart Instant Pot)
  • Wooden spoon

Looking for other Instant Pot basics? Try these:

Pairing

Try using the cooked farro in this recipe:

closeup of serving of cooked farro on a plate with a towel in the background

How to Cook Farro in an Instant Pot

Farro is an amazing, versatile grain, but who wants to stand around watching it cook on a stovetop? Use this easy method to cook farro in an Instant Pot instead!
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Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 7 minutes
Time to Come to and Release Pressure 15 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 3

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • wooden spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup farro
  • 1¼ cups water

Instructions
 

  • Place the stainless-steel inner pot in the Instant Pot. 
  • Add the farro to the stainless-steel inner pot. Spread it out evenly. 
  • Pour the water over the farro. Press the farro down with the back of a spoon to submerge it as much as possible. 
  • Turn the lid to the right (clockwise) to lock it into place. Select Pressure Cook on High for 7 minutes and press Start.
  • When the timer beeps at the end of the 7-minute cook time, let the pressure release naturally for at least 10 minutes. Then, use a wooden spoon to press and hold down the Pressure Release knob to quickly release the remaining pressure.
  • Once the pressure has fully released and the metal Float Valve drops, twist the lid to the left (counterclockwise) to unlock and remove it. 
  • Stir the farro to fluff it before serving. 
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