If you find that your rice cooked in a pressure cooker is too soupy or too dry, don't worry; there are steps you can take to salvage it and achieve the right consistency:
Too Soupy (Too much water):
Drain the excess liquid: Carefully pour the rice and its excess liquid into a fine-mesh strainer or colander. Let the excess liquid drain off completely.
Return to the pressure cooker: Return the drained rice to the pressure cooker without the excess liquid.
Cook without the lid: Cook the rice on low heat and without the lid for a few minutes. This will allow some of the remaining excess moisture to evaporate.
Test for doneness: Check the rice's texture and consistency by taking a small portion to taste. If it's still too wet, continue to cook it on low heat without the lid until it reaches your desired consistency.
Too Dry (Not enough water):
Add hot water or broth: Gradually add hot water or broth to the rice, a few tablespoons at a time, and stir gently. Be cautious not to add too much liquid all at once.
Steam the rice: After adding the liquid, put the pressure cooker's lid back on and let the rice steam on very low heat for a few minutes. This will help the added moisture distribute evenly through the rice.
Test for doneness: Taste the rice to check if it has softened and reached the desired texture. If it's still too dry, add a bit more hot water or broth and repeat the steaming process until it's tender and moist.
Remember, the goal is to adjust the rice's consistency gradually, as adding too much liquid at once can lead to overcooking or making it mushy. It's essential to keep testing the rice as you make these adjustments to achieve the desired results.
In the future, you can also take note of the amount of liquid and the cooking time you use for the rice in your pressure cooker to fine-tune the process and avoid similar issues. With practice, you'll become more adept at cooking perfect rice with your pressure cooker.