- Wash and Prep: Wash and drain the rice and lentil mix thoroughly; set it aside.
- Sauté Spices and Vegetables: Set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode on the "Less" setting. Add 2 tablespoons of oil and let it heat up. Once the oil is hot, add the spice mix and vegetables from the packet, and stir for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add Rice and Lentils: Pour in 3 cups of water, followed by the washed rice and lentil mix. Cancel the sauté mode.
- Pressure Cook: Close and secure the Instant Pot lid. Turn the pressure valve to the Sealing position. Set the Instant Pot to Rice mode at High Pressure for 12 minutes.
- Quick Release and Rest: When cooking is complete, use Quick Release to release the pressure, and let the dish sit for 5 minutes before opening the lid.
- Serve: Fluff the rice and lentils gently, and serve hot.