Directions for cooking rice
197941
yes, there are direction for cooking rice. I use my steamer for veggies and it makes terrific hard boiled eggs. I haven't had much luck making rice
197942
You can find directions here in the manual: http://www.blackanddeckerappliances.com/~/media/HobbsUS/new%20manuals/HS1050%20Use%20and%20Care%20Manuals.ashx
197943
the trick here is to use 25% less water in the bowl then u normally do. The steamer will add the rest. The direction say to add all the water u need as u would normally boil rice, but I found that's wrong. U end up with a swamp. Rice stew. Add 25% less water and it comes out great!
1289422
Pour 1 cup of rice in to the basket. Rinse rice with cold water.Pour the rice into the bottom of the cooker.Add 1 1/2 cups of water and 1 tsp. salt.Secure lid and lock clamps. Open vents.Microwave at 50% for 10 to 12 min. (white rice) or 18 to 20 min. (brown).Remove from Microwave, close vent and let it stand for 5 min. (The steam continues to cook the rice.)
1039894
I don't use this one, I bought it for my parents, I use another one that has a mesh that is bigger than rice. One technique is simply to place rice on a banana leaf, lettuce or a piece of parchment paper.
2224787
Kathy, I have not made brown rice in the steamer, but I can tell you that I love the steamer and use it for all my vegetables. No directions are included with the steamer, so I would suggest that you follow the usual directions for cooking brown rice. I hope this helps.
2064223
The cooking directions are located on the back of the bag. They take awhile to cook, I would say longer than what it states on directions.
996905
The Cuisinart pressure cooker makes the best rice! Saute 2 cups of white rice in a little butter on the "saute" setting. Then add a little salt and 3 cups of water, pressure it on high for 3 minutes. Then let it come down naturally for 7 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure. YUMMY!
2008972
Calico Rice - I cook it in my rice cooker, a double boiler type (Louisiana style from rice growing area) but could be cooked in any pot. Combine 2 1/2 c. water with 3 chicken flavored bouillion cubes, the ones with spices, and bring to a boil. I add to rice.I add 4 oz. mushrooms, 1/2 c chopped green pepper, 2 T pimentos drained, 2 T butter, optional, 1/8 t pepper. Cook until done and I serve it as a side dish.
1783076
You fill the bottom portion with water up to the line, the put 1 cup rice to 1-1/3 cup water in the white rice dish above the steamer basket. Put the lid on and set timer to 45 minutes. You will get perfect rice. I love this machine!
486213
I still cook rice 2:1. For brown rice I add a little more water, just as if it were on the stove.
1618278
I just use the white rice setting. If you want want softer rice add more water, harder rice add less. 2 : 2 for hard, 2:2.5 for softer rice(2 cups rice to 2.5 cups water ie.).
695068
I never cook rice for one in the pressure cooker. Instead, if you have access to a microwave oven use a vegetable steamer. Place the amount of rice you will consume in the steamer insert tray. Just cover with water. Microwave on "Medium Power" for 10 - 12 minutes. Voila! nice fluffy rice. No waste.
108242
I have cooked brown rice in my cooker. You have to use a lot more water than with white rice. Use an additional unit of water with brown rice.
152981
Rather than give verbal instructions, watch the video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gg39japWPJ8 . You shouldn't have any trouble following their directions. Happy cooking!!!
1050557
No directions included. I just follow microwave instructions of whatever I am heating up.
936563
I just add a little extra water for brown rice. I can't remember for sure if I got that from the instructions, but I think so.
1783080
Why do people comment if they don't want to offer an answer? First, fill the reservoir with water to the fullest level. The rule of thumb for White Rice regardless of how it's cooked, is 1 Cup uncooked White Rice to 2 Cups cold Water. Always use double the amount of water as you do rice. When it's cooked, you'll end up with approx. 2 Cups of White Rice using this equation. Put rice and water into the included Plastic basket, & set the timer according to directions. If you don't have directions for some reason, I'd look online for a replacement booklet, or use the info on the bag of rice as a guideline., My steamer takes approx 20 mins. for 1 Cup uncooked rice, it's an older version of this unit. Timing can vary for many reasons. I would check the cooking process often, and turn unit off when rice is rice is fluffy with a fork. Rice, as well as veggies will continue to cook even after the timer stops unless you remove the food from the unit. If you're fussy about overcooking, make sure you stay close by. I did have to practice with rice a couple of times before getting it just right. Once you get the timing of your favorite foods down, you'll never want to be without a steamer, and the process becomes second nature. Good luck!
112253
Yes...but it's not the most helpful (contradicts itself). Basic instructions are 1 part rice to 2 parts water - brown and wild rices need a bit more water...sometimes I add a bit more when it's done cooking and let it stay on warm for a bit. I'm sure you can find a manual online...try here http://www.fixya.com/support/browse/rice_cookers_and_steamers or maxi-matic.com