Sanyo ECJ-PX50S rice cooker--How much water? I just purchased this. I read the instruction book but can't seem to figure out how much water to use and I end up with mush at the end. How is everyone getting such perfect rice? What am I doing wrong? How do I know how much water vs. rice to put in? Sanyo ECJ-PX50S rice cooker--How much water? I just purchased this. I read the instruction book but can't seem to figure out how much water to use and I end up with mush at the end. How is... » Read More Sanyo ECJ-PX50S rice cooker--How much water? I just purchased this. I read the instruction book but can't seem to figure out how much water to use and I end up with mush at the end. How is everyone getting such perfect rice? What am I doing wrong? How do I know how much water vs. rice to put in? « Show Less
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I have the same question. It seems like the 1:2 ratio (rice ; water) doesn't work. There was a mess of steamed out water around. It's weird there is no clear instruction in the instructions.
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There are measuring lines inside the bowl for the different types of rice, and that's what I've been using to get perfect rice. I usually use three measuring cups of brown rice, then add some broth/stock/herbs/whatever and I make sure to keep it under the three cup line for brown rice on the inside of the bowl. If it's under, then I add water to reach the brown three cup line. You do have to check that you are using the correct line for your rice type. Page 11 in the instruction manual has "Tips for Cooking Rice" and it discusses water levels for different amounts and types of rices.
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Hi, I love to cook my rice in the rice cooker however I usually add just a lil more water and I make at least 2-3 servings. Making one serving usually burns or drys out quickly. Hope this helps!
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You need to add about twice as much water/broth as you would with white rice to ensure that it is fully cooked. For 2 cups of white rice I add to the "2" line in the pot. If I am using 2 cups of brown rice I add 3/4 more water. This creates a very soft rice, that my family will actually eat. You might wish to put a bit less for a more "toothy" texture. Sometimes I add a packet of dry pesto sauce mix that makes for a really nice side with veggies/fish.
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Christina, one of your problems was that you should add two cups of water for every cup of rice. I've made rice in both the high pressure mode and the rice cooker mode and both work great. Brown rice does take longer to cook than white rice. Be brave Christina. try again. I prefer using the high pressure mode, I feel it does a better job. Refer to the manual's directions for making rice in the high pressure mode.
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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!
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I haven't used my steamer (the 14 cup model) to make white rice - only brown rice, and only one pound of rice at a time (never more or less). I rinse my rice very thoroughly, drain it well, and then put it in the steamer with a pinch of salt and 42 ounces of (filtered, cold) tap water. On the 'Brown Rice' setting it takes ~2 hours and 25 minutes to cook, and the rice is always flawlessly done. (I don't use any timer setting and I don't ever leave it on 'warm' after it's done cooking.) I go through about a pound of brown rice a week with this Aroma cooker, and it's never disappointed me in any way. I haven't used my steamer (the 14 cup model) to make white rice - only brown rice, and only one pound of rice at a time (never more or less). I rinse my rice very thoroughly, drain it well, and then put it in the steamer with a pinch of salt and 42 ounces of (filtered, cold) tap water. On the 'Brown Rice' setting it takes ~2 hours and 25 minutes to cook, and the rice is always flawlessly done. (I don't use any timer setting and I don't ever leave it on 'warm' after it's done cooking.) I go through about a pound of brown rice a week with this Aroma cooker, and it's never disappointed me in... » Read More I haven't used my steamer (the 14 cup model) to make white rice - only brown rice, and only one pound of rice at a time (never more or less). I rinse my rice very thoroughly, drain it well, and then put it in the steamer with a pinch of salt and 42 ounces of (filtered, cold) tap water. On the 'Brown Rice' setting it takes ~2 hours and 25 minutes to cook, and the rice is always flawlessly done. (I don't use any timer setting and I don't ever leave it on 'warm' after it's done cooking.) I go through about a pound of brown rice a week with this Aroma cooker, and it's never disappointed me in any way. « Show Less
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Hi Beryl,I have only used the rice cooker only once because I did not have a rice cup to measure with. When I did try to do an "estimate" it did not turn out well. But there should be instructions in the pamphlet that came with the cooker. In general 1 cup of rice with 1-1/2 cup of water. I have ordered from Amazon a rice cup so I will try again soon.
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Hi Beryl, I have only used the rice cooker only once because I did not have a rice cup to measure with. When I did try to do an "estimate" it did not turn out well. But there should be instructions in the pamphlet that came with the cooker. In general 1 cup of rice with 1-1/2 cup of water. I have ordered from Amazon a rice cup so I will try again soon.
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If I've had time to soak the rice for a good while, then I used 1 1/2 cups water to one cup rice. I normally make jasmine rice. If I haven't had time to soak the rice then I use about 2 cups water per 1 cup rice. I also put a little butter at the bottom first and it makes the rice at the bottom a little brown and crispy which I love. I will also add spices if I want to flavor a particular rice. It does come with instructions, but don't remember off the top of my head what it specifically says.
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I know it's been a long time since you've posted this, but I'd like to know if you mean regular cups, or the rice cooker cups? Cause I just learned today that those measurements are different. (Explains why my rice was crunchier than usual the other night when I was too lazy to wash the rice cooker cup.)I was thinking of setting this up to try this weekend, and you're the first one to post what seems to be a reliable recipe.
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I like my white rice a bit in the softer side so I always do double the water, but if you prefer your rice a little firmer then go with what they say. I also pre soak my rice for 20 min before turning the cooker ON (like they suggest on the instructions) so you may or may not want to do that step. Sorry for the late reply (I'm in Alaska, limited wifi)
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Hi! Had the same problem, but I use the recipes from the rice package/container. For most of the rice, I use a little less water than the recipe states, but about the same amount of rice. Also, as a side note, about five years ago, I read somewhere that adding a small amount of olive oil to the rice helps separate the kernels. It works beautifully in the rice cooker since the rice does not stick to the pan in the cooker. I use about a tablespoon to two tablespoons of oil. Some people add butter, but nutritionally, the olive oil is better for you. If the rice is yellow or white, I use the white setting on the cooker. If the rice is brown or black, I use the brown setting. Hope this helps...gws Hi! Had the same problem, but I use the recipes from the rice package/container. For most of the rice, I use a little less water than the recipe states, but about the same amount of rice. Also, as a side note, about five years ago, I read somewhere that adding a small amount of olive oil to the rice helps separate the kernels. It works beautifully in the rice cooker since the rice does not stick to the pan in the cooker. I use about a tablespoon to two tablespoons of oil. Some people add butter, but nutritionally, the olive oil is better for you. If the rice is yellow or white, I use the... » Read More Hi! Had the same problem, but I use the recipes from the rice package/container. For most of the rice, I use a little less water than the recipe states, but about the same amount of rice. Also, as a side note, about five years ago, I read somewhere that adding a small amount of olive oil to the rice helps separate the kernels. It works beautifully in the rice cooker since the rice does not stick to the pan in the cooker. I use about a tablespoon to two tablespoons of oil. Some people add butter, but nutritionally, the olive oil is better for you. If the rice is yellow or white, I use the white setting on the cooker. If the rice is brown or black, I use the brown setting. Hope this helps...gws « Show Less
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If you putting the water amount according to the manual than you doing everything OK. In this case something is wrong with the cooker. I am so far very happy with this unit. Thanks. Lou.
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I would need more information: What kind of rice are you using, quantity of rice & quantity of water.
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One cup of rice to one and 3/4 cup of water. That ratio has worked great for me. I use long grain texmati rice.
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It's still a two-to-one ratio. The package actually says to use less water, but I find that the rice comes out too tough/undercooked if I don't use a two-to-one ratio. So, basically, cook it the same way you would cook white rice.
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I tried brown jasmine rice in my pressure cooker and it was a disaster. I used the recipe in the manual. It called for 2 cups rice and 6 1/2 cups water for 20 minutes. Since I only wanted 1 cup I used 3.5 cups water. After 20 minutes I has lots of water remaining so DH put it back under pressure to try and cook more. I ended up with a soupy, sticky, gooey mess. Any ideas how to cook brown rice? ?