Can you use this in the microwave? I'm looking for a rice cooker for the microwave that isn't plastic. Thanks
2075367
That is not how it's meant to be used. You could put it in a micro but that would be no different than using any microwavable covered bowl. You would also have to remove the handle as it is attached with metal.
909878
Yes, it is microwave-safe! I have used it to make my microwave version of Briyani Dum Rice, and it turns out awesome every single time - but of course some of the items are prepared half-cooked first and such. You can also cook stews and boil pasta/potatoes too.
22517
I own a microwave oven, but, it's only used for heating my lavender- rice bag ( for when I over-do my exercise or pick up a heavy grandchild), or for disinfecting my kitchen sponge each night, by nuking for 1 minute and 10 seconds. Microwaving food changes the molecular structure of it, so I don't re- heat or cook in it. So, sorry no help with your query. However, I love the set. I own many sets of the Crisa Moderno. And I've bought as gifts for others. Best of luck with your shopping.
1198314
Worth it? That's up to you. Will it last....had mine 8 years, it is like new! My cuckoo does a great job of keeping warm. Worth a look! This rice cooker does the rice pudding breakfast thing. And that is fabulous. I use two rice cookers. Takes a bit of space but I do rice so often so many ways that I need both. My Zojirushi is a work horse and it is good today as it was some many years ago. To answer your rice warm question....rice is nice for just so long! I like mine right out of the cooker when it is just done. Gosh, you can warm rice in a microwave with a semi sealed container!
924780
Can this be used as a steamer or rice cooker.? What is the actual temperature attained with each level in the dial? The plastic in the hot pot worries me. I thought it was metal lined. What are the chances that the plastic can emit cancerogenic fumes while heating up?
1911866
It says it is ok for the microwave, but I do not put plastic in the microwave. I suspect it would warp over time like other plastics that are microwaved over and over.
14386
I cook it in my rice cooker all the time. I use the same amount of water as for white rice. I like it a bit chewy. You might add an extra Tablespoon or two of water if you like it softer.
41406
Hi, there. We are remodeling our kitchen and I can't find anything. Interesting, this is my third one in 35 years and never put it in the microwave, always the oven. I'll get back to you when I find it. I know it would not fit in my smaller microwave.
418569
Are there ANY rice cookers that are ceramic and don't have an issue with leeching metal or some other harmful substance into our bodies? :/
1314244
Personally I wouldn't use it in the microwave. I think it weaken the material the dinnerware is made of.
1517488
dont think so,it is not hot enough compare to rice cooker. even reheat food will take longer the cooker
1198315
Worth it? That's up to you. Will it last....had mine 8 years, it is like new!My cuckoo does a great job of keeping warm. Worth a look! This rice cooker does the rice pudding breakfast thing. And that is fabulous. I use two rice cookers. Takes a bit of space but I do rice so often so many ways that I need both. My Zojirushi is a work horse and it is good today as it was some many years ago. To answer your rice warm question....rice is nice for just so long! I like mine right out of the cooker when it is just done. Gosh, you can warm rice in a microwave with a semi sealed container! Worth it? That's up to you. Will it last....had mine 8 years, it is like new!My cuckoo does a great job of keeping warm. Worth a look! This rice cooker does the rice pudding breakfast thing. And that is fabulous. I use two rice cookers. Takes a bit of space but I do rice so often so many ways that I need both. My Zojirushi is a work horse and it is good today as it was some many years ago. To answer your rice warm question....rice is nice for just so long! I like mine right out of the cooker when it is just done. Gosh, you can warm rice in a microwave with a semi sealed container!
1544686
I use my Nordic microwave rice maker to make rice. It's done in about 10 to 12 minutes at 50% power. Believe you can order the plastic Nordic rice maker on Amazon. I also use it to cook pasta. As for using the Microhearth for cooking rice, I'm not sure. It might burn. Anyway the Nordic has been quite useful for many years. You could warm up any excess rice that you have made in the Microhearth.
1490362
IMO, most of the answers to this question miss the point. Dishwasher safe? Sure. Microwave safe? No. It's plastic! The real risk is damage to humans who eat food from microwaved plastic, not damage to the plastic product itself. As the manufacturer said in it's answer, they don't recommend microwaving anything plastic.
1293426
It is plastic, so I wouldnt...(its fairly thick plastic, but no plastic is safe in a microwave)
210652
Mine broke after the second time I used it. So I returned it..... I did love this rice cooker though.
881798
This plastic is designed to be used in a microwave. I used mine all the time with no problems.