Can I cook rice in this pot since it has a pressure release hole in the lid?
1457831
Yes this the perfect pan to cook rice in! The hole provides pressure release when cooking rice and prevents it from over-flowing from the lid. Great pan!!
1457832
Yes,it works very well It is my stovetop "go-to pot."Great addition,but do not use in oven!
691345
Absolutely. You can steam the rice or you can slow cook but I prefer the steamed one. You can also use the regular cook option to cook it.
996902
Good question, Raymond. Perhaps I don't need to think of it in terms of the way I think of a traditional rice cooker. FYI for the masses - Cuisinart returned my phone call to let me know that I should *not* use the pressure cooker for full-day rice cooking. As said, though, it's a moot point!
826713
I wouldn't. Deep frying is usually done at 350-375 degrees F and this might melt the plastic components in the handle ( some of the internal components appear to be made of lower temperature plastic) You can and often will saute' in the bottom of the pot before pressure cooking. And definitely never fry with the lid closed in anything other than a commercial vessel that was specifically made for this purpose. It can and probably will explode into a ball of flames!
1852692
Not to my knowledge, and I don't think so. It is a pressure cooker. It is a rice cooker and for making delicious porridge/oatmeal. Once it is started, it cannot be openened.
2142088
I wouldn't use it for anything other than making rice, you could use chicken broth instead of water to flavor the rice, but I don't know what might happen if you put just liquid in it. It is a pressure cooker but specifically designed for rice, and at the price you pay for it, I wouldn't use it "off label" as you'll surely void the warranty. Page #3 of the manual in big letters says: "This product is for cooking and keeping rice warm only" and right underneath it has lots of "Don'ts" regarding only using it for rice and not for anything that will possibly expand/splatter/splash up to clog the pressure relief valve. I wouldn't use it for anything other than making rice, you could use chicken broth instead of water to flavor the rice, but I don't know what might happen if you put just liquid in it. It is a pressure cooker but specifically designed for rice, and at the price you pay for it, I wouldn't use it "off label" as you'll surely void the warranty. Page #3 of the manual in big letters says: "This product is for cooking and keeping rice warm only" and right underneath it has lots of "Don'ts" regarding only using it for rice and not for anything that will possibly... » Read More I wouldn't use it for anything other than making rice, you could use chicken broth instead of water to flavor the rice, but I don't know what might happen if you put just liquid in it. It is a pressure cooker but specifically designed for rice, and at the price you pay for it, I wouldn't use it "off label" as you'll surely void the warranty. Page #3 of the manual in big letters says: "This product is for cooking and keeping rice warm only" and right underneath it has lots of "Don'ts" regarding only using it for rice and not for anything that will possibly expand/splatter/splash up to clog the pressure relief valve. « Show Less
1365093
Yes, definitely. The steaming part is used when you need to steam something otherwise just use put the rice on the "bowl" into the base and cover with the glass top. Don't forget to press the switch to cook :)
1503079
No. This rice cooker is meant for cooking rice. However, you can always add extra water when cooking rice and shut off the rice cooker manually after half and hour. You will get porridge but not a perfect porridge.
578258
Please, please be careful with the anything other than what if furnished with this appliance to cook inside your pressure cooker..Using anything other than recommended suitable and not following directions with the manual can turn any pressure cooker into a disastrous and possibly fatal situation. The diameter of the lid I don't think will be of use to you but the pot diameter is 9 3/4 inches..
476652
Yes - the pot is stainless steel - inside and out. It is thin - but it is steam cooking - so it works perfectly. I think they asked to soak with a little bit of vinegar to remove the deposits - not sure.All in all, a wonderful rice cooker. The peace of mind knowing you are cooking in stainless steel and the durability totally justify the cost.
757149
It does have a tiny hole in the lid to help release steam so things dont boil over as quick but I would think it would be great to cook rice as the cooking heat is very even.
2239894
You should never do anything with the outside pot except plug it in and turn the cooker on when you are going to use it. The dish for cooking the rice sets inside it and removes easily. The water goes in the same pot as the rice.
671706
I didn't cook rice in it as far, but in the grocery I saw that some of the rice possible to cook particular in the steam cooker. Technically you should be able to do so.
1500552
The rice that I use don't need a pressure cooker. I usually cook only things that otherwise will take longer to cook on a regular pot like beans, chick peas, and other dry grains. It is excellent to cook chicken, beef and other meets. I love my little Hawkins Contura because in my household we are only my son and I and is the perfect size plus an excellent quality.
430664
I have never done so, but I don't think the holes would be too large. You might lose a tiny amount rice, but not much, I wouldn't think. I would put the steamer in the pot first, then when the water comes to a boil, add the rice to the steamer. I don't know how long the process will take, however.The best rice I've ever had was made in a rice cooker. It wasn't mine, so I don't have a brand recommendation. Hope this helps.Jay
1659307
I would say no, but you might get away with a rice dish. It's a clay pot so dry high heat probably isn't good for it, would just stick with soups or a braise.
972121
I believe the most it will handle is 3 cups uncooked rice at one time. That is the highest mark embossed on the inside of the cook pot indicating the amount water which must be added to the cooker. Another consideration is that there are times when the rice is cooking, that some water will "bubble up" and make its' way outside the lid. Too much more water would only exacerbate this problem.