can you make RICE or other grains in this steamer ?
2044142
I have never cooked rice in the steamer, but since it seals tight and is completely nonstick, I think it would work well if you left the insert out.
2044143
I, personally, have "boiled" it ... wouldn't advise trying to steam, as the holes in the steamer insert are too big to hold the rice. I find microwaved rice to come out very nice, indeed. One part rice to two parts water and a sprinkle of salt.
2044144
Sorry. We don't eat rice, but I do steam my vegetables in this, very easy and fast.
2044145
Maybe a cup, but notice that the whole thing is just 2.8 inches tall. It's good for single servings.
430667
No. It is not a rice steamer. The holes are a bit too large so I think some of the rice would fall through the holes. It is a fantastic vegetable steamer. I highly recommend the steamer because we use ours all the time. We cook a lot of our veggies fresh and they taste very good. I cook my rice the old fashioned way. I watch it carefully however as most of the time it needs water adjustments.
1818565
You can, but I don't think that's a good idea. It supposes to cook rice only, oily food will decrease its useing time.
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
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.
1155876
Yes I frequently mix fresh/canned veggies with my rice. I've never tried steaming though.
1852690
I reread the owner's manual and it doesn't mention of it being a steamer, only a rice cooker. The manual contains recipes on mixed rice, rice porridge with herbs, sweet rice with mountain vegetables, and mixed brown rice.
1726351
No, you cannot cook small amounts of rice. It is a 6 quart cooker and the manual recommends it be at least one third full for cooking anything. Recommend the Hamilton-Beach Rice Cooker/Steamer (especially for small quantities). The sides will get too hot I think without food at least 1/3 of the pot.
1129401
I used it several times it burned my rice. Takes up too much counter space. Don't know about veggie steaming
671705
This steamer works well for steaming a variety of foods such as vegetables and meats. This particular steamer is not designed for cooking rice.
882514
I actually had not done that as I have a separate steamer before I bought my machine. I love my machine very much and it hasn't failed me yet despite that I had it for quite sometime. Even my stepson who is very picky with food likes the way the rice is cooked in the Zojirushi.
965161
You probably can, but you actually won't be steaming the rice as the water and rice needs to boil together first. Use just the base and lid, but unless you're cooking a lot of rice, the base might be too wide (unless you have the personal size steamer set). I use a rice cooker (so easy) and they come in different sizes.
2158505
Yes! It is very easy to make with this rice cooker and it comes out great! There are lines on the inside that show you how much water to put for 0.5 or 1.0 cups of rice for porridge.
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
1901714
Yes, you can cook as little as 1/2 cup. If you just want to steam vegetables you don't have to cook any rice, just add fluid in the bottom and place the basket on top with your vegetables in it.
2114119
I put 1 cup of brown rice and 1 1/2 cup water in the steamer and steam it for 60 minutes. It turns out very good!
1118967
you can steam chicken (on a plate) and fish (on a plate) but I have not yet tried steaming rice. Sorry.