Can you steam rice in this type steamer?
590185
I haven't tried it, but I don't think it would work given the size of the holes. I might be wrong...
590186
The pot its self makes great rice but I have never used the steamer to steam rice the steamerworks great for every then else I my self love an live faberware pots.
1132635
I have this rice cooker and its very hard finding one that is stainless. As to steamer, I don't think is stainless. I couldn't figure out how to use it either.
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
1335809
I have not done that, but I don't see why not. It is very nice and highly recommend for steaming fish!
1040542
Yes, I tried it this evening. I followed the stovetop package instructions on the rice, which was one cup of Costco Jasmine rice, a cup and half of water (twice that would have fit comfortably) and cook for 25 minutes. The rice was perfect. I have to watch it carefully on the stove because it can dry out too soon. It was sooooooo easy in the steamer and the outcome was better!
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
972924
Other than canned soup, I don't think so but I have never tried to cook anything but rice (and it does not do a very good job of it at all). But it might be interesting to try steaming fresh shrimp or some veggies to find out.
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.
43088
I make steam rice in the same pot too. Whether you have a gas or electric stove, once the water is boiling you have turn the heat down to very very low. There is no need to stir it. Low low heat. Just steaming is enough to cook for rice.
894815
Yes, I tried that once. It worked perfectly with the rice cooker but not dry steamer
1738469
Hello.I honestly have never tried. I do steam rice in it and it turns out wonderful. Sorry I could not be more helpful.
708307
Yes it can. It is all about the type/quality of the rice and properly preparing it. I regular make sushi (sticky) rice for rolls. I purchased this item because my favorite Sushi Chef has the exact same model.I always use a rice washing bowl to prepare the rice before steaming. I also use a Wooden Sushi rice Bowl to prepare the sticky rice before using.
1073085
Yes you can even though that is not the purpose of a pressure cooker. The best use for this would be to cook meat/vegetable/rice faster with the build up of steam inside.
2237211
Yes, you do have to fill a small pot with water to put underneath the steamer. I usually cook pasta or rice in that pot and vegetables or dumplings in the steamer on top.
80902
I have never tried, but I would think you could just put the veggies in the top part, water in the bottom part and it should steam them very well. I used mine for meat mostly. I also put a little seasoning in the water.
906693
Yes you can! I never regretted purchase of this steamer . The red button on the handle once you press it, it lets out steam.
1174999
No, the top doesn't have its own controls. I don't think you could steam rice on it. Maybe broccoli, squash or green beans, something like that. The tray isn't very deep. I have only used it once.