2/24/2023 0 Comments How to use a rice cookerYou never have to worry about losing track, and it’s safe to leave the kitchen and do other things. That’s a lot of time to keep an eye on a pot! Rice cookers, with their own automatic shut-off, simply stop the cooking process and switch to “warm” when they’re done. Some hearty grains like wheat berries, spelt, and Kamut® can take up to 75 minutes to cook. In general, when cooking different grains in a rice cooker, use the grain to liquid ratio you would normally use in a pot. It’s easy to explore the more exotic grains like Kamut®, amaranth and teff when their cook-time is entirely self-monitored. With the added convenience of a rice cooker, many people feel more inclined to try their hands at new whole grains that they’ve never cooked before. Beyond RiceĪ freed-up chef is typically a more adventurous chef. Experiment, and you’ll know what works for your favorites in no time. WGC Culinary Advisor Robin Asbell suggests using the white rice setting for grains that take 25 minutes or less, like buckwheat or millet, and the brown rice setting for larger grains that require longer cooking. Because of the machine’s tight seal, rice cookers lose less liquid to evaporation, so using a slightly smaller amount of water, rather than more, is always a better idea. The rice cooker intuitively cooks until all the water has been completely absorbed by your grain, and then it switches itself over to its “warming” setting to keep your dish warm until you serve. Here at the WGC, we think of them as the all-round, cook-every-grain-under-the-sun wonder machine that no whole grain lover should be without! How It Works There are several different makes, models, and sizes available, and there is a world of cookbooks out there solely dedicated to the art of creative rice cooker dishes. Rice cookers free up your stove and give you overall more cooking space they are efficient and self-monitoring their tight seals make for a cooler and steam-free kitchen and, they even keep your grains warm until you’re ready to serve. Their hands-free nature allows you to more easily cook and incorporate whole grains into any meal, while keeping your focus on the more detailed parts of your dish. Whole grains fans, did you know that you can use a rice cooker to prepare all your favorite grains – and more? Beyond what the single-grain name may convey, rice cookers can be used to make everything from millet, soups, and polenta to porridge, pudding, and more.
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