If you enjoyed this, there's similar videos on this playlist th-cam.com/video/olFYfhtScR4/w-d-xo.html&pp=gAQBiAQB plus there is a larger version of the rice cooker I got here... although remember lots are available with more functions like the cake mode (which I have to try!) amzn.to/42nC91I
I would like to see another video where you try to do the cheesecake again. Or possibly a video where you compare it to making it in a pan Vs the rice cooker.
@@mrbarrylewis Sautee it in garlic, salt, pepper and butter before adding it to the cooker. It's heavenly. Add curry powder or other seasonings while you saute for extra flavor deliciousness. My rice cooker has a bunch of settings, saute/ steam/ slow cooker/ etc but it also has a white rice, brown rice, quick rice settings and automatically turns itself off and switches itself to keep warm. It's great, when I bought my ninja foodi which has most of the same features I kept the rice cooker because I love it that much.
Barry, I am not sure you know how the pot works - it has magnet that keeps it in cook mode, until the temperature gets higher than 100°C, which only happens when the water cooked off. That is when it switches to warm mode. There is no timer. So you really don't need to worry about the pot burning because the water is gone. :)
@@Imbatmn57 mine was $9.99 10 years ago and it's cooked fine without burning the rice, and you should be able to go watch TV and just listen for the beep and get your rice... No matter how cheap it was
As someone from Asia, I love rice cookers haha. Another thing you can do with a rice cooker is using the steam to reheat food. So sometimes while I cook my rice below, I place leftovers in a tupperware or foil and put that on top of the steam basket. It retains the moisture & sometimes better than reheating in a microwave. Multi-purpose and energy saving :)
I bought a Panda rice cooker early this year and every time I use it I shed a tear over taking so long to take the plunge. I also made fried rice for first time using the panda rice recently and just having that tremendously fluffy rice lifted my usual recipe to new heights.
My zojurushi rice cooker is one of the best appliances I’ve ever bought! Cheap ones work but can be very inconsistent, mine never comes out bad I honestly love my rice cooker so much 🍚
My mum's from Puerto Rico, for years, she bad mouthed rice cookers, so I only bought one after I turned 40 lol. And it's been the best gadget for my kitchen. You can cook so many things with it and the rice, is amazing. Nice to see you trying other things. :)
Okay I have to ask, because this is specifically my hesitation. My mom's side is from PR too. How does it do with PR style rice? I’m so stubborn because I learned how to cook rice perfectly on the stove so to me it’s a waste of counter space. I have an instant pot and I also have a slow cooker, and one of those (probably the slow cooker) would have to be put into storage if I wanted a rice cooker. What sorts of dishes make it worth it for you? Does it do better than a slow cooker for stews? I was tempted to get one but I’m not sure if the pros outweigh the cons here.
Just a heads up for the future, Barry, those “easy cook” bags of rice probably have parboiled rice in them. Which they theoretically should work in a rice cooker so long as you follow the instructions on the bag rather than any measurement guides, they’re more so good for a quick fix than necessarily the best option for your rice needs.
I think you made a technically perfect Burnt Basque Cheesecakes, Barry. You tried putting either in the fridge to set before tossing? and if they're not set, you could maybe leave them for an hour or until the machine is entirely cool so carryover heat hopefully finishes the job. Like pies the heated sugar in the dessert is still "cooking" until its cold again
Barry, have you ever tried a pressure cooker? I got one this past year and only used it 2 or 3 times so far. Ribs in them were great. Only thing is they freak me out with the pressure and the release of air. Could make a funny, yet slightly terrifying video if you haven't tried one yet lol
I think you should have put cheesecake in a small pan. Put a small rack in the cooker with a couple cups of water. Cover cake so condensation doesn’t drop on it.
That’s how I make cheesecake in my Instant Pot. I use a 6” springform pan, line the bottom with parchment paper, and place it on a trivet over water in the liner. It turns out perfect. I’m basically steaming it.
On the technology side, these things are deceptively simple, as they work just like a kettle, the switch pushes a bimetallic strip which connects the element, then as the steamy stuff happens the temperature inside gradually rises, and when there's not enough water left in the pot, it gets much hotter and the bimetallic strip bends and disconnects the power, and that's that, all that food made by what is basically a big kettle... :P
We have a two-tier rice steamer but also use it to steam vegetables such as beans, broccoli, and cauliflower. We’ve had it for several years and it still works perfectly.
@@LittleMissStamper Actually I think she combined her two channels and now calls it Pailin’s Kitchen. The video I’m recommending was posted on June 5, 2020.
you can also cook the rice in stock (you can use stock with with in it, as it can help season the rice); put whatever ingredients you want on top and press the start button. Once the rice cookers sounds telling you it's done, open it and mix everything together and that's a simple meal
I have that exact rice cooker and I could not live without it! 🍚 I’ve tried every technique to cook rice on the hob with little success so this cooker saves the day with rice dishes🥳 fav dish in the cooker is spicy Mexican rice and it’s perfect every time
Suggestion: Use your rice cooker to make (as authentic as possible) recipes for Chinese, Japanese, and Korean rice porridge, also known as congee, okayu, and juk, respectively.
I always cook my rice in my Instant Pot. Rinse white parboiled rice, and add to the pot with water or broth in a 1:1 ratio. Cook on High pressure for 4 minutes, and do a Natural Release for 10 minutes, then Quick Release. Fluff and eat. Delicious every time!
We have a very, very similar rice cooker to yours - and honestly, even if you just use it for rice, IT IS ENTIRELY WORTH IT!! Exceptional, perfect rice EVERY time.
I have been using my slow cooker (crock-pot) for cooking rice for years now and it does a wonderful job of it. It of course doesn't have the fancy measuring cup but it still cooks beautiful rice. Cook the rice on high heat and the residual heat stored in the ceramic pot will keep the rice warm for quite a while but if you want it to keep warm for longer then just turn it on low heat.
Our rice cooker died after 10 years of use about once a week. Started using instant pot pressure cooker. It works great and actually use it about 3-4 times per week just for rice.
My rice cooker just arrived today, so I've been looking for other things to do with before even having cooked rice 🤣 I can't believe it's never occurred to me to use stock when I steam veggies or chicken 🤦♂ Now I'm thinking of cooking my rice in stock too... Thanks for this video!
Chicken rice, rice cooked in chicken stock, is common in south east Asia and so is using part water and part coconut milk. Many rice cookers struggle with anything other than plain water and this is where the more expensive ones are better. You can also infuse flavour by adding while garlic cloves, pieces of ginger, lemongrass etc.
@@byteme9718 Thanks for the tips! My wife doesn't really like rice, so I rarely make it. Maybe she grew up eating bland rice, so she may change her mind if I try something different. I don't know if my rice cooker is any good, so I will experiment. I'm trying chicken stock today and will google the coconut milk method for next time 😄
@@therunningwes In Malaysia and Singapore chicken rice is a favourite. It's always served with boiled chicken and a bowl of the chicken stock it's cooked in. Make sure you use Thai jasmine rice.
I can answer this without even watching the video: YES!!! I love my rice cooker and as someone who can eat rice pretty much whenever, it is my favorite kitchen appliance.
Take it from someone who eats rice pretty much every day since forever, a rice cooker will change your life. Recently I got myself a smart rice cooker which can also do cake and all the other stuff, but the most amazing feature is the preset timer. I can set a timer for the rice to be done at 6PM and load it up in the morning and I'll come home to a perfectly made batch of rice in the evening and all I have to do is cook the mains. A few more tips: - Add a bit of sunflower/rapeseed oil to the bottom of the bowl when cooking rice for easier cleanup and better texture (subjective) - Add Turmeric, garlic powder, a pinch of salt (or vegetable/chicken/beef stock) and a bay leaf to your rice water for bright yellow and aromatic rice - Make double the amount of rice that you need and refrigerate the leftovers. Cold leftover rice is the basis for egg fried rice. - Never use a metal utensil in your bowl (or any non-stick cookware)
yo i live in thailand work here i got very basic rice cooker like this with 1 spoon 2 plates thats all i needed i cook everything in this. Never had any issue its cheap and handy
My Mom sent me off to college with a rice cooker and a 50lb bag of rice. I never went hungry my 3 years, no matter how broke I got. And they are way safer than a lot of other small appliances since it switches itself to warm as soon as the water is gone. And you can make a whole meal, meat, veggies & rice in one go.
Hey Mr. B if you have any living plants in your house? You should have something to catch the starchy rice water instead of letting it go down the drain. The water is really good for plants.
Could you make a meal that accommodates all of your household’s diets? I think a lot of people in general run into that. (I know I do). You can make rice pudding for dessert in your rice pudding.
I've been thinking about getting a rice cooker when my girlfriend and I can move in together... Thanks for this, Barry, that's actually really helpful. Wouldn't have occurred to me that it could handle other things too.
I try to declutter and therefor bought the instant pot that can do all those things and more: Rice cooker, slow cooker, pressure cooker, yoghurt maker and more.
I have this and it is excellent as I cook rice and bulgar wheat in batches and freeze it, Very good with steamer if you have frozen fish it is handy to place it on the steamer with some veg there you have a meal.
Been watching through this channel's gadgets over the years... again. Surprised Barry never tried out one of those Manual Noodle extruders. I got one for super cheap, but couldn't figure out the ratios for a good egg noodle dough recipe since it came with no recipes and it doesn't work with normal dough since it is pushed through small holes and nothing is cut.
I cannot live without a rice cooker, for I have used one at least 5 times a week. My fifteen-year-old simple (without a timer) rice cooker (bought at Walmart) is still working strong.
I use my rice cooker to cook pasta and boiled potatoes. I find it doesn't cook rice that well - has a tendency to burn it haha. And when cooking with the lid on, it guaranteed 100% to froth over the edges making a complete mess.
I do love my rice cooker. I love steaming my salmon over the rice (in the steamer basket) with some veggies. I love the rice cooker for the fact you can do a whole rice style meal in one pot! Also, Barry, you can buy rice cookers that you can turn off without switching them off at the wall. I have a "Sakura" by Yum Asia and I swear, I could never live without it now!
That “burnt” rice is probably the best part of the rice. In my mom’s culture we call it Concho or Concolon depending on which part of the country you’re in.
I actually brought in my rice cooker into my work kitchen because it browned some.e of the rice on the bottom. I didn't like it. I use my Instant Pot for cooking rice now instead.
Another gadget I've seen recently, is a combination Slow Cooker/Pressure Cooker. TH-camr Atomic Shrimp has one, and it looks insanely cool. Ever tried one?
I use a rice cooker for my breakfast. I like to put a large tomato in with my rice. Score it first so I can peel away the skin. And I mash it in for tomato rice, I either have nice smoked fish or eggs with it. Have never tried ribs, definitely worth a go. 🐶💃
I don’t like using an electric rice cooker. We eat rice quite often and I use a microwave rice cooker. The one I use has an inner and outer lid that clamps into place . I use the Chinese method (that’s my cultural background) of measuring rice to water. No matter how much rice is in it it, the amount of water is measured by putting the tip of my index finger on the surface of the rice and putting in enough water to the reach the first crease in the finger -approx 2.2.5 cm above the rice. It only takes 12 minutes on high. To clean, everything goes in the dishwasher. I do own a slow cooker / pressure cooker combo though, which I use quite often in winter.
N I wanted to experiment with whether I could lose weight better if I ate a large health breakfast similar to a Japanese breakfast with rice and fish and pickles I prepped the rice and steamed the fish at the same time in rice cooker and it both tasted lovely and filled me up almost all day long.
I live in asia, rice cookers are as important as kettles over here we cooked all sorts ... its a way of life here all you can eat as long as its with rice lol
The best thing I've bought recently was a rice cooker with fuzzy logic (yes it's a thing). I love it so much and have recommended it to all my friends and relatives. ❤ 🍚 Go for a rice cooker with fuzzy logic!
@@dtulip1 In context of rice cookers that will be rice cooker which don't have two control states (on and off) like standard magnet controlled one but contains more complicated electronics that allow it to precisely control cooking process. After using one for few years. Easily in top 5 of most important kitchen appliances.
Seeing you cook things other than rice, in a rice cooker and them mostly working great, it's made me wonder, what dish can be successfully made in the most number of different cooking methods?
I have made the jiggly cheesecake many times. number one rule for cooking that cheesecake in the rice cooker, do not lift the lid off mid cook, because you release a lot of the steam which may have caused some of the burning. number two rule, get a top notch rice cooker with different settings.
You have to get eggs over a certain temperature or they won't cook or set. That how in the USA we have pasteurized eggs. They get heated to 140°F or 60°C to kill bacteria so they are safe to consume raw.
I’ve recently become interested in American style BBQ with a smoker etc. however most of the videos online are overly American and use a lot of experience kit. Could you find a cheaper smoker and play around with brisket etc but using normal measurements and easier techniques. It would be good seeing you do this as a beginner
Here’s a challenge for you, imagine the fuse has popped & your oven & hob aren’t working, could you cook for 48 hours just using kettle, microwave, rice cooker, toaster, air fryer?.
I strongly recommend getting one of the Japanese brand rice cookiers such as Zojirushi or Panasonic. They are a little pricier (usually in the $100-200 range) but they much more compact, easy to use and clean, and they will cook rice perfectly every time. If you eat rice reguarly once start using one of these cookers you just can't really go back to not having one.
I recently saw a rice cooker that also makes tahdig, the Persian crusty rice. I am getting that, so interesting. You made a Basque cheesecake, though. 😊❤ I wonder if it works if you steam a smaller batch of batter in a water bath. But DON'T wash all rice, just those you want grainy. Creamy rice for risotto or rice pudding needs the starch. ❤❤❤
You don't need the sieve for washing the rice imho - just wash it in the rice cooker pot and then pour the excess water away. Repeat until the water is clear enough for you.
I love your videos berry, i really enjoy it makes my day, but it hurts that you wash rice in a strainer, i know you probably washed it a lot, but it just doesn't seem clean without going hands in a bowl to wash it like you beating the rice, but thats just me XD
There is a Japanese anime called yakitate Japan where they use rice cookers with more temp/cooking control options to cook and proof the bread. I've never tried it but you can actually find the recipe in the comic.
Very interesting. The non stick is a worry. Should be something other than Teflon. Had just little plain one, was okay isn but coating started to peel off. Very toxic. New and wonderful parents got a couple. Boiling dripping, stirring with metal, scrubbing, We consumed a lot of Teflon. If it could be Pyrex like glass, enamelled tin. Cheesecake in dish with water bath. Great ideas, cook in other dishes in it.
you know what so magical about ricecooker is that you dont need any more input other than putting the washed rice and water as to cooking time, the machine have weight sensor the little circle thing in the middle that's the weight sensor and that determine how long the cooking time, and *NEVER DISTURB THE MACHINE WHEN ITS COOKING LIKE STIRING *if you just want to make rice
Well, very I think what I would do get me a springform pan fits inside the rice cooker, wrap the bottom in foil, then put water in the bottom of the rice cooker just to cover halfway the height of the pan and cook it on warm, for as long as it takes. I am hoping that will solve the burning problem.
For the record, an instant pot, and other similar cookers, work as pressure cookers, slow cookers, rice cookers, yogurt makers, as well as a pot... they even make cake pans etc. for the. If you're picking one, go instant pot rather than rice cooker.
As a fairly competent cook, there are 2 things that I am still struggling with. Cutting slices of bread straight..and cooking rice properly. I have tried stove top, steam in Tupperware rice cooker, and recently in the Russell Hobbs electric pressure cooker which has the same functions as the popular Instant Pot. I think the many failures have caused me to be sensitive about this, so maybe a rice cooker could help
If you enjoyed this, there's similar videos on this playlist th-cam.com/video/olFYfhtScR4/w-d-xo.html&pp=gAQBiAQB
plus there is a larger version of the rice cooker I got here... although remember lots are available with more functions like the cake mode (which I have to try!) amzn.to/42nC91I
You need to try scorched rice
@@anonymousvapes8026 Just char it a bit?
I would like to see another video where you try to do the cheesecake again.
Or possibly a video where you compare it to making it in a pan Vs the rice cooker.
@@mrbarrylewis Sautee it in garlic, salt, pepper and butter before adding it to the cooker. It's heavenly. Add curry powder or other seasonings while you saute for extra flavor deliciousness.
My rice cooker has a bunch of settings, saute/ steam/ slow cooker/ etc but it also has a white rice, brown rice, quick rice settings and automatically turns itself off and switches itself to keep warm. It's great, when I bought my ninja foodi which has most of the same features I kept the rice cooker because I love it that much.
One note about cheesecake: try again and this time trust the process. Cheesecake doesn't need a high temperature because it's not a proper cake.
Barry, I am not sure you know how the pot works - it has magnet that keeps it in cook mode, until the temperature gets higher than 100°C, which only happens when the water cooked off. That is when it switches to warm mode. There is no timer. So you really don't need to worry about the pot burning because the water is gone. :)
Thank you! Came here to say the same thing.
i nEEd eVeRyOnE tO kNoW tHaT i wAs gOiNg tO cOmmEnT tHe sAmE tHiNg!
Ditto
With the cheaper ones you have to be careful, mine is a little 20 dollar one and the rice burns onto the bottom if you're not watching it.
@@Imbatmn57 mine was $9.99 10 years ago and it's cooked fine without burning the rice, and you should be able to go watch TV and just listen for the beep and get your rice... No matter how cheap it was
As someone from Asia, I love rice cookers haha. Another thing you can do with a rice cooker is using the steam to reheat food. So sometimes while I cook my rice below, I place leftovers in a tupperware or foil and put that on top of the steam basket. It retains the moisture & sometimes better than reheating in a microwave. Multi-purpose and energy saving :)
“I love rice cookers haha”
Was that supposed to be a joke or something?
@@ZenMilitia I’m more than positive you don’t understand how posted comments work.
Wth is a tupperware
I bought a Panda rice cooker early this year and every time I use it I shed a tear over taking so long to take the plunge. I also made fried rice for first time using the panda rice recently and just having that tremendously fluffy rice lifted my usual recipe to new heights.
Short answer: YES.
I have a Japanese rice cooker and my rice always comes out perfect. It's really hard to mess it up.
What’s the make? Because I don’t know which one to buy :(
@@Crippleyatchy Not sure of the OP's rice cooker but i will live and die by my Yum Asia Panda Mini Rice Cooker, honestly amazing
My zojurushi rice cooker is one of the best appliances I’ve ever bought! Cheap ones work but can be very inconsistent, mine never comes out bad I honestly love my rice cooker so much 🍚
My mum's from Puerto Rico, for years, she bad mouthed rice cookers, so I only bought one after I turned 40 lol. And it's been the best gadget for my kitchen. You can cook so many things with it and the rice, is amazing. Nice to see you trying other things. :)
Okay I have to ask, because this is specifically my hesitation. My mom's side is from PR too. How does it do with PR style rice? I’m so stubborn because I learned how to cook rice perfectly on the stove so to me it’s a waste of counter space. I have an instant pot and I also have a slow cooker, and one of those (probably the slow cooker) would have to be put into storage if I wanted a rice cooker. What sorts of dishes make it worth it for you? Does it do better than a slow cooker for stews? I was tempted to get one but I’m not sure if the pros outweigh the cons here.
Just a heads up for the future, Barry, those “easy cook” bags of rice probably have parboiled rice in them. Which they theoretically should work in a rice cooker so long as you follow the instructions on the bag rather than any measurement guides, they’re more so good for a quick fix than necessarily the best option for your rice needs.
I think you made a technically perfect Burnt Basque Cheesecakes, Barry. You tried putting either in the fridge to set before tossing?
and if they're not set, you could maybe leave them for an hour or until the machine is entirely cool so carryover heat hopefully finishes the job. Like pies the heated sugar in the dessert is still "cooking" until its cold again
Barry, have you ever tried a pressure cooker? I got one this past year and only used it 2 or 3 times so far. Ribs in them were great. Only thing is they freak me out with the pressure and the release of air. Could make a funny, yet slightly terrifying video if you haven't tried one yet lol
I think you should have put cheesecake in a small pan. Put a small rack in the cooker with a couple cups of water. Cover cake so condensation doesn’t drop on it.
That’s how I make cheesecake in my Instant Pot. I use a 6” springform pan, line the bottom with parchment paper, and place it on a trivet over water in the liner. It turns out perfect. I’m basically steaming it.
On the technology side, these things are deceptively simple, as they work just like a kettle, the switch pushes a bimetallic strip which connects the element, then as the steamy stuff happens the temperature inside gradually rises, and when there's not enough water left in the pot, it gets much hotter and the bimetallic strip bends and disconnects the power, and that's that, all that food made by what is basically a big kettle... :P
We have a two-tier rice steamer but also use it to steam vegetables such as beans, broccoli, and cauliflower. We’ve had it for several years and it still works perfectly.
I LITERALLY was JUST considering buying a rice cooker and was looking around online 3 days ago so I REALLY needed this video lol. Thank You 😊
Take a look at a channel called Hot Thai Kitchen. Pailin has done a comprehensive review of several rice cookers and has recommended one.
@@gerardacronin334 Heading there now, Thanks! 😊
@@LittleMissStamper Actually I think she combined her two channels and now calls it Pailin’s Kitchen. The video I’m recommending was posted on June 5, 2020.
you can also cook the rice in stock (you can use stock with with in it, as it can help season the rice); put whatever ingredients you want on top and press the start button. Once the rice cookers sounds telling you it's done, open it and mix everything together and that's a simple meal
I have that exact rice cooker and I could not live without it! 🍚 I’ve tried every technique to cook rice on the hob with little success so this cooker saves the day with rice dishes🥳 fav dish in the cooker is spicy Mexican rice and it’s perfect every time
Suggestion: Use your rice cooker to make (as authentic as possible) recipes for Chinese, Japanese, and Korean rice porridge, also known as congee, okayu, and juk, respectively.
I've made ricepudding in mine! Using leftover rice that was still in there from the night before! Love it.
I always cook my rice in my Instant Pot. Rinse white parboiled rice, and add to the pot with water or broth in a 1:1 ratio. Cook on High pressure for 4 minutes, and do a Natural Release for 10 minutes, then Quick Release. Fluff and eat. Delicious every time!
My instant pot cooks rice perfectly too
Next on the to do list is get one of those! Had a lot of requests!
@@mrbarrylewis Try making yogurt in an Instant Pot! I’ve been making my own since 2017. It’s awesome!
From Colombia with love Barry! We have a rice cooker and we love the hell out of t! 100% worth it!
That's cool to hear, does your one have many extra functions? The steamer tray isn't always in them, sometimes just the main bucket thing
@@mrbarrylewis Not much, but it's very relliable and does the job every time.
@@mrbarrylewis I was always hesitant to add another appliance to my already huge roster, but, I'd say my little rice cooker is worth it.
We have a very, very similar rice cooker to yours - and honestly, even if you just use it for rice, IT IS ENTIRELY WORTH IT!! Exceptional, perfect rice EVERY time.
I have been using my slow cooker (crock-pot) for cooking rice for years now and it does a wonderful job of it. It of course doesn't have the fancy measuring cup but it still cooks beautiful rice. Cook the rice on high heat and the residual heat stored in the ceramic pot will keep the rice warm for quite a while but if you want it to keep warm for longer then just turn it on low heat.
Our rice cooker died after 10 years of use about once a week. Started using instant pot pressure cooker. It works great and actually use it about 3-4 times per week just for rice.
My rice cooker just arrived today, so I've been looking for other things to do with before even having cooked rice 🤣 I can't believe it's never occurred to me to use stock when I steam veggies or chicken 🤦♂ Now I'm thinking of cooking my rice in stock too... Thanks for this video!
Chicken rice, rice cooked in chicken stock, is common in south east Asia and so is using part water and part coconut milk. Many rice cookers struggle with anything other than plain water and this is where the more expensive ones are better. You can also infuse flavour by adding while garlic cloves, pieces of ginger, lemongrass etc.
@@byteme9718 Thanks for the tips! My wife doesn't really like rice, so I rarely make it. Maybe she grew up eating bland rice, so she may change her mind if I try something different. I don't know if my rice cooker is any good, so I will experiment. I'm trying chicken stock today and will google the coconut milk method for next time 😄
@@therunningwes In Malaysia and Singapore chicken rice is a favourite. It's always served with boiled chicken and a bowl of the chicken stock it's cooked in. Make sure you use Thai jasmine rice.
I can answer this without even watching the video: YES!!! I love my rice cooker and as someone who can eat rice pretty much whenever, it is my favorite kitchen appliance.
Take it from someone who eats rice pretty much every day since forever, a rice cooker will change your life. Recently I got myself a smart rice cooker which can also do cake and all the other stuff, but the most amazing feature is the preset timer. I can set a timer for the rice to be done at 6PM and load it up in the morning and I'll come home to a perfectly made batch of rice in the evening and all I have to do is cook the mains.
A few more tips:
- Add a bit of sunflower/rapeseed oil to the bottom of the bowl when cooking rice for easier cleanup and better texture (subjective)
- Add Turmeric, garlic powder, a pinch of salt (or vegetable/chicken/beef stock) and a bay leaf to your rice water for bright yellow and aromatic rice
- Make double the amount of rice that you need and refrigerate the leftovers. Cold leftover rice is the basis for egg fried rice.
- Never use a metal utensil in your bowl (or any non-stick cookware)
yo i live in thailand work here i got very basic rice cooker like this with 1 spoon 2 plates thats all i needed i cook everything in this. Never had any issue its cheap and handy
My Mom sent me off to college with a rice cooker and a 50lb bag of rice. I never went hungry my 3 years, no matter how broke I got. And they are way safer than a lot of other small appliances since it switches itself to warm as soon as the water is gone. And you can make a whole meal, meat, veggies & rice in one go.
I always used 1 cup of rice to 2 cups of water. Did that with two different multicookers on regular rice mode, and it worked fine.
I literally just bought a "fancy" rice cooker for myself like two days ago, I am so excited to use it
Hey Mr. B if you have any living plants in your house? You should have something to catch the starchy rice water instead of letting it go down the drain. The water is really good for plants.
Could you make a meal that accommodates all of your household’s diets? I think a lot of people in general run into that. (I know I do).
You can make rice pudding for dessert in your rice pudding.
I've been thinking about getting a rice cooker when my girlfriend and I can move in together... Thanks for this, Barry, that's actually really helpful. Wouldn't have occurred to me that it could handle other things too.
I try to declutter and therefor bought the instant pot that can do all those things and more: Rice cooker, slow cooker, pressure cooker, yoghurt maker and more.
I just bought a rice cooker today and I’m so excited for life atm 🙂
I was given a rice cooker last week and now can't wait to try making more than rice in it.
I have this and it is excellent as I cook rice and bulgar wheat in batches and freeze it, Very good with steamer if you have frozen fish it is handy to place it on the steamer with some veg there you have a meal.
Been watching through this channel's gadgets over the years... again. Surprised Barry never tried out one of those Manual Noodle extruders. I got one for super cheap, but couldn't figure out the ratios for a good egg noodle dough recipe since it came with no recipes and it doesn't work with normal dough since it is pushed through small holes and nothing is cut.
I cannot live without a rice cooker, for I have used one at least 5 times a week. My fifteen-year-old simple (without a timer) rice cooker (bought at Walmart) is still working strong.
I love my rice cooker! Would not want to be without one
I use my rice cooker to cook pasta and boiled potatoes. I find it doesn't cook rice that well - has a tendency to burn it haha. And when cooking with the lid on, it guaranteed 100% to froth over the edges making a complete mess.
I do love my rice cooker. I love steaming my salmon over the rice (in the steamer basket) with some veggies. I love the rice cooker for the fact you can do a whole rice style meal in one pot! Also, Barry, you can buy rice cookers that you can turn off without switching them off at the wall. I have a "Sakura" by Yum Asia and I swear, I could never live without it now!
rice cooker is must have ! i would recommended one with more option , you can use it for everything !!! it is unreplaceable
That “burnt” rice is probably the best part of the rice. In my mom’s culture we call it Concho or Concolon depending on which part of the country you’re in.
Nice little char to it? I hear you!
I actually brought in my rice cooker into my work kitchen because it browned some.e of the rice on the bottom. I didn't like it. I use my Instant Pot for cooking rice now instead.
@@mrbarrylewis Some of the fancier rice cookers even have a "scorch" setting specifically to toast up the rice like that
Boston is the King of pugs ! Also tip when greasing use a sandwich bag or ziploc so no need to get all greasy !
Throw some stock cubes in with your rice and it'll come out amazingly flavored
Another gadget I've seen recently, is a combination Slow Cooker/Pressure Cooker. TH-camr Atomic Shrimp has one, and it looks insanely cool. Ever tried one?
I use a rice cooker for my breakfast. I like to put a large tomato in with my rice. Score it first so I can peel away the skin. And I mash it in for tomato rice, I either have nice smoked fish or eggs with it. Have never tried ribs, definitely worth a go.
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I think my rice cooker is going to be my new favourite appliance, cheers Barry 😊
Trying a rice cooker for the first time right now. And I’m hopeful after watching this 👍🏼
I bought a microwave rice cooker/steamer last year and we use it everytime now. 1 to 1 rice ratio and about 10 mins in the microwave. Perfect
1 to 1 meaning 1 cup of rice to 1 cup of water?
@@Kylewraps yes 1 cup rice to 1 cup water
@@chopper602 you a real one for that Gonna buy one today
I don’t like using an electric rice cooker. We eat rice quite often and I use a microwave rice cooker. The one I use has an inner and outer lid that clamps into place . I use the Chinese method (that’s my cultural background) of measuring rice to water. No matter how much rice is in it it, the amount of water is measured by putting the tip of my index finger on the surface of the rice and putting in enough water to the reach the first crease in the finger -approx 2.2.5 cm above the rice. It only takes 12 minutes on high. To clean, everything goes in the dishwasher. I do own a slow cooker / pressure cooker combo though, which I use quite often in winter.
Fantastic video. No BS and blah blah, just info thank you. The wobbly cake 😂
Barry, they make a wonderful prawn biriyani.
N I wanted to experiment with whether I could lose weight better if I ate a large health breakfast similar to a Japanese breakfast with rice and fish and pickles I prepped the rice and steamed the fish at the same time in rice cooker and it both tasted lovely and filled me up almost all day long.
I live in asia, rice cookers are as important as kettles over here we cooked all sorts ... its a way of life here all you can eat as long as its with rice lol
Having serious anxiety watching you open the lid and turn off the cooker. It’s an auto machine, that’s the beauty! Set and forget, leave it be Baz!
The best thing I've bought recently was a rice cooker with fuzzy logic (yes it's a thing). I love it so much and have recommended it to all my friends and relatives. ❤ 🍚 Go for a rice cooker with fuzzy logic!
what IS fuzzy logic?
@@dtulip1 In context of rice cookers that will be rice cooker which don't have two control states (on and off) like standard magnet controlled one but contains more complicated electronics that allow it to precisely control cooking process. After using one for few years. Easily in top 5 of most important kitchen appliances.
I love my Zojirushi neuro fuzzy rice cooker! Easily one of the best kitchen appliances I've bought, and very well used at this point.
@@Ziioijo Does it "do" brown rice, too???✌💖
@@talirakerouac3248 Yep! It has a setting for brown rice as well as white/sushi rice and sweet/glutinous rice.
Talking about art, 5:19 the rice on the spoon looks like a Yorkie 🐶!! 😂😂
Instant pot makes perfect rice everytime. Awesome oatmeal too.
Seeing you cook things other than rice, in a rice cooker and them mostly working great, it's made me wonder, what dish can be successfully made in the most number of different cooking methods?
🤯 this is a game-changer!
I have made the jiggly cheesecake many times. number one rule for cooking that cheesecake in the rice cooker, do not lift the lid off mid cook, because you release a lot of the steam which may have caused some of the burning. number two rule, get a top notch rice cooker with different settings.
What about lining the steam basket with foil and adding the cheesecake mixture into the basket and adding some water underneath in the pot?
Toss in black beans, corn and salsa with the rice, cut back on the water and cook it up. a quick mexican style rice.
I've got a ninja foodie air fryer and it saves me much counter space, its an air fryer, pressure cooker, slow cooker, oven and rice maker
Do they work with brown rice?💖💖
You have to get eggs over a certain temperature or they won't cook or set. That how in the USA we have pasteurized eggs. They get heated to 140°F or 60°C to kill bacteria so they are safe to consume raw.
Same model of the rice cooker sold in Lidl stores, with about the same price, under the brend name SilverCrest.
I’ve recently become interested in American style BBQ with a smoker etc. however most of the videos online are overly American and use a lot of experience kit. Could you find a cheaper smoker and play around with brisket etc but using normal measurements and easier techniques.
It would be good seeing you do this as a beginner
I bought a mini rice cooker. And I make Frits in it too. And I love my AF
Ive never been this early to one of your videos i love your channel have a great day to you n ur family 😊
Thanks a bunch, appreciate it
Here’s a challenge for you, imagine the fuse has popped & your oven & hob aren’t working, could you cook for 48 hours just using kettle, microwave, rice cooker, toaster, air fryer?.
I have an older one,I cook salmon, today I had petite steaks.very tender.
Those ribs....daaaaaamn, they look so good!
I strongly recommend getting one of the Japanese brand rice cookiers such as Zojirushi or Panasonic. They are a little pricier (usually in the $100-200 range) but they much more compact, easy to use and clean, and they will cook rice perfectly every time. If you eat rice reguarly once start using one of these cookers you just can't really go back to not having one.
Does it "do" brown rice???✌💖
I can't believe Barry has never tried an instapot on this channel
I recently saw a rice cooker that also makes tahdig, the Persian crusty rice. I am getting that, so interesting. You made a Basque cheesecake, though. 😊❤ I wonder if it works if you steam a smaller batch of batter in a water bath.
But DON'T wash all rice, just those you want grainy. Creamy rice for risotto or rice pudding needs the starch. ❤❤❤
We eat a lot of rice! Couldn't imagine how I cooked rice before! Couldn't go back!
I saw TH-camrs talk about washing rice depends on the type of rice and type of meal you are cooking. I think it depends. I would look more into it.
Not watched the video yet, but if you say a rice cooker isn't worth it... Uncle Roger will be en route to Weston Super Mare 🤣
Don't need to watch the video to answer the question.
Yes, absolutely.
10/10
I have the Zojirushi rice cooker, and it’s perfect rice every time.
You don't need the sieve for washing the rice imho - just wash it in the rice cooker pot and then pour the excess water away. Repeat until the water is clear enough for you.
I love your videos berry, i really enjoy it makes my day, but it hurts that you wash rice in a strainer, i know you probably washed it a lot, but it just doesn't seem clean without going hands in a bowl to wash it like you beating the rice, but thats just me XD
There is a Japanese anime called yakitate Japan where they use rice cookers with more temp/cooking control options to cook and proof the bread. I've never tried it but you can actually find the recipe in the comic.
You've started something now! We need to see 'Barry's Battle of the Cheesecake' through to it's victorious conclusion! 😊
Very interesting. The non stick is a worry. Should be something other than Teflon. Had just little plain one, was okay isn but coating started to peel off. Very toxic. New and wonderful parents got a couple. Boiling dripping, stirring with metal, scrubbing, We consumed a lot of Teflon. If it could be Pyrex like glass, enamelled tin. Cheesecake in dish with water bath. Great ideas, cook in other dishes in it.
One has stainless steal bowl.
If you love rice get a Zojiroshi rice cooker. It's a little pricy, but its the best there is on the market
I like cooking potatoes and veggies in my rice. Let it sit for 5 min after to fully cool and residual heat finish.
you know what so magical about ricecooker is that you dont need any more input other than putting the washed rice and water as to cooking time, the machine have weight sensor the little circle thing in the middle that's the weight sensor and that determine how long the cooking time, and *NEVER DISTURB THE MACHINE WHEN ITS COOKING LIKE STIRING
*if you just want to make rice
I have a rice cooker which is a pressure cooker you put in the microwave. You can't fry in it, no oil, it's plastic, but otherwise it's amazing.
Barry please try do the jiggly cheesecake again! I know you’ll be able to nail it!!
Well, very I think what I would do get me a springform pan fits inside the rice cooker, wrap the bottom in foil, then put water in the bottom of the rice cooker just to cover halfway the height of the pan and cook it on warm, for as long as it takes. I am hoping that will solve the burning problem.
For the record, an instant pot, and other similar cookers, work as pressure cookers, slow cookers, rice cookers, yogurt makers, as well as a pot... they even make cake pans etc. for the. If you're picking one, go instant pot rather than rice cooker.
As a fairly competent cook, there are 2 things that I am still struggling with. Cutting slices of bread straight..and cooking rice properly. I have tried stove top, steam in Tupperware rice cooker, and recently in the Russell Hobbs electric pressure cooker which has the same functions as the popular Instant Pot. I think the many failures have caused me to be sensitive about this, so maybe a rice cooker could help
You should get a crockpot express. Or instant pot. They can cook basically everything
my next rice cooker will have all the options 🥰
You should test a more high end rice cooker for comparison, you can make yogurt and other good stuffs with those
In Australia almost every household has a rice cooker from $15 au about £6