OT: What's on your rice bench?

[93KgBike]

It's time to replace the Zojirushi. Are the any competitors?

Wondering what you guys might be using to make the rice?

[nobuseri]

In my opinion, Zoujirushi is the best. In all the ones I have had (and the Mrs. uses them daily, as she's Japanese) they have held up well vs. the others under the same scenarios. No complaints.

My (biased) opinion, just buy another model from this same maker.

[OtayBW]

Sorry, but low-tech works for me.

[seanile]

^i was about to post the exact same thing.
never understood the draw to/reliance on rice cookers.

[icepick_trotsky]

Dedicated rice cooker takes up a lot of space for an item that does one thing. Depends on how much rice you eat of course.

I use rice setting on the instant pot.

[572cv]

We have the Zojirushi. It is the one which will do gabba brown, etc. Sure, you can cook rice in a pot just fine. But you have to be around, and paying attention. The Zojiroushi lets you set it on a timer, adjust for one of the many types of rice available, and end up with perfect rice every time. I like rice dishes, and can't be around to tend to it, so with the machine, I have rice in my diet more often. BTW we had another brand previously as a proof of concept, and it was no where near as good.

[jtakeda]

Neuro fuzzy or bust

[CDollarsign]

I've been making pretty damn good rice in an instant pot and then you don't have a single purpose device.

[scoobydrew]

I also use my Instant Pot and use the rice setting.

[zzy]

I love my IP more than anyone, but I never use it for rice. Zoujirushi is the best there is, and I really want to try the newer pressure model. If you don't already have one, the thermal bottles they make are also extremely good on days like this.

[earlfoss]

what is a rice bench

[Ozz]

InstaPot....my wife insisted we get one....cooking rice is the only use I have found for it that I like.

[fiamme red]

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[CDollarsign]

InstaPot....my wife insisted we get one....cooking rice is the only use I have found for it that I like.

We make stock in it a lot. You can make amazing stock in a hour.

[danesgod]

Dedicated rice cooker takes up a lot of space for an item that does one thing. Depends on how much rice you eat of course.


A good friend of mine is Korean; dude eats rice with every meal. I couldn't imagine living without one in that case.

I, on the other hand, use a pot. Honestly, I'd rather have noodles or tortillas.

[wc1934]

Tiger

[John H.]

We have a Zojirushi- I find it makes good rice. But it is slow- Takes almost 90 minutes for brown rice or forbidden rice.

My favorite was always the cheap analog rice cooker.

[tylercheung]

get the zojirushi that plays random tunes and jingles when it's done...

[crashnburn]

Aroma Rice cooker - cooks white/brown rice, quinoa, etc

[93KgBike]

Lol.

Twinkle Twinkle Little Star does make me think, "mmmmm...dinner soon!"

Will check out Aroma and Tiger.

Thanks all!

[Don49]

I've had the Zojirushi NP-GBC05 3 cup induction heated rice cooker for several years now. It was expensive at $200+ but I would unhesitatingly buy another. There's probably a newer model by now. This was the culmination of a long series of cheap rice cookers and alternate methods of preparation, and it's a pleasure to use. The cooking time is long, but the rice is perfect every time. The Zojirushi stuff all seems well engineered and designed for easy cleaning.

[Nooch]

I've got one of these (https://www.walmart.com/ip/Aroma-6-Cup-Pot-Style-Rice-Cooker/35745709?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0&wl13=3562&adid=22222222227024529504&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=c&wl3=40345725752&wl4=pla-78311290952&wl5=9003572&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=local&wl12=35745709&wl13=3562&veh=sem&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIz_iEtrqd3wIVBl8NCh0FZggEEAQYBCAB EgJX__D_BwE)...

I could probably use something nicer, as I *do* like rice, and would eat it with every meal, or at least, lunch, during the week. Meal prep and all...

https://i5.walmartimages.com/asr/2b60b930-c734-48ba-bd89-017244637718_1.01769bdc368247e791c9307f6391e360.jp eg?odnHeight=450&odnWidth=450&odnBg=FFFFFF

[commonguy001]

Add another to the InstaPot list, makes perfect rice every time which is quite often as I've been on a burrito kick

[jtakeda]

Add another to the InstaPot list, makes perfect rice every time which is quite often as I've been on a burrito kick

The problem with using the instant pot for rice is that you can’t use the instant pot for other things.


I use my zojirushi for rice and the instant pot to make another component of the meal. Unless your double instant potting—in which case I’d say the zojirushi makes much better rice

[unterhausen]

I used to make rice on the stove top, but you have to pay attention, +/- a few minutes. Now I use an instant pot. I haven't quite hit on the right recipe, but it does a creditable job. I usually make 3 cups of rice because my daughter eats a lot of rice. I suspect that if I wasn't making brown rice, it would go a little better.

There are lots of things that an instant pot does well. The most popular in our house are risotto and mashed potatoes. I never was really a mashed potato sort of person, but I like it when I make it in the instant pot. It does baked potatoes pretty well too.

[gemship]

I know this may sound silly to ask but is rice healthy? I know that brown rice is healthier than white rice but is it a really ideal source of nutrition as far as carbs. Or is it just what it is?...and a better alternative to other carbs? I guess I see rice as a nice thing to have in combo with beans, veggies and other things mostly stir fried....

[velofinds]

Rice is a simple carb and no more or less healthy than pasta or bread. I wouldn't call it a "health" food but assuming consumption of it is moderate, is there a time and a place for it? Sure.

Plus, like those other items, done right it's delicious.

[gemship]

I like to eat rice but it doesn't seem to be as fulfilling as a bowl of oatmeal for me. Like I'll feel full but then a couple hours later usually working I just feel hungry again where as the oatmeal has more staying power.

[velofinds]

It's because oatmeal has way more fiber than rice; fiber is filling.

[jtakeda]

I like to eat rice but it doesn't seem to be as fulfilling as a bowl of oatmeal for me. Like I'll feel full but then a couple hours later usually working I just feel hungry again where as the oatmeal has more staying power.

Think of carbs as kindling and protein as larger logs of wood.

Now build a campfire!

(Obviously you also ear veggies for nutrients and fiber)

[mktng]

have a National rice maker. but orange. made in Japan (NJS stamped)
hand me down from my folks, who go it from their parents.

[Daveyk]

We have 15 year old Tiger. One button to cook. No features but perfect jasmine rice every time.

[Seramount]

eat a lot of rice...3-4 times per week.

my Zojirushi is the best kitchen appliance I own...perfect every time and once done, it will keep it perfect for many hours. no burning ever...

pro tip: if you're pressed for time, brown rice at 60 minutes is not significantly different than when left for the full 90. l

[marciero]

I've always baked short grain brown rice. A chef at a restaurant I worked at years ago did it this way. First saute lightly in sesame oil, add water, bring to a boil, then cover and in the oven about 40 min. I find it pretty forgiving- plus/minus 10 minutes is fine, and the amount of water also not too critical. I think the sauteing, aside from making it yummy, also makes the grains less likely to splay open.