You Need a Rice Cooker
As a staple crop for nearly half the world’s population, rice is one of the planet’s most versatile grains. Present in just about every cuisine and culture from east to west, rice serves as the basis for a wide range of national specialties, comfort foods, and everyday meals. It comes as little surprise that modern technology has made it easier to make a perfect batch of rice without taking your stockpot to the stovetop in order to get fluffy grains. Affiliate links used.
The Zojirushi Rice Cooker
It boasts a triple heater system that guarantees a consistent temperature while cooking and warming. There are also double sensors on the machine, so even if you measure improperly, the cooker can adjust to give you a perfect pot of rice every time. It has a simple digital display that allows you to time your rice with a warming capacity of up to 20(!) hours, and because Zojirushi is a respected brand, you can rest easy knowing that you’re getting a product that’s been proven over the years.
Best Rice Cookers
“The first thing I look for in a rice cooker is capacity,” says James Beard Award semifinalist Kevin Tien of D.C.’s Moon Rabbit. While most home cooks won’t need commercial capacity, having an appliance that can handle several servings of rice at a time makes for a much more desirable machine. “I also much prefer lids that snap close, rather than glass lids that lift off,” Tien continues.
Best Multipurpose Machines
You’ll also want a rice cooker with a nonstick interior for easier cleanup, and Tien recommends rice cookers that use induction heating. “These machines cook rice more evenly and won’t burn the bottom.” And finally, be sure that your rice cooker has a holding function that keeps your rice warm once it’s finished cooking.
![Delicate Paper Sculptures Showcase the Beauty of Nature and Botany [Interview]](https://ic-cdn.flipboard.com/mymodernmet.com/6a63a2315a0cfef0401a0caeaf5902480fc0f5d9/_medium.webp)
