Anyone who has shopped around for a stainless steel rice cooker will tell you that there is a plethora of choices in size and shape. Rice cookers come with varying functions and features, capabilities and capacities. They vary in price too. Before deciding on which cooker to get, you should first assess how much counter space you have for it. You should also think about what you would like it to do and what kinds of rice you plan to cook most.
Rice is pressure cooked in a cooker. As it is pressure cooked, the unit is sealed so that no air or water can seep out. This way, the cooking temperature can be higher and will alter the starch of the rice. This makes fluffier and softer rice, which is easier to digest. It will usually stay softer longer than traditionally cooked rice.
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Health reasons are the most common motivators for folks to buy rice cookers. Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) brown rice is becoming very popular among those trying to improve their diets. GABA is an amino acid that is believed to offer numerous health benefits including improved function of the kidneys and a lowering of blood pressure. GABA is not a type of rice but rather a method of preparing it so that GABA is released. Soaking rice for 2 hours before cooking at 104 degrees will activate the GABA.
There are many things that rice cookers can do besides just cook plain rice. You can cook up other tasty dishes too. For example, healthy steel cut oats can be put in your cooker and turned into a yummy dish of oatmeal. Sushi rice and saffron dishes are also easy to make with the right cooker. Angel food and sesame cake batters can become a healthy dessert in certain cookers.
As already mentioned, there are many optional features to consider. One nice feature is a timer that can be set to begin cooking at a certain time. This is particularly handy for people who would like their rice ready when they get home from the office. Sizes can range from 3 to 10 cups. A smaller one is ideal for someone with limited counter space or who does not need to cook much right at a time.
Good cookers are not only easy and beneficial to health, they are also fun to use and can make meal preparation a more enjoyable task. Other neat features to look into are warming functions, reheating cycles, non stick interiors, stay cool handles, and retractable cords.
It may at first seem overwhelming to go through all the choices and make a selection. But simply going over your needs and comparing them to the specifics of particular models will help you make a wise purchase.
Special Price!!! Fagor Futuro 5-Piece Pressure-Cooker Set
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Fagor Futuro 5-Piece Pressure-Cooker Set Feature
- 4-quart pot, 6-quart pot, pressure-cooker lid, tempered glass lid, stainless-steel steamer basket, instruction manual, and cookbook
- 18/10 stainless-steel construction provides fast, even heating
- Stay-cool handles and lid knob; auto-locking handle prevents lid from opening under pressure
- Dial format of spring-type mechanism offers 2 pressure settings--low (8 psi) and high (15 psi)
- Suitable for all stovetops, including induction; 10-year limited warranty; dishwasher-safe except for pressure lid
Fagor Futuro 5-Piece Pressure-Cooker Set Overview
The Fagor Futuro model is the ultimate in the evolution of the pressure cookers. It comes complete with two short handles for easy storage, an automatic locking lid for added convenience, and an easy-cleaning valve. The 6-piece set includes: 4 quart 18/10 stainless steel & 6 quart 18/10 stainless steel Futuro nesting pots (6 quart pot fits inside 4 quart pot for easy storage), Futuro Pressure cooker lid (fits both pots), Tempered glass lid (fits both pots), stainless steel steamer basket which doubles as a food grater and support trivet, instruction manual and “Tastefully Under Pressure” full color cookbook with over 90 delicious recipes. Exclusive triple valve safety system plus safety lock on handle prevents opening before all pressure is released. Visual pressure indicator on handle shows when all pressure has been released from cooker Spring-type mechanism with two pressure settings: LOW (8psi) and HIGH (15psi). Works on all types of domestic stovetops: gas, electric, ceramic and induction. Simple-to-use dial format makes it easy to regulate and release pressure, and remove for cleaning!SAVE NOW on the special offers below!
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