This rice grain type includes jasmine and basmati rice types.

• LIQUID FOR 1 RICE CUP – 1  rice cup (e.g.: of water)
• LIQUID FOR MORE THAN 1 RICE CUP – use the LONG GRAIN bowl level lines (if using YumCarb use the LONG GRAIN steel basket level lines)
• RICE COOKER MINIMUM CAPACITY (raw rice) –  0.5 rice cup
• RICE COOKER MAXIMUM CAPACITY (raw rice) –  5.5 rice cups (3 rice cups if using YumCarb)
• RINSE – Usually yes (until water runs fairly clear)
• FUNCTION – WHITE RICE (or YumCarb WHITE RICE)
• KEEP WARM – Yes up to 24 hours but may require water splashes every couple of hours

Jasmine rice, from Thailand, has long, translucent grains. When cooked, it has a seductive, slightly floral aroma and a soft, clingy texture. It should be washed before cooking to remove excess starch. IDEAL FOR: Curry, stir-fry dishes, and other Thai and Asian cuisine

This rice grain type includes jasmine (including riceberry) and basmati rice types

• LIQUID FOR 1 RICE CUP – 1.25  rice cup (e.g.: of water)
• LIQUID FOR MORE THAN 1 RICE CUP – use the BROWN RICE bowl level lines (if using YumCarb use the LONG GRAIN steel basket level lines)
• RICE COOKER MINIMUM CAPACITY (raw rice) –  0.5 rice cup
• RICE COOKER MAXIMUM CAPACITY (raw rice) –  4 rice cups (3 rice cups if using YumCarb)
• RINSE – Yes (until water runs clear)
• FUNCTION – BROWN (or YumCarb BROWN RICE)
• KEEP WARM – Yes up to 24 hours but may require water splashes every couple of hours

Long-grain brown rice is the whole-grain version of  its white counterpart—that is to say, the bran and germ layers are left intact, giving the rice a nutty, grainy flavour and a chewy bite. IDEAL FOR: General purpose

This short rice grain type includes sushi (there is no such thing as sushi rice – it is just short grain rice followed by specific preparation). Arborio and bomba are also this grain type.

• LIQUID FOR 1 RICE CUP – 1 rice cup (e.g.: of water)
• LIQUID FOR MORE THAN 1 RICE CUP – use the SHORT GRAIN bowl level lines
• RICE COOKER MINIMUM CAPACITY (raw rice) –  0.5 rice cup
• RICE COOKER MAXIMUM CAPACITY (raw rice) –  5.5 rice cups
• RINSE – Usually yes (until water runs fairly clear)
• FUNCTION – SHORT GRAIN or YUMCARB
• KEEP WARM – Yes up to 24 hours but may require water splashes every couple of hours but we would advise to use as close to cooking fresh as possible

Japanese-style rice is used for sushi, but also served plain as a finish to a typical meal. It’s slightly translucent when raw, and firm but a bit sticky when cooked (but don’t confuse it with Japanese sticky rice, used for the sweets called mochi). IDEAL FOR: Sushi, seafood, Japanese dishes

This rice grain type includes sushi (there is no such thing as sushi rice – it is just short grain rice followed by specific preparation). Arborio and bomba are also this grain type.

• LIQUID FOR 1 RICE CUP – 1.25 rice cup (e.g.: of water)
• LIQUID FOR MORE THAN 1 RICE CUP – use the BROWN bowl level lines
• RICE COOKER MINIMUM CAPACITY (raw rice) –  0.5 rice cup
• RICE COOKER MAXIMUM CAPACITY (raw rice) –  4 rice cups (3 rice cups for YUMCARB)
• RINSE – Yes (until water runs clear)
• FUNCTION – BROWN or YUMCARB
• KEEP WARM – Yes up to 24 hours but may require water splashes every couple of hours but we would advise to use as close to cooking fresh as possible

Short-grain brown rice, like other short-grained varieties, has a higher level of amylopectin, making it slightly sticky. The intact bran gives it more chew than white short-grain rice. IDEAL FOR: Sushi, healthier sushi

Also known as ‘sticky rice’ or ‘sweet rice’.

• LIQUID FOR 1 RICE CUP – 1 rice cup (e.g.: of water)
• LIQUID FOR MORE THAN 1 RICE CUP – use the SHORT GRAIN bowl level lines
• RICE COOKER MINIMUM CAPACITY (raw rice) –  0.5 rice cup
• RICE COOKER MAXIMUM CAPACITY (raw rice) –  5.5 rice cups
• RINSE – Yes (until water runs clear)
• FUNCTION – SHORT GRAIN
• KEEP WARM – Yes up to 24 hours but may require water splashes every couple of hours but we would advise to use as close to cooking fresh as possible

In the sense of being glue-like or sticky, and not in the sense of containing gluten (which it does not). Often called ‘sticky’ rice can come in short or long grain lengths IDEAL FOR: Desserts, mango sticky rice and many Asian dishes

• LIQUID FOR 1 RICE CUP – 1 rice cup (e.g.: of water)
• LIQUID FOR MORE THAN 1 RICE CUP – use 1 rice cup of quinoa to 1 rice cup of water
• RICE COOKER MINIMUM CAPACITY (raw quinoa) –  0.5 rice cup
• RICE COOKER MAXIMUM CAPACITY (raw quinoa) –  5.5 rice cups
• RINSE – Yes (until water runs clear)
• FUNCTION – WHITE RICE or SHORT GRAIN
• KEEP WARM – Yes up to 2 hours

Quinoa is a plant in the amaranth family grown for its tiny edible seeds. Its seeds are high in protein and fiber. IDEAL FOR: good as a substitute for rice, salads, grain bowls

• LIQUID FOR 1 RICE CUP – 3 rice cups (e.g.: of water)
• RICE COOKER MINIMUM CAPACITY (raw oats) –  0.5 rice cup
• RICE COOKER MAXIMUM CAPACITY (raw oats) –  1 rice cup
• RINSE – Not usually needed but sieve well before use to remove small dust/particles as it can cause overboiling if not done
• FUNCTION – PORRIDGE
• KEEP WARM – Yes up to 2 hours

Rolled oats are a type of lightly processed whole-grain food (oat groats) that have been steamed and rolled into flakes IDEAL FOR: Cookies, muffins, breads, porridge, granola,

• LIQUID FOR 1 RICE CUP – 1.5 rice cups (e.g.: of water)
• RICE COOKER MINIMUM CAPACITY (raw bulgur) –  0.5 rice cup
• RICE COOKER MAXIMUM CAPACITY (raw bulgur) –  4 rice cups
• RINSE – No
• FUNCTION – WHITE RICE
• KEEP WARM – Yes up to 2 hours

Bulgur is sometimes confused with cracked wheat, which is crushed wheat grain that, unlike bulgur, has not been parboiled. IDEAL FOR: can be served as a side dish, similar to rice or couscous, and is often used in baked goods, pilaf’s, and soups.

• LIQUID FOR 1 RICE CUP – 2 rice cups (e.g.: of water)
• RICE COOKER MINIMUM CAPACITY (raw buckwheat) –  0.5 rice cup
• RICE COOKER MAXIMUM CAPACITY (raw buckwheat) –  3 rice cups
• RINSE – No
• FUNCTION – WHITE RICE
• KEEP WARM – Yes up to 2 hours

Buckwheat is super healthy, very versatile and, despite its name, it’s not actually related to wheat. High in protein, fibre and trace minerals. IDEAL FOR:  Replacement for rice, couscous, potatoes or pasta. It can be used as a side dish for a curry or stew or as an alternative to bulgur or cous cous in salad.

• LIQUID FOR 1 RICE CUP – 2 rice cups (e.g.: of water)
• RICE COOKER MINIMUM CAPACITY (raw pearl barley) –  0.5 rice cup
• RICE COOKER MAXIMUM CAPACITY (raw pearl barley) –  3 rice cups
• RINSE – No
• FUNCTION – SLOW COOK or BROWN RICE
• KEEP WARM – Yes up to 2 hours

Pearl barley is similar to wheat in its caloric, protein, vitamin and mineral content, though some varieties are higher in lysine IDEAL FOR: Soups, stews and potages

• LIQUID FOR 1 RICE CUP – 1 rice cups (e.g.: of water)
• RICE COOKER MINIMUM CAPACITY (raw cous cous) –  0.5 rice cup
• RICE COOKER MAXIMUM CAPACITY (raw cous cous) –  5.5 rice cup
• RINSE – No
• FUNCTION – WHITE RICE or SHORT GRAIN
• KEEP WARM – Yes up to 2 hours

Couscous is neither a grain nor a seed; it’s a form of pasta made from a dry mixture of semolina and water that’s rolled in very tiny irregular pieces. IDEAL FOR: Served alongside meat, vegetables, sauces, stews, and tagines