Different grades of rice correspond to the percentage of bran and germ removed.

NS-WXC10/18

EXPLANATION OF RICE

TYPES OF RICE

●Names and types of rice varies according to how the grain has been polished and/or processed.

TIPS TO COOKING GREAT-TASTING RICE (PREPARATION

& KEEP WARM)

HOW TO COOK GREAT-TASTING RICE

Measure rice accurately

Be sure to use the Measuring Cup provided, as other measuring cups may differ. Level the rice off at the top of the cup to maintain accuracy.

Rice in the husk Bran layer

Chaff

Albumen

Brown Rice Semi-Brown Semi-Brown Semi-Brown White Rice

Rinse-Free Rice

Rinse rice quickly

The first rinse should be done quickly, swishing and stirring the rice by hand with plenty of water. Drain the water immediately afterwards. Then rinse the rice 4-5 times with fresh water to clean out the bran.

Germ

The chaff has

Rice 30%

Rice 50%

Rice 70%

All the bran

been removed.

About 30% of

About 50% of

About 70% of

and germ have

 

the bran and

the bran and

the bran and

been removed.

 

germ have

germ have

germ have

 

 

been removed.

been removed.

been removed.

 

All specks of bran left on the surface of the white rice have been removed.

Adjust the amount of water accordingly

 

 

Type of Rice

Water Adjustment

Softer rice

Normal scale level

White rice with germ

 

New crop

Reduce water slightly

e.g.: When Cooking 6 Cups of White Rice

White Rice with Germ

All bran has been removed but the germ of brown rice remains.

Germinated Brown Rice

Brown rice that is ready to be germinated by a special process.

●White Rice with Germ is polished using a special technique that cannot be performed by a household rice polisher. May be purchased at a specialty store or grocery.

●The process gives a softer texture and improved taste. Also contains the nutrient GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid).

 

from the normal level

Old crop

Add a little water to

Harder rice

the normal level

Do not use strong alkaline ionic water

Rice cooked with strong alkaline ionic water may appear yellow or become too glutinous.

Stir and loosen rice immediately after

HOW TO MAINTAIN THE INNER COOKING PAN IN GOOD CONDITION

The nonstick coating can peel off if damaged. Please take special care to prevent damage and follow these precautions:

cooking has completed

Excessive moisture is released, resulting in rice that is perfectly cooked with a fluffy texture.

Add water to water level 6 for WHITE RICE.

●This illustration shows the Inner Cooking Pan of 1.8L model.

<During Preparation>

・Remove foreign matters (such as sand) from the rice before rinsing. ・Do not use utensils such as whisks to rinse the rice.

・Use the Inner Cooking Pan only for this Rice Cooker.

<When Cooking Completes>

・Do not pour vinegar into the Inner Cooking Pan (when making sushi rice). ・Do not use a metal ladle (when serving porridge).

・Do not hit the Inner Cooking Pan hard (when serving).

<When Cleaning>

・Do not place spoons or bowls inside the Inner Cooking Pan.

・Clean the Inner Cooking Pan immediately after using any seasonings. ・Only use soft materials such as a sponge when cleaning.

・Do not use a thinner, benzene, abrasive cleaners and brushes (nylon/metal), bleach or anything that may damage the Inner Cooking Pan.

REMARKS: The nonstick coating may wear out with use.

The nonstick coating may eventually discolor or peel off. This will not affect its cooking or Keep Warm performances or sanitary properties, and is harmless to your health.

If concerned with the peeling of the nonstick coating, please replace the Inner Cooking Pan by purchasing a new one.

HOW TO USE THE KEEP WARM MODE

When keeping rice in the Inner Cooking Pan for later consumption, use the Keep Warm mode.

●The rice may develop a foul odor or spoil if the Keep Warm mode is cancelled or if left in an unplugged Rice Cooker.

Do not use the Keep Warm mode for the following:

・Adding rice.

 

・Reheating cold rice.

Gather rice

・Keeping rice warm when it contains additional ingredients and seasonings

in center

(mixed rice or sweet rice).

 

・Keeping food other than rice warm such as croquette or miso soup.

 

・Keeping rice warm for more than 12 hours.

 

・Keeping rice warm when the Spatula has been left inside the Rice Cooker.

 

When keeping a small amount of rice warm, gather the rice

 

toward the center of the Inner Cooking Pan to prevent drying.

 

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Zojirushi NS-WXC10 Explanation of Rice, Remarks The nonstick coating may wear out with use, Type of Rice Water Adjustment
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NS-WXC10, NS-WXC18 specifications

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