Ultimate Guide to Rice Cookers: Perfectly Cooked Rice Every Time

Cooked white rice can typically be stored in the refrigerator for three to four days. Proper storage can extend its shelf life further, but it's always wise to use your senses—smell and texture—to determine its freshness before consuming. 

Rinse 1 cup of Basmati rice until water runs clear.Optional: Soak rice for 15-30 minutes.Use 1.5 cups of water per cup of rice.Bring water to boil, add rice, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes.Let rice sit covered for 5-10 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Rinse 1 cup of rice until water runs clear.Add rinsed rice and 1.25 cups of water to Instant Pot.Close lid, set valve to sealing, and select manual/high pressure.Cook for 4 minutes (white rice) or 22 minutes (brown rice).Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then quick release remaining pressure.Fluff rice with a fork and serve.

Cooked white rice typically stays fresh in the refrigerator for three to four days. Proper storage can extend its shelf life further, but it's essential not to rely solely on this guideline. Use your senses—smell and texture—to assess its safety before consuming.

Remember to label your food with its name and the date for best use. According to the FoodSafety.gov FoodKeeper App, leftover rice can be refrigerated for three to four days and frozen for one to two months.

Read rice package instructions.Place rice and water in the pot (rinse if necessary).Put the pot in the cooker and close the lid.Plug in the cooker and press the power button.Let rice rest after cooking.Remove the lid and serve.

Rinse the rice: Measure 2 cups of sushi rice and rinse it under cold water until the water runs clear.Add water: Place the rinsed rice in the rice cooker pot and add 2 cups of water.Prepare the seasoning: In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup of rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt until dissolved.Cook the rice: Start the rice cooker. Once the rice is cooked, let it sit for 10-15 minutes to steam.Season the rice: Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl or a flat container. Drizzle the seasoning mixture over the rice while gently folding it in with a spatula or rice paddle.Cool the rice: Fan the rice or use a fan on low setting to help cool it down while continuing to fold gently. This step helps the rice absorb the seasoning evenly and cool to room temperature.