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OPERATING YOUR BREVILLE PRODUCT

OPERATING YOUR BREVILLE PRODUCT

ASSEMBLING YOUR RICE COOKER

1. 

 Before first use, remove all packaging 

material and promotional labels.

2. 

 Wash the non-stick removable cooking 

bowl, stainless steel steaming tray and 

glass lid in hot soapy water, rinse and 

dry thoroughly. To prevent scratching 

the non-stick surface of the removable 

cooking bowl, always use wooden or 

plastic utensils.

3. 

 Ensure the exterior of the removable 

cooking bowl is clean before placing it 

in the housing (this will ensure proper 

contact with the inner cooking surface) 

(Fig 2).

4. 

 Plug power cord into a 230V or 240V 

power outlet. The START|CANCEL 

button and RICE|STEAM button 

surround will illuminate white. The rice 

cooker is now ready for use.

RICE|STEAM SETTING
RICE COOKING

1. 

 Follow assembly instructions on page 6.

Fig. 1

2. 

Use the scoop provided to measure 

the required quantity of rice (refer 

to cooking tables - page 17). Always 

measure level scoops, not heaped (Fig 1).

3. 

Place measured rice into a separate bowl 

and wash with cold water to remove 

any excess starch. The rice is ready for 

cooking when water runs clear from the 

rice. Drain well.

4. 

Add the washed rice to the removable 

cooking bowl, ensuring rice is spread 

evenly across the bottom of the bowl and 

not heaped to one side (Fig 2).

Fig. 2

5. 

Add water using the following ratios:  

White Rice = 1 scoop rice : 1 scoop water. 

Brown Rice = 1 scoop rice : 1

½

 scoops 

water.

6. 

Place the glass lid into position.

7. 

Press the RICE|STEAM button if not 

already selected, the button surround 

will illuminate white. Press the 

START|CANCEL button to activate 

the setting, the button surround 

will illuminate red and cooking will 

commence.

8. 

When cooking is complete, the ready 

beeps will sound and the rice cooker 

will automatically switch to the  

KEEP WARM setting for up to 5 hours. 

To stop the keep warm setting, switch 

off the power outlet and unplug the 

cord. 

9. 

Open the lid and turn the rice over with 

a non-metal spoon. Replace the lid and 

allow the rice to stand for 10–15 minutes 

before serving. This allows any excess 

moisture to be absorbed, resulting in a 

fluffier rice texture.

STEAMING

Foods may be steamed by placing food in the 

stainless steel steaming tray over stock or 

water and covering with the glass lid. 
Keep the glass lid on while steaming food 

unless the recipe or chart specifically states 

to remove the lid. By removing the lid 

unnecessarily steam is lost and the cooking 

time will be extended. 

1. 

Follow assembly instructions on page 6.

2. 

Measure 3 rice scoops or more of water or 

stock and pour into the removable cooking 

bowl. Use up to a maximum of 6 rice scoop 

cups of water. 

3. 

Place food to be steamed directly into 

the stainless steel steaming tray and 

insert into the removable cooking bowl. 

(Refer to the Steaming Charts on page 

22–24 for approximate cooking times).

4. 

Press the RICE|STEAM button if not 

already selected, the button surround 

will illuminate white. Press the 

START|CANCEL button to activate  

the setting, the button surround  

will illuminate red and cooking  

will commence.

5. 

When steaming is complete, the ready 

beeps will sound and the rice cooker  

will automatically switch to the  

KEEP WARM setting.

6. 

If no further steaming is required, press 

the START|CANCEL button to cease 

operation and turn the rice cooker off at 

the power outlet and then unplug power 

cord. Allow to cool before cleaning.

HINTS AND TIPS FOR  

STEAMING VEGETABLES

• 

Smaller pieces will steam faster than 

larger pieces.

• 

Try to keep vegetables to a standard size 

to ensure even cooking.

• 

Fresh or frozen vegetables may  

be steamed.

• 

If steaming frozen vegetables, do  

not thaw.

• 

The size and shape of vegetables, as 

well as personal taste, may call for 

adjustments to the cooking time. If 

softer vegetables are required, allow 

extra cooking time.

• 

Do not allow water or stock to reach the 

stainless steel tray. The steaming will 

not be effective.

WARNING

Always lift and remove the lid carefully, 

angling it away from yourself to avoid 

scalding from escaping steam.

Summary of Contents for BRC550

Page 1: ...ure may vary slightly from the actual product BRC550 ANZ A15 Australian Customers Mail PO Box 22 Botany NSW 2019 AUSTRALIA Phone 1300 139 798 Fax 02 9384 9601 Email Customer Service askus breville com au New Zealand Customers Mail Private Bag 94411 Botany Manukau 2163 Auckland NEW ZEALAND Phone 0800 273 845 Fax 0800 288 513 Email Customer Service askus breville co nz Breville Customer Service Cent...

Page 2: ...mpletely dry before inserting the connector end of the power cord Take care to avoid spillage on the connector Do not place the appliance near the edge of a bench or table during operation Ensure that the surface is dry level clean and free of any liquid and other substances Always operate the appliance on a stable and heat resistant surface Do not use on a cloth covered surface and position the a...

Page 3: ...may cause fire electric shock or injury This appliance is for household use only Do not use this appliance for other than its intended use Do not use in moving vehicles or boats Do not use outdoors Misuse may cause injury The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system The installation of a residual current device safety switch is recomm...

Page 4: ...d 9 Open the lid and turn the rice over with a non metal spoon Replace the lid and allow the rice to stand for 10 15 minutes before serving This allows any excess moisture to be absorbed resulting in a fluffier rice texture STEAMING Foods may be steamed by placing food in the stainless steel steaming tray over stock or water and covering with the glass lid Keep the glass lid on while steaming food...

Page 5: ...id and stir well using a non metal spoon At this stage remaining ingredients can be added i e butter parmesan cheese herbs salt and pepper 5 The rice cooker will remain on the KEEP WARM setting for 30 minutes before switching OFF However risotto is best served as soon as possible after completion of cooking To stop the keep warm setting switch off the power outlet and unplug the cord LENTILS SETTI...

Page 6: ...coop provided to measure the required quantity of quinoa refer to cooking tables page 17 Always measure level scoops not heaped Fig 1 3 Add the quinoa to the removable cooking bowl ensuring quinoa is spread evenly across the bottom of the bowl and not heaped to one side Fig 2 Fig 2 4 Add water using the water level markings inside the removable cooking bowl Match the water level to the number of s...

Page 7: ...E It is not recommended to cook wild rice alone in the rice cooker as it requires a substantial amount of water It is possible to cook wild rice as a blend with white or brown rice SUSHI Sushi rice is short grained rice used in Japanese cooking Use the brown rice cooking tables TIP Add a little extra water for fluffier rice and a little less water for firmer rice Some rice varieties may require mo...

Page 8: ... of poultry for even cooking For even cooking results arrange poultry in a single layer Remove visible fat and skin To obtain a browned appearance sear the chicken before steaming Check poultry is cooked by piercing the thickest part The poultry is cooked when the juices run clear TYPE SUGGESTIONS AND TIPS COOKING TIME MINUTES Breast fillet Place skin side up 20 25 HINTS AND TIPS FOR STEAMING DUMP...

Page 9: ...ottom of the removable cooking bowl fill the bowl with hot soapy water and leave to stand for approximately 10 minutes before cleaning WARNING The appliance connector must be removed before the rice cooker is cleaned and that the appliance inlet must be dried before the rice cooker is used again Do not immerse housing or power cord in water or any other liquid as this may cause electrocution TROUB...

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