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Rice or grain to water ratios
Rice and grains are natural products and the amount of
water needed for cooking will depend on the age and size
of the product as well as personal taste. The following
ratios are suggested and
based on rinsed rice*
.
Type of
rice/grain
Ratio of
rice to
water/broth Rice/grain
Water,
broth or
stock
Setting
White
rice**
1:1 or
1:1.25
1 cup
1 cup to
1-1/4 cups
regular
Sweet
rice
1:1.5
1 cup
1-1/2 cups sweet
rice
Brown or
wild rice
1:1.5
1 cup
1-1/2 cups brown
Quinoa
1:1.5 or
1:2
1 cup
1-1/2 cups
to 2 cups
regular
Mixed
whole
grains
1:1.5
1 cup
1-1/2 cups brown
*If rice is not rinsed, add an extra ¼ cup liquid to pot.
**Assumes sushi, jasmine, etc. Arborio (risotto-style rice)
can be made in the regular or stew mode.
NOTES:
(1) If you prefer to use more water, such as a 1:2 ratio,
use the stew mode for 30-40 minutes.
(2) if using a rice that has suggested rice cooker
directions for rice to water ratios, follow the
directions on the package.
Chef’s Tip: You can always substitute water with vegetable
stock or bone broth to enhance flavor and increase
nutrition.