This manual contains instructions for using your rice cooker and its convenient pre-programmed digital settings, as well as all of the accessories included․ There are also helpful measurement charts for cooking rice and steaming․ For more information on your Aroma Professional Rice Cooker, Multicooker, Slow Cooker and Food Steamer or for product service, please visit www․AromaCo․com․
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Aroma Professional Rice Cooker! This convenient appliance will help you run your restaurant, business or household smoothly․ Its large capacity allows you to cook up to 48 cups of cooked rice in one batch․ This manual contains instructions for using your rice cooker and its convenient pre-programmed digital settings, as well as all of the accessories included․ There are also helpful measurement charts for cooking rice and steaming․ For more information on your Aroma Professional Rice Cooker, Multicooker, Slow Cooker and Food Steamer or for product service, please visit www․AromaCo․com․
Before using your rice cooker for the first time, please read this manual carefully․ This will ensure that you are using your appliance properly and safely․ This manual also contains important safety information, so please take the time to read through it completely․
Features and Benefits
The Aroma Professional Rice Cooker is designed to make cooking rice easy and convenient․ It features a large capacity, allowing you to cook up to 48 cups of cooked rice in one batch․ This makes it ideal for restaurants, businesses, and large families․ The rice cooker also features a variety of settings, allowing you to cook different types of rice, including white rice, brown rice, and even porridge․ The Aroma Professional Rice Cooker also comes with a convenient steam tray, which allows you to cook meats and vegetables at the same time, in the same pot․ Steaming foods locks in their natural flavor and nutrients without added oil or fat․
The rice cooker also features a keep-warm function, which will keep your rice warm and fresh for up to 12 hours․ This is perfect for busy families who want to prepare meals ahead of time․ The Aroma Professional Rice Cooker is also very easy to clean․ The inner pot is removable and dishwasher-safe, making cleanup a breeze․ The rice cooker is also very durable and long-lasting, so you can be sure that it will provide you with years of reliable service․
Getting Started
Before using your Aroma Professional Rice Cooker for the first time, it is important to wash all of the parts․ This includes the inner pot, the lid, and the steam tray․ You can wash these parts in warm, soapy water; Once the parts are clean, rinse them thoroughly and dry them completely․ Now you are ready to start cooking rice․
To cook rice, you will need to measure the rice and water according to the instructions in the manual․ Once you have measured the rice and water, place the inner pot in the rice cooker and close the lid․ Plug the rice cooker into an electrical outlet and select the desired cooking setting․ The rice cooker will automatically begin cooking the rice․ When the rice is cooked, the rice cooker will switch to the keep-warm setting․ You can now serve your rice․
For best results, it is recommended that you use the included rice measuring cup to measure the rice and water․ This will ensure that you have the correct proportions for perfectly cooked rice․ You can find detailed instructions on how to cook specific types of rice in the manual․
Cooking Rice
Cooking perfect rice is effortless with your Aroma Professional Rice Cooker․ The key is to use the right type of rice, measure the rice and water correctly, and set the appropriate cooking time․
For best results, use long-grain white rice․ This type of rice cooks up fluffy and separate․ If you prefer brown rice, you will need to adjust the cooking time․
The rice cooker comes with a measuring cup that is specifically designed for use with the appliance․ Use this measuring cup to measure both the rice and the water․ The rice cooker will have markings on the inner pot indicating the water level for different amounts of rice․
Once you have measured the rice and water, place the inner pot in the rice cooker and close the lid․ Plug the rice cooker into an electrical outlet and select the desired cooking setting․ The rice cooker will automatically begin cooking the rice․ When the rice is cooked, the rice cooker will switch to the keep-warm setting․ You can now serve your rice․
Choosing the Right Rice
The type of rice you choose will affect the texture and taste of your cooked rice․ Long-grain rice is the most common type of rice used in rice cookers․ It cooks up fluffy and separate, making it ideal for serving with stir-fries, curries, and other dishes․
Medium-grain rice is a bit stickier than long-grain rice and is often used in sushi and other Japanese dishes․ Short-grain rice is the stickiest type of rice and is often used in rice pudding and other desserts․
If you are using brown rice, you will need to adjust the cooking time․ Brown rice has a tougher outer hull that takes longer to cook․ You may also need to add more water to brown rice, as it absorbs more water than white rice․
When choosing rice, be sure to check the package for cooking instructions․ Some brands of rice may require different cooking times or water levels․
Measuring Rice and Water
The Aroma Professional Rice Cooker includes a measuring cup specifically designed for use with the appliance․ This cup is calibrated to hold the correct amount of rice for a specific cooked yield․ It is essential to use this measuring cup for accurate results․
To measure the correct amount of water, refer to the markings on the inner pot․ These markings correspond to the number of cups of rice being cooked․ For example, if you are cooking 2 cups of rice, add water to the line marked “2․” The water level should be slightly above the rice level, typically about 1/2 inch․
If you are unsure about the amount of water to add, it is always better to err on the side of caution and add a little less water․ You can always add more water later if needed․ But if you add too much water, the rice may become mushy․
Cooking Time
The Aroma Professional Rice Cooker automatically adjusts the cooking time based on the type of rice you are cooking․ White rice generally takes less time to cook than brown rice․ For white rice, the cooking time will range from 27 to 32 minutes, while for brown rice, it will be between 41 and 46 minutes․
The rice cooker will countdown the final 12 minutes for white rice and 25 minutes for brown rice of the cook time․ Once the cooking cycle is complete, the rice cooker will automatically switch to the Keep Warm function․ This function will keep the rice warm and ready to serve for up to 12 hours․
It is important to note that these are just estimated cooking times․ The actual cooking time may vary depending on the type of rice, the amount of rice being cooked, and the altitude․ If you are unsure about the cooking time, it is always best to check the rice for doneness before serving․
Keep Warm Function
The Keep Warm function on your Aroma Professional Rice Cooker is designed to keep your cooked rice warm and ready to serve for up to 12 hours․ This is a convenient feature if you are cooking rice ahead of time or if you want to keep the rice warm for a long period․
To activate the Keep Warm function, simply press the POWER/KEEP WARM button once․ The Keep Warm indicator light will illuminate, indicating that the Keep Warm function is active․ The rice cooker will automatically switch to the Keep Warm function after the cooking cycle is complete․
To deactivate the Keep Warm function, simply press the POWER/KEEP WARM button twice․ The Keep Warm indicator light will turn off, and the rice cooker will be turned off․ It is important to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet when the rice cooker is not in use․
Using the Steam Tray
The steam tray is a versatile accessory that allows you to cook a variety of foods, such as vegetables, fish, and poultry, while your rice is cooking․ The steam tray sits directly over the rice, allowing the steam from the rice to cook the food above it․
To use the steam tray, first rinse and drain the rice, then add it to the inner pot of the rice cooker․ Add water to the pot until the water line is level with the Line 2 marker (approximately 4 cups)․ Place the inner pot in the rice cooker, close the lid tightly and select the RICE function; Allow rice to cook for 10 minutes․
While the rice is cooking, prepare your food for steaming․ Cut vegetables into bite-sized pieces, and season them as desired․ Place the food in the steam tray, making sure that the food is not touching the lid․
After the rice is cooked, place the steam tray on top of the inner pot and close the lid․ Allow the food to steam for the recommended time, which will vary depending on the type of food you are steaming․
When the food is cooked, carefully remove the steam tray from the rice cooker․ The food should be tender and moist․ Serve the food immediately․
Cleaning and Maintenance
Regular cleaning and maintenance will help to ensure that your Aroma Professional Rice Cooker continues to function properly for years to come․
After each use, unplug the rice cooker and allow it to cool completely․
Remove the inner pot and steam tray and wash them in warm, soapy water․
Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads on the inner pot or steam tray․
Wipe the exterior of the rice cooker with a damp cloth․
Do not immerse the rice cooker in water or wash it in the dishwasher․
To clean the steam vent, use a soft brush or a damp cloth․
Store the rice cooker in a cool, dry place․
Do not store the rice cooker with the lid closed․
If you are not using the rice cooker for an extended period of time, it is a good idea to unplug it and store it in its original packaging․
Troubleshooting
If you encounter any problems with your Aroma Professional Rice Cooker, please consult the following troubleshooting tips․
If the rice cooker is not turning on, make sure that the power cord is plugged in and that the outlet is working․
If the rice cooker is not heating, check the fuse or circuit breaker․
If the rice is not cooking properly, make sure that you are using the correct amount of rice and water․
If the rice is too dry, add a little more water․
If the rice is too wet, drain off some of the water․
If the rice is sticking to the inner pot, make sure that you are using the correct amount of oil or butter․
If the rice is not evenly cooked, stir it halfway through the cooking time․
If the rice is not cooked to your liking, adjust the cooking time accordingly․
If the rice is not steaming properly, make sure that the steam tray is properly inserted into the rice cooker․
If the rice cooker is making a strange noise, unplug it and contact Aroma Customer Service․
If you are still having trouble with your Aroma Professional Rice Cooker, please contact Aroma Customer Service at 1-800-276-6286․