Producing restaurant-quality rice at home is practically foolproof with this 5-cup (10 cups cooked) micro-computerized cooker. Simply fill the inner pot using the special measuring marks, select the food type, and press the start key. Multi-menu selections using fuzzy-logic technology control the temperature for efficient cooking of white rice, brown rice, rinse-free rice, mixed rice, sprouted brown rice, sweet rice, and porridge, as well as quick cooking and steaming. Its slow-cook settings are designed to cook delicious soups and stews, plus there's a special setting for Dol Sot Bi Bim Bab.
The cooker comes equipped with a titanium-coated, extra-thick (3-1/2 mm) nonstick inner pot with a round bottom, which provides even heat distribution and optimal cooking. The unit's LCD clock and 24-hour preset timer allows for cooking to be completed at a desired time, and its keep-warm function maintains an ideal serving temperature for up to 12 hours after cooking is complete. The included steaming tray works great not only for preparing vegetables, but also incorporates the ability to steam eggs. Other accessories include a measuring cup, a nonstick spatula, and a multi-language instructional manual with recipes in English, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean. The unit's nonstick inner pot and removable steam vent ensure easy cleanup, while its retractable cord and carrying handle make it convenient to bring food right to the table. The rice cooker measures 13 by 11-1/4 by 10 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.