1. Measure and Rinse the Rice:
- Measure the desired amount of rice using the provided measuring cup.
- Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water to remove excess starch and impurities.
2. Add Rice and Water to the Cooking Pot:
- Place the rinsed rice into the cooking pot of the aroma rice cooker.
- Add the appropriate amount of water according to the rice-to-water ratio indicated in the rice cooker's instruction manual.
3. Close the Lid and Connect the Rice Cooker:
- Make sure the lid of the rice cooker is closed properly.
- Plug in the rice cooker and turn on the power.
4. Select the Cooking Function:
- Depending on your aroma rice cooker model, select the appropriate cooking function. This could be "White Rice," "Brown Rice," "Quick Cook," or other specific settings.
5. Start Cooking:
- Press the "Start" or "Cook" button to begin the cooking process. The rice cooker will automatically start heating the water and cooking the rice.
6. Wait for the Rice to Cook:
- The aroma rice cooker will typically take around 15-20 minutes to cook white rice and slightly longer for brown rice or other grain varieties.
7. Keep Warm Function:
- Once the rice is cooked, the rice cooker will automatically switch to the "Keep Warm" function to maintain the rice's temperature until you're ready to serve it.
8. Fluff the Rice and Serve:
- When you're ready to serve the rice, open the lid and carefully fluff the rice using a rice paddle or fork to separate the grains.
- Enjoy your freshly cooked rice!
9. Cleaning the Rice Cooker:
- After use, unplug the rice cooker and allow it to cool down.
- Remove the cooking pot and lid and wash them thoroughly with warm soapy water.
- Dry the cooking pot and lid before storing the rice cooker.
By following these simple steps, you can easily cook delicious and perfectly fluffy rice using your aroma rice cooker.