Zojirushi NS-TSC18 Micom Rice Cooker and Warmer - 1.8L

The Micom Rice Cooker & Warmer is a versatile kitchen appliance that not only cooks flawless rice but also offers a range of additional features. This 10-cup rice cooker and warmer can make up to 20 cups of cooked rice and includes a variety of cooking functions, including white rice/sushi, mixed rice, porridge, sweet, brown, cake, steam, and quick cooking.

The unit features a black thick inner cooking pan that provides even heating for better cooking, and an interchangeable melody and beep signal to indicate when the cooking cycle has ended. Other highlights include a detachable and washable inner lid, an easy-to-read LCD control panel, and automatic keep warm, extended keep warm and reheating cycle, as well as a delay timer with two settings and a built-in retractable power cord.

The clear-coated stainless-steel exterior not only cleans easily but also complements any kitchen decor. Accessories included with the rice cooker and warmer are a spatula, a spatula holder, and a rice-measuring cup. The 820-watt appliance measures 11-1/8 by 15 by 9-7/8 inches and has a power cord length of 39.37 inches.

One of the key features of this rice cooker is its MICOM (microcomputer) technology, which allows it to have multiple functions on its menu. This makes it a necessity for any avid rice fan who wants to incorporate rice into their daily diet. The "fuzzy logic" of MICOM fine-tunes the cooking adjustments to adapt to various rice types, such as white, brown, sweet, or porridge, each with different cooking requirements.

The trigger to the cooking process is the thermal sensor, a small round button at the bottom of the inner body of the cooker. As the inner pan's weight rests on it and activates the sensor, it starts the cooking process and keeps an eye on the temperature and time.

The Brown Rice setting is designed to cook delicious brown rice. The preheating time is extended for better absorption of water, and the rice is cooked at a lower temperature to allow it to cook longer without becoming mushy.

The Sushi Rice setting is very similar to the regular White Rice setting, but it uses less water (adjusted by the water fill lines) for a firmer finish, as sushi rice will be processed after it's cooked.

The Mixed Rice setting extends the preheating time for better absorption of seasonings, and the cooking temperature is slightly lower than regular white rice to avoid the ingredients from boiling over.

The Porridge setting, instead of cooking rice in larger amounts of water and risking making it sloppy, cooks fluffy porridge. The cooking temperature is slightly lower than regular white rice, to be cooked longer for a soft texture.

The Cake setting allows users to bake cakes inside the rice cooker, demonstrating the versatility of this appliance.

The Steaming function can be lengthened or shortened by adjusting the time setting, allowing users to steam their favorite foods.

In summary, the Micom Rice Cooker & Warmer is a multifunctional and intelligent appliance that takes the guesswork out of cooking rice and other dishes, making it a valuable addition to any kitchen.

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