foto: YouTube/@EndangMengge
Brilio.net - Rice cookers have become a must-have kitchen appliance in almost every modern household. This practical tool not only makes it easier to cook rice, but also functions as a warmer to keep rice ready to eat all day long. However, storing rice too long in a rice cooker often makes the rice stale or smells bad.
The problem of stale rice in a rice cooker is very common, especially when cooking large amounts of rice for a large family or a special event. Without proper handling, rice stored in a rice cooker can spoil in a short time, even though the "keep warm" feature is still on.
It turns out, there is a simple way to prevent rice from going stale quickly in a rice cooker without having to add any preservatives or seasonings. YouTube user @EndangMengge shares how to store rice in a rice cooker so that it doesn't go stale quickly. The purpose of storing rice in a rice cooker is to leave the rice in the rice cooker after it has been cooked using a rice cooker. Generally, people will leave the rice in the rice cooker for a moment after it is cooked.
Well, the problem is that sometimes the rice left in the rice cooker goes stale. Of course it would be a waste if it goes stale, right? Therefore, a special trick is needed to prevent stale rice that is cooked and left in the rice cooker.
According to the account @EndangMengge who re-reported the research of ITB lecturers, rice quickly goes stale and is not tasty because it is not stirred for a long time. In fact, rice that is cooked immediately after being cooked in a rice cooker will be porous and hold a lot of water.
"After the rice is cooked, it must be stirred all the way to the bottom (the surface of the rice cooker pan) so that the water trapped in the rice grains comes out through the evaporation process," said the account owner as quoted by BrilioFood from YouTube @EndangMengge, Thursday (23/1).
photo: YouTube/@EndangMengge
The account continued, after the rice is stirred, let the rice sit for a few seconds, then close the rice cooker lid.
photo: YouTube/@EndangMengge
"Guaranteed, the rice will not go stale quickly," concluded the account owner who uploaded a video of his trick with the title 'HOW TO KEEP RICE FROM GOING STINK QUICKLY IN A RICE COOKER'.
The ideal time to store rice in a rice cooker.Even if you use the correct stirring technique, there is still an ideal time limit for storing rice in a rice cooker. At normal room temperature (around 25-30C), rice should not be stored for more than 12 hours in a rice cooker even in "keep warm" mode. After that period, the quality of the rice will start to decline and the risk of bacterial growth increases.
For best results, it is best to cook rice in the amount needed. If you have to store it longer, it is better to transfer the rice to a sealed container and store it in the refrigerator. Rice stored in the refrigerator can last up to 3-4 days and can be reheated when it is ready to be consumed.
How to clean a rice cooker properly.One important factor that is often overlooked in maintaining the quality of rice is the cleanliness of the rice cooker itself. Leftover rice stuck to the pot or rice cooker hood can be a place for bacteria to grow which accelerates the subsequent rice rotting process.
Here are some steps to properly clean a rice cooker:
- Wash the rice cooker pan every time after use with a soft sponge and dishwashing soap.
- Clean the lid, especially the inside which is often exposed to rice steam.
- Wipe the heating element completely dry before reinstalling the pan.
- Clean between the buttons and the outside of the rice cooker regularly.
- Make sure the rice cooker is completely dry before using it again.
By doing regular cleaning and implementing proper storage methods, the rice will maintain its quality and avoid premature rotting. Good rice cooker maintenance will also extend the life of this device while ensuring the hygiene of the cooked rice.
(brl/tin)
