Risotto and Rice Perfect® 8
Automatic Risotto and Rice Cooker
Instruction/Recipe Booklet
RC4900
Please read these instructions carefully and retain for future reference.
Contents
Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions |
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Features of your Risotto and Rice Perfect 8 |
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How to Cook Risotto |
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How to Cook Rice |
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Tips for Cooking Rice |
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Types of Rice |
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Care and Cleaning |
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Rice Cooking Chart |
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Risotto Recipes |
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Rice Recipes |
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Sushi |
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Making Sushi |
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Important instructions – retain for future use.
Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR SUNBEAM RISOTTO AND RICE PERFECT
•Do not operate the unit on an inclined surface. Use a flat level surface.
•Do not move or cover the unit whilst in operation. Unplug before moving.
•Do not immerse the heating vessel of the unit in water or any other liquid.
•Use your unit at least 200mm away from walls and curtains.
•Do not use your unit in confined spaces.
•If using a plastic spatula do not leave in cooking vessel when hot
•After cleaning ensure that the cord inlet area is completely dry before using again.
Sunbeam is very safety conscious when designing and manufacturing consumer products, but it is essential that the product user also exercise care when using an electrical appliance. Listed below are precautions which are essential for the safe use of an electrical appliance:
•Read carefully and save all the instructions provided with an appliance.
•Always turn the power off at the power outlet before you insert or remove a plug. Remove by grasping the plug - do not pull on the cord.
•Turn the power off and remove the plug when the appliance is not in use and before cleaning.
•Do not use your appliance with an extension cord unless this cord has been checked and tested by a qualified technician or service person.
•Always use your appliance from a power outlet of the voltage (A.C. only) marked on the appliance.
•This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
•Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
•The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating.
•Never leave an appliance unattended while in use.
•Do not use an appliance for any purpose other than its intended use.
•Do not place an appliance on or near a hot gas flame, electric element or on a heated oven.
•Do not place on top of any other appliance.
•Do not let the power cord of an appliance hang over the edge of a table or bench top or touch any hot surface.
•Do not operate any electrical appliance with a damaged cord or after the appliance has been damaged in any manner. If damage is suspected, return the appliance to the nearest Sunbeam Appointed Service Centre
for examination, repair or adjustment.
•For additional protection, Sunbeam recommend the use of a residual current device (RCD) with a tripping current not exceeding 30mA in the electrical circuit supplying power to your appliances.
•Do not immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid unless recommended.
•Appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system.
•This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; bed and breakfast type environments.
•If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord or assembly available from the nearest Sunbeam Appointed Service Centre.
If you have any concerns regarding the performance and use of your appliance, please visit www.sunbeam.com.au or contact the Sunbeam Consumer Service Line. Ensure the above safety precautions are understood.
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Features of your Risotto and Rice Perfect 8
8 Cup Capacity (16 cups of cooked rice)
Prepare from 2 to 8 cups of uncooked rice at any time. 8 cup capacity cooks up to 16 cups of cooked rice.
Non-stick Removable Cooking Pan
Lightweight pan distributes heat evenly for perfectly cooked risotto and rice every time. The non-stick pan is removable for easy cleaning.
Saute Light
Illuminates to indicate your machine is in the
SAUTE cooking setting.
Rice Light
Illuminates to indicate your machine is in the
RICE cooking setting.
Menu Button
Use to select your cooking setting.
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Risotto Light
Illuminates to indicate your machine is in the RISOTTO cooking setting.
Keep Warm Light
Illuminates to indicate your machine is in the KEEP WARM setting. Keeps your risotto and rice warm for 30 minutes until you are ready to serve.
Serving Spoon
Ideal for serving rice from the unit. Store in the spoon bracket located on the front of the base of the unit.
Sunbeam Rice Cup
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How to cook risotto
Before using your Risotto and Rice Perfect for the first time wash the removable cooking pan, lid, rice measuring cup and serving spoon in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
1.Using the Sunbeam rice measuring cup provided, measure out the required quantity of rice, making sure that the rice is a level full cup. Refer to the Rice Cooking Charts on page 8.
2.Place the measured rice in a sieve and wash rice thoroughly under cold water. Continue washing rice until water runs clear, making sure to shake off any excess liquid.
3.Press the MENU button until the SAUTE light is illuminated. The light will
flash several times before permanently illuminating.
4.Add the butter/oil and let heat for 2-3 minutes or until melted/ heated.
5.Cook desired ingredients to recipe specifications, making sure to stir occasionally for even browning/ colouring.
6.Add the rice, mixing well to coat all grains.
7.Add desired liquid. If using alcohol, let it evaporate before adding stock/water. Make sure the rice is level, and all ingredients are submerged in the stock for even cooking.
8.Place lid on pan.
9.Press the MENU button until the RISOTTO light is illuminated. Again this will flash several times, before permanently illuminating.
10.When risotto is cooked, the unit will beep and automatically switch to KEEP WARM.
11.Remove lid and using the Sunbeam spoon stir risotto until all ingredients are evenly incorporated. Add seasonings (cheese, herbs, salt, pepper etc.).
12.The Sunbeam Risotto and Rice Perfect will remain on the KEEP WARM setting for 30 minutes until you’re ready to serve. After 30 minutes it will switch off, this will ensure the meal is warm but not overcooked.
Risotto Cooking Tips
For optimum results, Sunbeam recommends stirring the rice halfway through the cooking process. This allows the rice to be agitated, activating the natural starches in the rice, which will result in a naturally creamier, smoother risotto.
If the risotto is not cooked to the desired level, stand on the KEEP WARM setting for several minutes, or, switch back to the
RISOTTO setting until the risotto is cooked to the desired level. More liquid (water or stock) can be added if needed.
If risotto is sitting on the KEEP WARM setting for an extended period of time, stir occasionally so browning on the base won’t occur.
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How to cook rice
Before using your Risotto and Rice Perfect for the first time wash the removable cooking pan, lid, rice measuring cup and serving spoon in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
1.Using the rice measuring cup provided, measure out the required quantity of rice, making sure that the rice is a level cup full. Refer to the Rice Cooking Charts on page 8.
2.Place the measured rice in a sieve and wash rice thoroughly under cold water. Continue washing rice until water runs clear. Making sure to shake off any excess liquid once washed. This removes excess starch which will make the rice fluffier.
3.Ensure the exterior of the cooking pan is clean and dry before placing inside the heating vessel.
4.Place the washed rice in the cooking pan, and add cold water. Make sure that the rice is spread evenly in the bottom of the pan.
5.Replace the lid.
6.Press the MENU button until the RICE light is illuminated. When rice is cooked, the unit will beep and automatically switch to KEEP WARM.
7.The Sunbeam Risotto and Rice Perfect will remain on the KEEP WARM setting for 30 minutes until you’re ready to serve. After 30 minutes it will switch off, this will ensure the rice is warm but not overcooked.
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Tips for cooking rice
1.For fluffier rice, add a little extra water, for firmer rice reduce the amount of water. By adding too much water, excess may overflow during cooking. It is recommended to follow the charts on page 8, and then adjust to your liking when the cooking cycle has finished.
2.Brown rice and Arborio rice need more liquid to cook, which results in the build up of starchy bubbles foaming around the lid. This can cause spitting from the air vent. By washing the rice thoroughly this can be reduced.
Uncooked/ Cooked Rice Conversion Chart 1 cup uncooked white rice
=2 cups of cooked rice
1cup uncooked brown rice
=2½ cups of cooked rice
NOTE: The Sunbeam rice cup is not the same measurement as a standard metric cup.
A standard metric cup equals 200g uncooked rice or 250mls water.
NOTE: All reference in this Instruction Booklet to ‘cups’ refers to the provided ‘rice cup’.
Sunbeam Rice Cup Conversion Chart 1 level Sunbeam rice cup
=150g uncooked rice
1level Sunbeam rice cup
=180mls water
If you lose the rice measuring cup provided use the ratio:
1 cup uncooked white rice = 1 cup water
1 cup uncooked brown rice
= 1 ½ cups water
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Types of Rice
There are three main types of rice:
Short Grain: The grains are short and plump. When cooked the grains are soft and sticky with a glossy appearance.
Varieties of short grain rice:
Japanese Koshihikari - a soft sticky rice, sold as “sushi rice” and used to make sushi
Pearl – a soft sticky rice used to make puddings and desserts.
Medium Grain: the grains are medium in size. When cooked the grains are tender, moist and tend to stick together.
Varieties of medium grain rice:
Arborio – a soft cooking chalky rice used to make risotto and paella.
Medium white and brown rice
White calrose - a soft cooking rice used to make paella.
Medium brown – is whole grain that has been hulled but not polished. It has a nutty flavour and is slightly chewy in texture. It can be used as an all-rounder.
Long Grain: the grains are long and narrow. When cooked the grains remain fluffy, dry and separate.
Varieties of long grain rice are:
Long – a perfect all-round rice used in a wide variety of cuisines.
Jasmine – a fragrant rice which is suited to Asian type cuisine.
Basmati – has a fragrant aroma which is suited to Indian type cuisine.
Care and cleaning
After using your Risotto and Rice Perfect, turn the power off and remove the cord from the power outlet.
CAUTION: Never immerse the heating vessel in water.
CAUTION: Never use any chemical, steel wool, harsh abrasive cleaners, thinners or chemical dust cloths to clean any part of your Risotto and Rice Perfect. To prevent damage to the appliance do not use alkaline cleaning agents when cleaning, use a soft cloth and mild detergent.
WARNING: Do not allow water to enter the inside of the heating vessel as this may cause electrocution.
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