Tired of sticky, overcooked rice or watching pots boil over? The microwave rice cooker is the no-fuss solution. This compact, clever little tool takes all the guesswork out of making rice and gives you fast, fluffy results—straight from your microwave.
Whether you’re cooking white, brown, jasmine, or basmati, the microwave rice cooker makes it easy, efficient, and totally cleanup-friendly.
What Is a Microwave Rice Cooker?
A microwave rice cooker is a specially designed container (usually BPA-free plastic) with a tight-fitting lid and steam vents. It’s made to handle the high heat and moisture levels needed to cook rice in the microwave—without boiling over or drying out.
It typically includes:
- A cooking bowl
- A locking lid with vent holes
- A measuring cup and rice paddle (bonus!)
- Sometimes a starch catcher to prevent mess
Why Use a Microwave Rice Cooker?
Fast and Easy
Make a batch of rice in 10–15 minutes—no pot-watching, no boiling over.
Consistently Good Rice
With the right water-to-rice ratio, it delivers fluffy, separate grains every time.
Versatile
Cook white rice, brown rice, quinoa, couscous, bulgur, and more.
Compact and Portable
Great for small kitchens, dorms, campers, or the office.
Minimal Cleanup
Most are dishwasher-safe and require no stovetop scrubbing.
How to Use a Microwave Rice Cooker (Step-by-Step)
- Measure your rice using the included cup.
- Rinse the rice (optional but recommended for better texture).
- Add water according to the rice type and quantity.
- Lock the lid securely, making sure the steam vents are open.
- Microwave on high—usually around 10–12 minutes for white rice.
- Let it rest (very important!) for 3–5 minutes to finish steaming.
- Fluff with paddle, and serve.
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