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7-Cup
Digital Rice Cooker
& Food Steamer
Instruction Manual
www.AromaCo.com
ARC-787D-1NG
Arrocera y vaporera
digital de 7 tazas
Manual de instrucciones
www.AromaCo.com
ARC-787D-1NG
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Congratulations on your purchase of the 7-Cup Digital Rice Cooker. In no time at all, you’ll be making fantastic, restaurant-quality rice at the touch of a button! Whether long, medium or short grain, this cooker is specially calibrated to prepare all varieties of rice, including tough-to-cook whole grain brown rice, to fluffy perfection. ® In addition to rice, your new Aroma Rice Cooker is ideal for healthy, one-pot meals for the whole family. The convenient steam tray inserts directly over the
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using electrical appliances, including the following: 13. Extreme caution must be used when 1. Important: Read all instructions moving the appliance containing carefully before first use. rice, hot oil or other liquids. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use the 14. Do not touch, cover or obstruct the handles or knobs. steam vent on the top of the rice 3. Use only on a level, dry and cooker as it is extremely hot and may hea
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SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS 1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. 2. Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. 3. If a longer extension cord is used: a. The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. b. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tab
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION 1. Tempered Glass Lid 1 2. Steam Tray 3. Rice Cooker 8 Body 4. Inner Pot 5. Measuring Cup 6. Rice Paddle 7. Digital Control Panel 8. Steam Vent 2 3 7 4 6 5 9. White Rice Control Panel Button/Indicator Light 10. Sauté Button/Indicator Light 11. Steam 9 Button/Indicator 13 Light 12. Keep-Warm/Off 12 10 Button/Indicator Light 13. Brown Rice Button/Indicator 11 Light 3 IDENTIFICACION DE LAS PARTES 1. Tapadera de vidrio 1 2. Charola de vapor 8 3. Olla exterior 4. Olla interior 5.
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USING YOUR RICE COOKER Before First Use: 1. Read all instructions and important safeguards. 2. Remove all packaging materials and check that all items have been received in good condition. 3. Tear up all plastic bags as they can pose a risk to children. 4. Wash lid and accessories in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. 5. Remove inner pot from rice cooker and clean with warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly before returning to cooker. 6. Wipe body clean with a damp cloth. NOTE: •
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USING YOUR RICE COOKER To Cook Rice: 7. After cooking, remove the lid and use the rice paddle to stir the rice. This will release excess moisture and give the rice a fluffier texture. Then, replace the lid and allow the unit to remain on “Keep-Warm” mode for 5-10 minutes. This will ensure optimal rice texture and moisture level. NOTE: Brown rice requires a much longer cooking cycle than other rice varieties due to the extra bran layers on the grains. The “Brown Rice” function on this rice cooker
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COOKING GUIDE RICE APPROX. COOKING TIMES UNCOOKED WATER WATERLINE COOKED RICE INSIDE POT RICE YIELD WHITE RICE: 30-35 Min. 2 Cups 2½ Cups Line 2 4 Cups BROWN RICE: 90-100 Min. WHITE RICE: 32-37 Min. 3 Cups 3½ Cups Line 3 6 Cups BROWN RICE: 95-105 Min. WHITE RICE: 34-39 Min. 4 Cups 4½ Cups Line 4 8 Cups BROWN RICE: 100-110 Min. WHITE RICE: 38-43 Min. 5 Cups 5½ Cups Line 5 10 Cups BROWN RICE: 105-115 Min. WHITE RICE: 40-45 Min. 6 Cups 6½ Cups Line 6 12 Cups BROWN RICE: 110-120 Min. WHITE RICE: 41-
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USING YOUR RICE COOKER ™ Sauté-Then-Simmer Technology ™ To Use Sauté-Then-Simmer Technology: ™ Aroma’s patent-pending Sauté-Then-Simmer (STS) Technology is excellent for making delicious Spanish rice, risottos, pilafs, packaged meal helpers and more! 1. Add ingredients to be sautéed/browned. ® he sauté indicator 2. Press the SAUTÉ button to preheat the Aroma rice cooker. T light will illuminate. 3. Using a long-handled wooden spoon, stir ingredients until sautéed/browned to the desired level 3.
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USING YOUR RICE COOKER To Steam Food: 1. Add the desired amount of water to the inner pot. A convenient steaming guide has been included on page 10 for vegetables and page 11 for meat. 2. Place food to be steamed onto the steam tray. HELPFUL HINTS: • Smaller foods may be placed in a heat-proof dish and then placed into the steam tray. 3. Place the steam tray inside the rice cooker. Place the lid securely onto the rice cooker. 4. Press the STEAM button. The steam indicator light will illuminate.
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USING YOUR RICE COOKER To Steam Food And Cook Rice Simultaneously: One of the most convenient features of this rice cooker is the ability to both cook rice and steam food simultaneously, ideal for creating delicious, all-in-one meals. 1. Place the desired amount of rice and appropriate amount of water into the inner pot. See “To Cook Rice” on page 4 for details. 2. Place the inner pot into the unit and begin to cook the rice. NOTE: • Do not attempt to cook more than 6 cups (uncooked) of rice if
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STEAMING GUIDE VEGETABLE STEAMING CHART: VEGETABLE AMOUNT OF WATER STEAMING TIME Asparagus ½ Cup 10 Minutes Broccoli ¼ Cup 5 Minutes Cabbage 1 Cup 15 Minutes Carrots 1 Cup 15 Minutes Cauliflower 1 Cup 15 Minutes Corn 1 Cup 15 Minutes Eggplant 1¼ Cup 20 Minutes Green Beans 1 Cup 15 Minutes Peas ½ Cup 10 Minutes Spinach ½ Cup 10 Minutes Squash ½ Cup 10 Minutes Zucchini ½ Cup 10 Minutes HELPFUL HINT: • Since most vegetables only absorb a small amount of water, there is no need to increase the amoun
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STEAMING GUIDE MEAT STEAMING CHART: Safe Internal Meat Amount of Water Steaming Time Temperature Fish 2 Cups 15 Min. 140º Chicken 2 Cups 20 Min. 165º ½ Pork 2 Cups 20 Min. 160º ½ Medium = 15 Min. Beef 2 Cups Medium-Well = 20 Min. 160º ½ Well = 23 Min. NOTE: • Steaming times may vary depending on the cut of meat being used. • To ensure meat tastes its best, and to prevent possible illness, check that meat is completely cooked prior to serving. If it is not, simply place more water in the inner po
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USING YOUR RICE COOKER To Cook Soups, Stews and Chilis: 1. Add ingredients to inner pot. Making sure that the exterior of the inner pot is clean, dry and free of debris; set 2. the inner pot into the rice cooker. Place the lid securely onto the rice cooker and plug the power cord into a wall outlet. Press the WHITE RICE button. The white rice indicator light will illuminate. 3. 4. Allow soup/stew/chili to cook until ready, stirring often CAUTION: • The rice cooker will not switch to “Keep-Warm”
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TROUBLESHOOTING Because rice varieties may vary in their make-up, results may differ. Below are some troubleshooting tips to help you achieve the desired consistency. PROBLEM SOLUTION Rice is too dry/hard If your rice is dry or hard/chewy when the rice after cooking. cooker switches to “Keep-Warm” mode, additional water and cooking time will soften the rice. Depending on how dry your rice is, add ½ to 1 cup of water and stir through. Close the lid and press the WHITE RICE button. When rice cooke
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HELPFUL HINTS • Spraying the inner pot with a light coating of nonstick cooking spray is a great way to make cleanup easier without adding flavor or calories to your meal. • When a recipe calls for salt, use kosher salt. It has no impurities or additives and dissolves easily. You will need to use about one an half more kosher salt than you would table salt. • If the rice cooker shuts off before the food is totally cooked, add more water and start the cooker again. • Stocks and broths can be used
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ABOUT RICE Courtesy of the USA Rice Federations For recipes and rice information visit the USA Rice Federation online at www.usarice.com/consumer. Rice is the perfect foundation for today’s healthier eating. It is a nutrient-dense complex carbohydrate that supplies energy, fiber, essential vitamins and minerals and beneficial antioxidants. Rice combines well with other healthy foods such as vegetables, fruits, meat, seafood, poultry, beans and soy foods. Nearly 88% of rice consumed in the U.S. i
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ABOUT RICE Courtesy of the USA Rice Federations For recipes and rice information visit the USA Rice Federation online at www.usarice.com/consumer. Did You Know? • Rice is the primary dietary staple for more than half of the world’s population. • U.S. grown rice is the standard for excellence and accounts for nearly 88% of the rice consumed in America. It is grown and harvested by local farmers in five south-central states and California. • Rice contains no sodium, cholesterol, trans fats or glut
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RECIPES Sauté-Then-Simmer™ Spanish Rice 2 tbs olive oil (can use up to 1/4 cup) 1 onion, chopped fine 1 garlic clove, minced 2 cups medium or long-grain white rice 2 ½ cups chicken stock (or vegetable stock if vegetarian) 1 tbs tomato paste - Pinch of oregano 1 tsp salt Press the SAUTÉ button. The sauté indicator light will illuminate. Add rice, olive oil, onion and garlic. Using a long-handled wooden spoon, stir ingredients frequently and allow to sauté for roughly 5 minutes, or until onion is
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RECIPES Monterrey Green Chile Chicken Wraps 1-½ cups long grain rice 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth 4 ounce can diced green chiles 1 small white onion, diced 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into ½-inch pieces 1 tsp. salt ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper 6 flour tortilla wraps 1 cup lowfat sour cream 2 tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped 1 tbsp. fresh chives, chopped 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded Place the rice, chicken broth and chiles in the inner pot. Stir with a long handled plastic sp
