How to cook rice in an electric rice cooker if it's not fully cooked

The problem of undercooked rice in an electric rice cooker can be solved by continuing to heat or adding water to cook again. The undercooked rice may be caused by factors such as insufficient water, insufficient heating time, and malfunction of the rice cooker. Insufficient water in an electric rice cooker during cooking can result in insufficient water absorption and the occurrence of undercooked rice. At this point, you can add an appropriate amount of warm water, with the amount just enough to cover the surface of the rice, and restart the cooking process. If the rice is only cooked on the surface and raw on the bottom, it can be stirred evenly and then heated again. The use of rice cookers for a long time may result in uneven heating, manifested as partially undercooked rice. In this case, it is necessary to check whether the inner pot bottom is tightly attached to the heating plate. Some smart rice cookers in high-altitude areas require extended cooking time due to a decrease in boiling point, and can manually select a longer cooking mode. The aging and leakage of the sealing ring of the rice cooker can also affect the cooking effect, and it is necessary to repair and replace the parts in a timely manner.

When using a rice cooker in daily life, attention should be paid to adding water according to the standard ratio. The water to rice ratio for ordinary rice is about 1:1.2, and different varieties of rice need to be adjusted appropriately. Before cooking, check if the bottom of the rice cooker is clean and free of debris to ensure the heat transfer efficiency of the heating plate. If there are multiple instances of undercooking, it is recommended to contact after-sales service to check if the thermostat or heating element is working properly. During the cooking process, avoid frequently opening the lid to check and avoid affecting the temperature inside the pot. Choosing high-quality rice and soaking it for half an hour in advance can help shorten cooking time and make the rice more evenly cooked.