Sanyo ECJ-E35S 3.5-Cup Micro-Computerized Rice Cooker/Steamer
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: SanyoBrand: Sanyo
Release Date: 2005-07-01
Model: ECJ-E35S
Product features:
- Titanium Coated Extra Thick 5MM inner pot
- Multi-Menu Selections including Dol Sot Bi Bim Bab
- LCD Clock with 24 hour preset
- Reheat function
- Retractable Cord and Carrying Handle
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Sanyo ECJ-E35S 3.5-Cup Micro-Computerized Rice Cooker/Steamer
Customer Review: fantastic results. well built machine.
Summary: 5 Stars
i wavered over the purchase of this machine for several months. did i really need a $100 rice cooker? i usually avoid single-pupose appliances as they tend to consume more real estate in the kitchen than they're worth.
i'm usually cooking only for myself, so it's difficult to make rice in a small enough quantity on the stovetop. clearly, this machine would solve that problem, but would the results warrant the cost?
in short, yes. it's worth its cost.
superficially, the photos do not do justice to the handsome, clear lacquered, brushed metal finish. it looks great on the countertop. the retractable cord adjusts to exactly the length you need, and also makes it easy to bring the unit to the table for serving if you are so inclined. inside, the cooking pot is surprisingly hefty. it is built to heat evenly and it is built to last. the markings for the various amounts of rice and water are clear and easy to read. the carrying handle stays nicely out of the way. buttons are also large and easy to read. also, there's no reason why this cooker needs to stay in the kitchen. any level surface near an outlet will do. you can cook your rice at the table and save your countertop space (i've not tried this at full 3.5c capacity - i would test it on a spillover safe area first). lastly, if you find yourself running out of space on the cooktop, using any rice cooker will free up a slot for you.
i have a few minor complaints - as other reviewers have noted, there's no place to stow the rice paddle. the clock reads 00:00 instead of 12:00. and the condensation catcher can spill when lifting the lid (but there is a channel on the rim to catch the spilled liquid). practically speaking, these are non-issues.
and the rice! the rice is glorious. i've turned out sushi rice which exceeds restaurant quality. every grain is a little jewel. i've also made excellent forbidden rice (a non-glutinous chinese black rice) on the brown rice setting. you can rinse the rice right in the pot, then set the timer far enough in the future to allow the rice to soak. all the fussiness is handled automatically, and you return to perfection.
the warmer also works phenomenally well. i forgot it overnight once, and the rice was still perfectly edible the next day. it is great for reheating too - even when making only one cup (like coffee makers, rice makers use a cup which is smaller than the standard 8oz english measure) of dry rice, i usually end up with more rice than i can eat as a side dish in a single sitting. i can refrigerate half of the cooked rice in a ziploc bag and days later it comes back to life in the warmer as good as new.
cleanup is simple and straightforward. the pot is non-stick and cleans up easily. the condensation catcher separates into two pieces which facillitates cleaning and drying. and finally, there's a metal plate which easily snaps in and out of the underside of the lid. the rest of the unit cleans up with a damp sponge. it's a little more work to clean than a plain pot and lid on the stove, but you shouldn't have any starchy spillover to contend with, and the benefit of setting it and walking away far outweighs the extra minute or two of cleaning.
in conclusion, i'd say this cooker will make anyone who likes a variety of rice and other grains in small quantities very happy. the quality of results encourage experimentation and the quality of construction should keep it operating smoothly for years to come. i have high standards and i wasn't disappointed. it's a very welcome addition to my arsenal of kitchen weapons. :-)
Description of Sanyo ECJ-E35S 3.5-Cup Micro-Computerized Rice Cooker/Steamer
Micro-Computerized technology along with a modern design highlight this impressive Sanyo rice cooker/steamer. An extra thick 5MM non-stick inner pot with round bottom maximizes heat distribution and insures superb consistency in cooking. With the multi-menu settings, the fuzzy logic technology controls the temperature as you easily prepare delicious rice dishes including white, mixed, rinse-free, sprouted brown, quick, brown, sweet as well as porridge and the Korean specialty dish of Dol Sot Bi Bim Bab. Program your meal to be ready when you want with the 24 hour preset timer and LCD clock. A reheat function keeps the rice as hot as it was initiallly cooked while the keep warm function will keep the rice warm immediately after cooking. Clean up is no problem with the non stick inner pot. A retractable cord and carrying handle provide easy storing. Included are measuring cup, mult-language instruction manual with recipes included.Small Appliances
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