Instant Pot Zest 8 Cup One Touch Rice Cooker, From the Makers of Instant Pot, Steamer, Cooks Rice, Grains, Quinoa and Oatmeal, 8-cup cooked/4-cup uncooked, No Pressure Cooking Functionality

I love this product because it makes the cooking time more easy specially for my teenage kids. They are learning to cook and this product helps them because the food always have the right look , taste , smell and texture.

Easy to use. Cooks the best fluffy rice ever. I only wish I could remove the lid to clean it.

I recently took the plunge into the mystical world of the Instant Pot Rice Cooker, and let me tell you, my skepticism was diced finer than finely chopped onions. But oh, how wrong I was! This contraption is like having a rice wizard in my kitchen, casting flavorful spells with every grain.At first, I couldn't believe that a kitchen appliance could make such a difference in the rice game. I mean, come on, it's just rice, right? Wrong! From the very first batch, I knew this Instant Pot had some serious culinary sorcery up its sleeve.The rice that emerged from this magical metal cauldron wasn't just rice; it was an experience. Each subsequent batch somehow managed to outshine its predecessor. It's like the Instant Pot whispers ancient rice wisdom to each grain, urging them to reach their full potential.But wait, there's more! This pot doesn't just cook rice; it turns your kitchen into a flavor battleground. It forces broth flavors into the rice like a seasoned general leading an army into tasty victory. The rice becomes a canvas, soaking up all the savory goodness, turning even the most basic grains into culinary masterpieces.And let me tell you about the basmati rice—I summoned the most amazing basmati dish that would make Aladdin jealous. The Instant Pot coaxed out the fragrant aroma and delicate texture of the basmati, transforming my kitchen into a Persian spice bazaar. I half-expected a magic carpet to appear, carrying my taste buds on a flavorful journey.In conclusion, I went from rice skeptic to Instant Pot disciple in a flash. The Instant Pot Rice Cooker is no mere kitchen appliance; it's a rice alchemist, a flavor enchanter, a grain guru. If you're still cooking rice the old-fashioned way, it's time to level up and let the Instant Pot weave its rice magic. You'll never look at a grain of rice the same way again!

This Instant Pot grain cooker is a little miracle worker. I can finally enjoy perfectly made rice, and steel cut oats without standing in front of the stove forever. You literally set it and forget it. 50min for steel cut oats, and 30min for rice.I like how instant brown rice doesn’t require pre-washing. So I simply add 2 cups of instant brown rice with 1 and 3/4’s of liquid, along with diced carrots and frozen petite peas; with a little Knorr chicken bouillon. I select the white rice preset (30min), and the instant brown rice comes out steamed perfectly and fluffy. 🍚

First I have owned at 3qt Instant Pot for 4 years. I recently had to purchase a new cord (think I got it wet) but no other issues. I have never used it as a pressure cooker but use it weekly to cook lentils or braise chicken. I love I can sear & then braise skinless boneless chicken using the slow cooker function in 35-45 mins. I am not using the oven & I don't have to babysit the stovetop & my chicken comes out flavorful and juicy.After much research and based on my Instant Pot experience, I decided to give the Zest a try.I bought this Instant Zest to replace a Green Life 4 cup Rice & Grain Cooker, which worked great & I gave to family. I need to make more than 4 cups for meal prep most weeks and I was tired of making multiple batches of rice.On the negative side, I was disappointed in the Steamer Tray. I use only Stainless Steel, Cast Iron or Ceramic Coated Cook/Bakeware. Why give me a Ceramic Coated Bowl when you also give me a Plastic Steamer Tray? The Plastic Steamer Tray was left in the original box along with the Plastic Rice Paddle.On the positive side, I made a small rice test batch first.I used Basmati Rice, rinsed it til clear water & then let it soak in clean cool water 20-30 min. I used "2 rice cooker cups" (each equals 3/4 cup in US measurement) or 3/4+3/4 = 1 1/2 cups of uncooked rice. I added 1 1/4 cup of water for each 3/4 cup of uncooked rice. So added 2 1/2 total cups total of water. I did bloom Saffron in some of the water I added.I added the Rice then Water into the pot & stirred. Plugged it in & turned on machine by pushing 'White Rice' button. My old Green Life always gave me great fluffy rice in 25 mins for the same amount of rice. The Zest was over 30 minutes, so not bad. I did like how there was a countdown starting at the 10 min mark.Opened lid when beeped. Perfect, fluffy rice with no burning or stickiness. That little amount of rice had separated & fluffed up to 3/4 of the pot. I could have used a paper towel to wipe down the clean bowl but I did a hand wash.I loved my Green Life but this 1st try in the Zest was better. The rice was very tender and absorbed the Saffron evenly. I could have eaten the rice straight out of the machine but I spooned it into a bowl added Chicken Chunks & some Veggies & a quickly put together Asian style Sauce. I put less rice in my dinner bowl than usual but I felt I had eaten more. Dinner made for several more meal times.I gave 4 Stars because of the PLASTIC Steamer Tray. Also, this was my 1st time using the Instant Zest. I will probably Update this post once I have used it for a while. I still need to try my generic Long Grain Rice, Oatmeal & Sushi Rice in the Zest.Again, best Basmati Rice I have ever made, all fluffy & tender. And I did not have any water leaked on my counter - all dry below.

The taste and smell of the rice is anything but delicious. It’s very easy to cook, especially when you have too much on your plate. Within a few minutes the rice is ready to serve. And not only is easy to prepare but easy to clean afterwards.

The media could not be loaded. Excellent! I almost didn’t buy this due to the bad reviews BUT one great review saved it. This rice cooker works as advertised. User error causes the overflow of water. YOU MUST READ THE DIRECTIONS. The rice is fluffy and sticky like the rice you get from a restaurant. It tastes just like rice should.

I use this every morning to make a simple oatmeal , I've been really impressed with it and it's made it simple to eat healthy. the cook time is a bit long and requires me to plan ahead a bit but it's mostly set it and forget.