Get to know your new Grain & Rice Cooker
Quick start instructions
Step 1
Turn the power switch on at the left side.
Step 2
From the Select Mode screen, choose the food to be made.
Step 3
Follow the prompts for adding food — no measuring needed.
Step 4
Pick your preparation method and liquid type.
Step 5
Add the cooking liquid, pouring it slowly until it reaches the target range for your preferred texture.
Step 6
Select Start to begin cooking.
What's in the box?
Skip the measuring cups and monitoring! Your machine has all the parts to perfectly cook grains for you.
(1) Dishwasher-safe, BPA-free steam basket
(1) Dishwasher-safe removable inner lid
(1) Dishwasher-safe cooking pot with durable non-stick ceramic coating
Take the guesswork out of cooking grains, beans and rice
It's easy to see and select your choices with an intuitive menu at your fingertips.
Explore 16 presets
for rice, farro, quinoa, black beans and more.
Presoak ingredients
for 2 to 8 hours to prepare dry beans and grains for cooking.
Steam veggies and proteins
from greens and root veggies to eggs and seafood.
Ready when you are
with automatic keep warm for up to 6 hours after cooking.
Steam time recommendations
Steam fresh or frozen foods to perfection with the Steam Cooking Mode to create delectable pairings for your main dish.
Carrots
Peeled: 10-12 min
Broccoli
1/2 lb: 8-10 min
Artichoke
Quartered with choke removed: 30-35 min
Green beans
4-6 oz: 9 min
Shrimp
8 oz: 6-8 min
Eggs
Hard-cooked: 11-13 min / Soft-cooked: 8-10 min
Turn pantry staples into the star of any meal
Your new machine automatically senses grains, measures liquid and simmers so you can explore a whole new world of whole grains, rice and beans. Make anything from grain bowls to bean burgers.
Sushi Rolls
Authentic sushi is within your reach with perfectly cooked sushi rice.
Warm Salads
Rice, quinoa or couscous are ideal for colorful salads packed with goodness.
Rice Pudding
Sweet and milky, rice pudding is a classic. Add cinnamon or raisins for a twist.
Grain Bowls
Vibrant grain bowls are popular and brimming with healthful foods.
Oatmeal
Good-old-fashioned oats are a hearty breakfast or satisfying basis for snacks.
Muffins
Whole grain muffins are delicious and digestion-friendly.
Refried Beans
Enjoy Mexican delights like nachos, enchiladas or quesadillas at home.
Bean Burgers
Make vegetarian and vegan burgers with protein-packed beans.
Soups & Chilis
Warm up during soup season with delicious chilis and lentil or bean soups.
Steamed Vegetables
Steaming veggies helps to maintain their nutrients and fresh flavor.
Steamed Eggs
Chinese-inspired steamed eggs are perfect and easy to peel.
Steamed Shrimp
Delicate shrimp stay plump and juicy—perfect for paella.
Customize to go even further
Create your own custom cook cycle
Custom Cooking Mode invites you to experiment with a variety of grains, beans and rice beyond the preset options. You can then save your settings to create your own custom presets.
Add flavor with broth
Replace water with other liquids like broth to add extra flavor to your creations. Pour directly into the cooking pot and follow the onscreen prompts.
Create delicious grain and rice dishes
Frequently asked grain and rice cooker questions
How do I automate cooking with the KitchenAid® Grain and Rice Cooker?
The KitchenAid® Grain & Rice Cooker is a streamlined experience. Just select what you’re cooking from one of 16 preset options, then add your ingredients to the cooking pot. The KitchenAid® Grain & Rice Cooker uses an integrated scale to automatically sense how much grain you’ve added and measure liquid as it’s added, then simmers to your perfect texture, every time.
Can I customize cooking settings?
Yes. The Custom Cooking Mode allows you to experiment with a variety of grains, beans and rice beyond the preset options, or add liquids other than water, like broth. To use, choose from the options for custom rice, custom bean, custom small grain or custom large grain. Then follow the screen prompts to add food and liquid and start cooking. Once complete, you can save your settings to create a new custom preset.
Can I soak foods before cooking?
Yes, you can soak grains and beans for up to 8 hours before cooking. Select Soak for an 8 hour soak or Quick Soak for a heated 2 hour soak.