Morphy Richards Sear & Stew
A practical slow cooker (3.5L, manual dial, sear-in-pot) for easy, budget-friendly slow-cooked meals.
Can You Cook Rice in a Slow Cooker?
Rice in a slow cooker is possible but a little fiddly. Here's how to do it well and what to watch for.
Quick answer
Yes, you can cook rice in a slow cooker, either on its own or as part of a dish. It needs the right ratio of liquid to rice and works best towards the end of cooking, as rice can turn mushy if left too long. Rinse the rice first and don't overcook it.
How to do it
For rice on its own, rinse it, add it with the correct amount of hot liquid (roughly double the volume of rice, adjusting to your machine), and cook on low until tender, usually a couple of hours - check towards the end. In stews and curries, add rice near the end of cooking so it doesn't overcook, or cook the rice separately and stir it in.
Common pitfalls
Too much liquid or too long makes rice sticky and mushy; too little liquid leaves it hard. Slow cookers vary, so treat the first attempt as a test and note what works. For perfect, fluffy rice every time, many people still prefer a pan or rice cooker, and just use the slow cooker for the main dish.
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A practical slow cooker (3.5L, manual dial) for easy, budget-friendly slow-cooked meals.
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A practical slow cooker (6.5L, sear-in-pot) for easy, budget-friendly slow-cooked meals.
Frequently asked questions
How long does rice take in a slow cooker?
On its own, roughly two hours on low, but it varies by machine and rice type. Check towards the end, as rice overcooks quickly and turns mushy.
Do you need to rinse rice before slow cooking?
Yes - rinsing removes surface starch and helps prevent gluey, sticky rice. Add it with hot liquid for the best result.
Can you add uncooked rice to a slow cooker stew?
You can, but add it near the end of cooking so it doesn't overcook and go mushy, and make sure there's enough liquid for it to absorb.
Bottom line
Our top pick is the Morphy Richards Sear & Stew (our score 9.6/10) - A practical slow cooker (3.5L, manual dial, sear-in-pot) for easy, budget-friendly slow-cooked meals..