NutriBullet EveryGrain Grain and Rice Cooker with Steamer review: a must-have affordable rice cooker and steamer

Pros

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  Light and fluffy results

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  Versatile as a steamer and a rice cooker, with mutiple programs for all grains

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  Ideal when cooking for a whole family

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  10-cup capacity

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  Steaming basket included

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  PFOA-Free cooking pot with non-stick coating

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  Easy to clean

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  Delayed start setting

Cons

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  Steaming times are longer than cooking on a stove

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  Rice can develop a sticky film on the base

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  May not be suitable for those with very small kitchens

The Nutribullet EveryGrain Cooker piqued my curiosity because it seemed to be a hybrid of a rice cooker and steamer. Why purchase two appliances when you can save money and space with a rice cooker and steamer in one affordable countertop cooker? Surely, it's a no-brainer!

Essentially, the best rice cookers are also the best steamers, so it makes sense for a product to do both. It was only a matter of time before such a hybrid was created. Nutribullet is, of course, known for its popular and highly rated blenders, so I was intrigued to try out the EveryGrain Cooker.

With two picky children at home and a hubby who is very much a meat and two veg/ spaghetti Bolognese type, rice isn't often on the menu, aside from when we make a homemade curry (for which we most frequently opt for brown rice, for its nutritional value and nutty flavor.)

Because of this, and our ingrained family routines, I found that at first, it was a challenge to get my head around the fact that the EveryGrain also steams other grains in addition to different kinds of rice (white, Jasmine, brown, black, red, Basmati, etc.) from ancient grains like farro buckwheat, quinoa, millet, barley, amaranth, spelt, teff, texmati (which I don't think I've ever even heard of) and most wonderfully oats (we're a family of porridge lovers!)

Moreover, not only does it cook all kinds of grain (EveryGrain for a reason) it also steams fish, such as salmon or white fish, and chicken, as well as all types of vegetables, from starchy veggies, like white or sweet potatoes and squash, to summer squash like zucchini, leafy greens like spinach and bok choy, plus broccoli, cabbage, green beans, mushrooms, and asparagus. Honestly, the list is endless. Included is a handy sheet with a guide to the rice and grain cooking times, and on the reverse side, it details the steam timings for each type of vegetable or protein. These tables are also included in the manual.

It is an excellent appliance to add to your kitchen because of its versatility. This is especially true if you enjoy meals with rice and salads with quinoa or other grains or if you're looking to cook at home with a little less oil than roasting, grilling, or frying. Steaming fish, chicken, and veggies is an excellent way to preserve the nutrients and flavor for juicy and tender results.