Farberware Rice Cooker FRA500 User Manual

							USE & CARE INSTRUCTIONS
NUTRISTEAM™ RICE COOKER/
FOOD STEAMER
FRA500
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTYThis FARBERWARE® product warranty extends to the original consumer purchaser of the product.
Warranty Duration: This product is warranted to the original consumer purchaser for a period of one
(1) year from the original purchase date. 
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neglect, improper service, commercial use, repairs by unauthorized personnel or other causes not
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loss of revenues or profit.
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either repaired or replaced with a reconditioned comparable unit (at FARBERWARE®’s option) when
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product will be in warranty for the balance of the one-year warranty period and an additional one-
month period. No charge will be made for such repair or replacement. 
Service and Repair
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5:00 pm Central Standard Timeand ask for CONSUMER SERVICE. Please refer to Model FRA500 when
you call.
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or other proof of purchase to determine warranty status.C.O.D. shipments cannot be accepted. 
Return the appliance to:  ATTN: Repair Department, FARBERWARE®
550 Business Center Drive, Mt. Prospect, Illinois 60056Any questions or comments can be directed to Salton, Inc. at the above address or by calling or
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This hearty soup tastes as if it has been cooking for hours, but all
you really need is 10 minutes of preparation and 1 hour to cook.
Try it several times, using a different broth as a base each time. You
will be surprised at how different each version tastes.Mushroom Barley Soup1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 carrot, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/4 - 1/2 pound mushrooms, cut into quarters
4 to 5 cups chicken, beef or vegetable broth
1/2 tablespoon ketchup
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 FARBERWARE
®Measuring Cup uncooked pearl barley
Press Lever down to begin COOKMode. Immediately add oil to
the Inner Pot and allow it to heat for 1 minute. 
Sauté onion and garlic for 2 minutes. Add remaining ingredients,
stirring well to combine. Cover and cook for 1 hour. 
Soup will be very thick if you use 4 cups of broth. If thinner soup is
desired, add 5 cups of broth at the beginning of cooking.
Makes 4 cups
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDSWhen using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
1.READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug,
or the Main Housing in water or other liquid.
4. Never put liquid into the Main Housing, only into the Inner Pot.
5. Lift and open Cover carefully to avoid scalding, and allow
water to drip into the Rice Cooker.
6. Never plug in the Cooker without the Inner Pot inside the 
Main Housing.
7. Unplug from outlet when not in use. Unplug and allow to cool
before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
8. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance
containing hot food, water, hot oil, or other hot liquids.
9. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used 
near children. This appliance is not for use by children.
10. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by
FARBERWARE
®may cause injuries.
11. Do not use outdoors.
12. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch 
hot surfaces.
13. Do not use appliance for other than intended household use.
14. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a
heated oven.
15. To disconnect, raise Selector Lever to ON/WARM, then remove
the plug from wall outlet.
16. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or
after the appliance malfunctions, or has been dropped or
damaged in any manner. Contact Consumer Service.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSTHIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. 
						

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ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS1.CAUTION: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam
during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the
risk of burns, fires or other damage to persons or property.
2. All users of this appliance must read and understand this
Owner’s Manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.
3. The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 
110V/120V AC electrical outlet only.
4. Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.
5. If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately
unplug the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair the mal-
functioning appliance! Do not use the Inner Pot or Cover if
cracked or damaged.
6. Do not use the WARMMode to reheat cold rice or other foods.
7. Use the NutriSteam™ Rice Cooker/Food Steamer on a hard, flat
surface. Don’t place it near a flame or heat or on a soft surface
(such as carpet). Avoid placing it where it may tip over during
use. Dropping the Rice Cooker/Food Steamer could cause it 
to malfunction.
8. Avoid electric shock by unplugging the Rice Cooker/Food
Steamer before washing or adding water.
9. To avoid burns, stay clear of the Steam Vent during cooking.
Also, wait for the Rice Cooker/Food Steamer to cool down
completely before touching or cleaning the Main Housing 
and Cover.
10. Never use the Inner Pot on a gas or electric cooktop or on an
open flame.
11. Do not leave the plastic Ladle or FARBERWARE
®Measuring
Cup in the Inner Pot while on and in use.
12. Lift off Lid carefully to avoid scalding, and allow water to drip
into Rice Cooker/Food Steamer.
13. To reduce the risk of electric shock, cook only in the removable
container (Inner Pot). Do not pour liquid directly into the
Main Housing.
14.THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
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This bounty of vegetables is both healthful and delicious.Chunky Garden Vegetable Soup1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 carrot, cut in 1/4-inch slices
1/4 pound fresh peas
1 small zucchini, sliced
1/2 can (1/2 pound) white kidney beans
1/2 can (1/2 pound) stewed tomatoes
1/2 cup water
1 cup chicken, vegetable or beef broth
1/4 cup acini di pepe pasta
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Press Lever down to begin COOKMode. Immediately add oil to
the Inner Pot and allow it to heat for 1 minute. 
Sauté onion and garlic for 2 minutes. Add remaining ingredients,
stirring well to combine. Cover and cook for 1/2 hour. 
Serve immediately or switch to WARMuntil ready to serve.
Makes 4 cups 
						

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POLARIZED PLUGThis appliance has a polarized plug(one blade is wider than the
other): To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to
fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully
in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONSA short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Longer detachable power-supply or extension cords are available
and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
If a longer detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used,
(1) the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord
should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance,
and (2) the longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape
over the counter top or table top where it can be pulled on by
children or tripped over unintentionally.
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For a change of pace, try this Pearl Barley Side Dish. It is a
perfect accompaniment to any meat or poultry dish.Pearl Barley Side Dish2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 small onion, chopped
1 small carrot, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
3-1/2 cups chicken broth
1 FARBERWARE
®Measuring Cup pearl barley
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Press Lever down to begin COOKMode. Immediately add oil to
the Inner Pot and allow it to heat for 1 minute. 
Sauté garlic, onion, carrot and celery for 5 minutes. Add
remaining ingredients, stirring well to combine. Cover and 
cook for 18 minutes. If Control has not switched to WARM, 
do it manually. 
Allow to simmer on WARM for 50 minutes. At the end of this
time, if there is still liquid in the Cooker, switch the Control back
to COOK. Cook for 5 minutes or until the liquid is gone. 
Serve immediately.
Makes 3-3/4 cups 
						

							GETTING TO KNOW YOUR 
FARBERWARE
®
NUTRISTEAM™ RICE COOKER/FOOD STEAMER1. Cool-Touch Knob
2. Cover with Steam Vent  (P/N 21184)
3. Steamer Insert  (P/N 21185)
4. Inner Pot (marked levels inside)  (P/N 21186)
5. Stay-Cool Handles
6. Main Housing
7.COOKand ON/WARMIndicator Lights
8. Selector Lever
9. Polarized Plug
10. Power Supply Cord
11 .FARBERWARE
®Measuring Cup  (P/N 20655)
12. Rice Paddle  (P/N 20656)
NutriSteamCOOK ON/WARM4
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Kasha or buckwheat is high in fiber and has a wonderful nutty
flavor and creamy texture.Kasha3 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 small onion, chopped
1 FARBERWARE
®Measuring Cup whole kasha
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups chicken, vegetable or beef broth
Press Lever down to begin COOKMode. Immediately add 
2 tablespoons butter or margarine to the Inner Pot and heat for 
1 minute. 
Sauté onions for 2 minutes. Add kasha, garlic powder, salt and
pepper and sauté 1 minute. Add broth, stirring well to combine.
Cover and cook for 10 minutes. 
Top with remaining butter or margarine and stir well. 
Serve immediately.
Makes 4 cups 
						

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Soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger and the browned layer that forms on
the bottom transform ordinary white rice into Oriental rice.Oriental Rice1 FARBERWARE
®Measuring Cup long-grain rice
2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 clove garlic, crushed
3 scallions, chopped
1/4 cup slivered almonds
1/4 teaspoon powdered ginger
Press Lever down to begin COOKMode. Immediately add oil to
the Inner Pot and allow it to heat for 1 minute. 
Sauté garlic, scallions and almonds for 1 minute. Add remaining
ingredients, stirring well to combine. Cover and cook until Control
switches to WARMMode. 
Allow to stand on WARMfor 5 minutes. 
Stir browned layer into the remaining rice and serve immediately.
Makes 3 cups
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONREAD BEFORE USING YOUR 
FARBERWARE
®NUTRISTEAM™
RICE COOKER/FOOD STEAMER  FOR THE FIRST TIME.
• Read all instructions.
• Wash Inner Pot, Steamer Insert, Cover, FARBERWARE
®Measuring
Cup and Rice Paddle in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry well.
• Never immerse Main Housing in water.
• Never place liquid in the Main Housing. Place it only in the
Inner Pot.
• Never try to force the Selector Lever to stay in the COOKMode
after it has moved up to the ON/WARMMode.
• Never plug in the Cooker without first placing the Inner Pot
inside the Main Housing.
• Always be sure Inner Pot contains liquid, or be ready to add oil,
butter or margarine immediately to the Inner Pot when you plug
in the Cooker.
•Remember that the FARBERWARE
®Measuring Cup is not a
standard measuring cup. When filled, it measures 3/4 cup.
• Never wash any removable parts of the Cooker in the
dishwasher.
• Save these instructions and refer to them often.
• If the outside of the Inner Pot is wet when placed into the
Cooker, this may cause a cracking noise while the unit heats up.
Also, this may cause damage to the inner working of the
appliance, so always wipe the outside of the Inner Pot
completely dry before use.
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A browned crust will form on the bottom of the Cooker. Stirring this
“fried” rice into the mixture gives the dish a nutty flavor.Garden Medley Rice2 tablespoons olive oil
3 scallions, white part and 1 inch green, chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 FARBERWARE
®Measuring Cup long-grain rice
1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup chopped fresh broccoli
1 small carrot, chopped
1/4 cup fresh peas
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
Press Lever down to begin COOKMode. Immediately add oil to
the Inner Pot and allow it to heat for 1 minute. 
Sauté scallions and garlic for 2 minutes. Add remaining ingredients,
stirring well to combine. Cover and cook for 17 minutes. If Control
has not switched to WARMMode, do it manually. 
Allow to stand on WARMfor 5 minutes. 
Stir browned layer into the remaining rice and serve immediately. 
Makes 3 cups
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PREPARING FOODYour new FARBERWARE
® NutriSteam™ Rice Cooker/ Food Steamer
is very versatile and can do much more than steam vegetables and
cook rice. Of course, it steams fresh and frozen vegetables perfectly
and cooks long-grain white rice and brown rice just right. But it
also cooks legumes and grains for vegetarian main dishes, makes
rich and hearty soups and cooks meat, poultry, fish and seafood
into delicious dishes.
Choose from many tasty, easy-to-prepare healthful main-dish
recipes created especially for use with the FARBERWARE
®
NutriSteam™ Rice Cooker/ Food Steamer. Use these recipes as a
guide to adapt your own favorite recipes calling for similar
ingredients and to follow when using this multi-purpose appliance.TYPES OF COOKINGChoose among several methods of cooking with your
FARBERWARE
® NutriSteam™ Rice Cooker/ Food Steamer.
• Steaming: Food is cooked in the Steamer Insert above a boiling
liquid like water or broth for a prescribed amount of time.
• Boiling/Simmering: Food is cooked in water or broth for a
prescribed amount of time using HIGH (COOK) Mode or LOW
(ON/WARM) Mode.
• Sautéing: Food is cooked quickly in oil, melted butter or
margarine and stirred occasionally until browned.
• Braising: Food is lightly browned as in sautéing, and then a
liquid is added and Cover is used. 
						

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
STEAMING FOODGENERAL INFORMATIONKeep the Cover on while cooking or steaming food, unless the
recipe or chart specially calls for removing it. By removing the
Cover unnecessarily, you lose steam and valuable time. If you
must remove it to stir or to add an ingredient, have the Rice
Paddle or ingredient ready, add it, stir quickly and just as
quickly replace the Cover.STEAMING INSTRUCTIONSMeasure appropriate amount of water or broth into the Inner
Pot. Place food to be steamed directly into the Steamer Insert
and place it in the Inner Pot. Some recipes, especially those for
cooking fish or other fragile items, call for lining the Steamer
Insert with lettuce or spinach leaves. This method of cooking
also helps keep food from sticking to the Steamer Insert. 
Place the Inner Pot with the Steamer Insert into the Main
Housing, place the Cover over the Steamer Insert, and then plug
into electrical wall outlet.
Push Lever down to begin COOK Mode.
Since the times in the following vegetable steaming charts are
approximate, use them as a guide only. The size and shape of
vegetables as well as personal taste may call for adjustments. If
you want softer vegetables, add more water and steam for
additional time. Do not allow the liquid in the Inner Pot to 
boil dry.
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Wild rice is very expensive and strong-flavored. This recipe uses
a packaged mix that combines wild and white rice with herbs
and spices.
The affordable combination of rices and the addition of dried
fruits make this recipe a perfect low-priced accompaniment for
your favorite pork or poultry dishes.Fruity Long-Grain and Wild Rice2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 package (6 oz.) long-grain and wild rice mix
1 tablespoon blanched slivered almonds
3 cups water
2 tablespoons raisins
6 dried apricots, diced
3 pitted prunes, diced
Press Lever down to begin COOKMode. Immediately add butter
or margarine to the Inner Pot and heat until it is melted. 
Sauté rices and almonds for 2 minutes. Add the contents of the
flavor packet and remaining ingredients, stirring well to combine.
Cover and cook for only 30 minutes; DO NOT WAIT until
Control switches to WARMMode. 
Stir well and serve immediately. 
Makes approximately 3 cups 
						

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FRESH VEGETABLE STEAMING CHARTVegetable Amount Water Cook Time
Artichoke, Whole 2 medium 2-1/2 cups 44-46 min.
Asparagus 3/4 lb. (15 spears) 1-1/2 cups 12-14 min.
Broccoli 1/2 lb. (2” florets, 1” stems) 1-1/2 cups 13-16 min.
Brussels Sprouts 12 oz. 2-1/2 cups 17-19 min.
Cabbage 2 lb. (quartered) 2-1/2 cups 29-31 min.
Carrots 3 medium (1/2” slices) 1-1/2 cups 14-16 min.
Cauliflower 3/4 lb. (3” florets) 1-1/2 cups 17-19 min.
Corn-On-The-Cob 3 small ears 1-1/2 cups 15-17 min.
Green Beans, Whole 1/2 lb. (tips removed) 1-1/2 cups 13-15 min.
Peas 1/2 lb. (3/4 cup) 1-1/2 cups 8-10 min.
Potatoes: All-Purpose 4 (5 to 6 oz. each) 2-1/2 cups 40-42 min.
New 6 (4 oz.) 3 cups 33-36 min.
Sweet Potato 4 (6 oz. each) 2-1/2 cups 36-38 min.
Spinach 1/2 lb. leaves & stems 1-1/2 cups 10-12 min.FROZEN VEGETABLE STEAMING CHARTVegetable Amount Water Cook Time
Asparagus 1 package (10 oz.) 3/4 cup 12-14 min.
Broccoli (Spears) 1 package (10 oz.) 3/4 cup 12-14 min.
Brussels Sprouts 1 package (10 oz.) 3/4 cup 14-16 min.
Carrots, Sliced 1 package (10 oz.) 3/4 cup 11-13 min.
Cauliflower 1 package (10 oz.) 3/4 cup 13-14 min.
Corn, Whole Kernels 1 package (10 oz.) 3/4 cup 7 - 9 min.
Green Beans:
Whole 1 package (10 oz.) 3/4 cup 9-11 min.
French-Cut 1 package (10 oz.) 3/4 cup 8-10 min.
Green Peas 1 package (10 oz.) 3/4 cup 7-9 min.
Lima Beans 1 package (10 oz.) 3/4 cup 11-13 min.
Spinach, Whole Leaf 1 package (10 oz.) 3/4 cup 10-12 min.
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Using a box of yellow rice mix in this paella taste-alike offers
you an affordable alternative to saffron, the world’s most
expensive spice.Seafood Valencia2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 medium onion, chopped 
1/2 cup chopped red pepper
1 box (7.5 ounces) yellow rice mix
3 cups water
1/2 dozen cherrystone clams, scrubbed
1/2 dozen mussels, scrubbed
6 - 8 large shrimp, left in shell
1/2 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, unthawed
Press Lever down to begin COOKMode. Immediately add oil
to the Inner Pot and allow it to heat for 1 minute. 
Sauté garlic and onion for 2 minutes. Add peppers and 
sauté 2 more minutes. Add rice, water and contents of the
flavor packet to the Cooker, and stir well to combine. 
Cover and cook for 10 minutes. Remove Cover; stir well, and
place seafood and peas on top of the rice. Cover and cook for
7 minutes. About 3/4 cup of liquid should be left at the end of
the cook time. Do not cook dry. 
Serve immediately.
Makes 3 servings 
						

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This creamy and rich rice and pasta combination is a great
accompaniment to poultry or meat; or serve with vegetables as
a delicious vegetarian meal.Risotto2 tablespoons olive oil
3 scallions, chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
3-1/2 cups chicken broth
1 FARBERWARE
®Measuring Cup long-grain rice
1/2 FARBERWARE®Measuring Cup orzo pasta
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley
Press Lever down to begin COOKMode. Immediately add oil
to the Inner Pot and allow it to heat for 1 minute. 
Sauté scallions and garlic for 2 minutes. Add remaining
ingredients, stirring well to combine. Cover and cook just until
Control switches to WARMMode. 
Stir and serve immediately.
Makes 3 cups
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COOKING RICEGENERAL INFORMATIONRice is grown on marshy land that floods easily. It does not need to
be milled or ground; only the outer husks must be removed,
leaving behind what is known as brown or whole rice, the most
nutritious of rices.
Information has recently been published about more healthful ways
to eat, by consuming less fat, less protein and more complex
carbohydrates in our diets. Because brown rice is about 8%
protein, 87% carbohydrates and almost no fat, it is a perfect
ingredient in a healthful diet.
Because rice is a valuable source of carbohydrates, it is starchy by
nature. To obtain fluffier, less starchy rice, you can rinse the rice
before cooking. But by rinsing or soaking the rice, you lose some of
the vitamins, which are water soluble. Therefore, rinsing or soaking
rice is not recommended because of the nutrient loss.TYPES OF RICEBrown Rice - Contains more vitamin B complex, iron and calcium
and takes longer to cook (about 50 minutes) than white rice. Its
flavor is nutty and its texture is chewy. (See cooking chart on 
page 10.)
White Rice- Includes several kinds of white rice, most of which
can be prepared in your FARBERWARE
® NutriSteam™ Rice
Cooker/ Food Steamer. (See cooking chart on page 10.)
Long-Grain Rice - Less starchy than short-grain rice, so it separates
into individual grains more than short-grain rice.
Short-Grain Rice- More moist and tender than long-grain rice. It
has a softer texture and starchier flavor.
White rice will take about 20-25 minutes to cook, (brown rice
approximately 50 minutes). When rice is done, the FARBERWARE
®
NutriSteam™ Rice Cooker/ Food Steamer will automatically go into
the WARMMode and the AMBER ON/WARMLight will go on.
Allow rice to stand on WARMfor 10 to 15 minutes to ensure fluffy
rice. You can keep cooked rice on the WARMsetting for several
hours without the taste of the rice being affected. Do not remove
Cover until ready to serve. The Inner Pot remains very hot after
cooking or keeping warm. Use a pot holder when handling.