Buffalo IH Stainless Steel Rice Cooker - 5 Cups (BRC03)
Buffalo IH Stainless Steel Rice Cooker - 5 Cups (BRC03)
Achieve perfectly even results with the advanced Buffalo IH Smart Cooker. This 5-cup model brings the same powerful Induction Heating (IH) and innovative Boilsteam technology as our popular 10-cup model, in a compact size ideal for singles, couples, and smaller households.
The heart of this appliance is its durable, 100% food-grade 304 stainless steel inner pot, ensuring your food is always free from chemical nonstick coatings. From flawlessly cooked grains to soups and steamed dishes, its versatile functions make it an indispensable tool for any modern kitchen.
What's Included
- Buffalo IH Smart Cooker
- Stainless Steel Inner Pot (5-Cup)
- Stainless Steel Steamer Basket
- Rice Ladle
- Measuring Cup (160ml)
- Australian Power Cord
In-Depth Australian Review
Key Features
- Compact 5-Cup Size: Cooks up to 5 cups of uncooked rice — the right capacity for singles, couples, and smaller households.
- Induction Heating (IH): Powerful induction technology heats the entire pot from all sides, ensuring every grain of rice is cooked evenly.
- Boilsteam Technology: A two-step process that boils then steams rice in the stainless steel steamer basket, with Standard and Advanced BoilSteam modes.
- Healthy Stainless Steel Cooking: Inner pot and steamer basket made from uncoated food-grade 304 stainless steel.
- Versatile Menu Functions: Normal Rice (Fast / Slow / Crusted), BoilSteam Rice, Congee, Soup, Steam, Stew, Braise, Reheat, and Warm.
- Total User Control: 24-hour preset timer with a responsive touch panel and adjustable keep-warm (40–98°C) after cooking.
- Easy to Clean: All major components can be taken out for cleaning and are easy to reinstall.
- Certified for Australia: Supplied with an Australian power plug and SAA approval.
Does Rice Stick to a Stainless Steel Inner Pot?
Uncoated stainless steel needs one extra step: when cooking finishes, leave the rice on Keep Warm for 10–15 minutes, then fluff it through from the bottom. Rice left unstirred on Keep Warm dries at the base and sticks — fluffed first, it keeps warm for hours without sticking. See our user guide for ratios and cooking times.
Care Instructions
- The stainless steel inner pot, steamer basket, and removable inner lid are dishwasher safe.
- Wipe the exterior and interior with a damp cloth. Do not submerge the main unit.
About Buffalo
Originating from Taiwan in the 1950s, Buffalo specialises in stainless steel cookware. While My Cookware Australia® primarily focuses on Japanese and Korean brands, Buffalo is included for customers who prefer durable, uncoated stainless steel over nonstick surfaces.
Specifications
| Brand | Buffalo |
| Model | BRC03 (QS-IH25UT) |
| Capacity | 0.8–0.9 L (rice) · 2.5 L (water) · 5 cups |
| Heating Method | Induction Heating (IH) |
| Power | 1300W |
| Voltage | 220–240V (Australian standard) |
| Dimensions | Approx. 24.5 x 28 x 20.5 cm |
| Inner Pot Material | 304 Stainless Steel |
| Certification | SAA Certified |
| Country of Origin | Made in China |
User Guide
- A User's Guide to Stainless Steel Rice Cookers — ratios, cooking times and how to stop rice sticking.
