{"id":476,"date":"2026-06-01T22:02:28","date_gmt":"2026-06-01T21:02:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ricecookers.co.uk\/?page_id=476"},"modified":"2026-06-01T22:02:29","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T21:02:29","slug":"how-to-cook-rice-and-red-cargo-rice-together-in-a-rice-cooker-perfect-ratios-timing","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ricecookers.co.uk\/index.php\/how-to-cook-rice-and-red-cargo-rice-together-in-a-rice-cooker-perfect-ratios-timing\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Cook Rice and Red Cargo Rice Together in a Rice Cooker (Perfect Ratios + Timing)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

(Thai Wholegrain Blend)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mixing white rice with red cargo rice gives you a fragrant, colourful, slightly chewy blend that\u2019s packed with nutrients. Red cargo rice is the wholegrain version of jasmine rice \u2014 it cooks slower and absorbs more water, but with the right ratio and cooking mode, your rice cooker handles both grains perfectly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This guide gives you the exact water measurements<\/strong>, settings<\/strong>, and timing<\/strong> that work in any rice cooker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2b50 Why Mix Rice and Red Cargo Rice?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
    \n
  • Beautiful red\u2011and\u2011white colour contrast<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Nutty, aromatic flavour<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Higher fibre and antioxidants<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Chewy, satisfying texture<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Works with Thai curries, stir\u2011fries, and bowls<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • One\u2011pot convenience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    \ud83e\udd63 Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    For a standard batch:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \n
    • 1 cup white jasmine rice<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 1 cup red cargo rice<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 2 \u00be cups water<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Optional:\n
        \n
      • \u00bd tsp salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • 1 tbsp oil or coconut oil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        \ud83d\udccf Perfect Ratio<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Red cargo rice absorbs more water and cooks slower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        1 cup jasmine + 1 cup red cargo rice \u2192 2 \u00be cups water<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        If you double the recipe, scale everything proportionally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        \ud83c\udf73 Step\u2011by\u2011Step Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        1. Rinse both grains<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Rinse until the water runs mostly clear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        2. Add both grains to the rice cooker<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Mix them together in the inner pot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        3. Add water<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Use 2 \u00be cups<\/strong> for the 2\u2011cup grain mix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        4. Add salt or oil (optional)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Oil helps keep the grains separate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        5. Choose the right cooking mode<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Use one of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          \n
        • Brown Rice<\/strong> (best \u2014 ensures red cargo rice softens fully)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Mixed Grain<\/strong> (excellent choice)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • White Rice<\/strong> (works, but red cargo rice will be firmer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          6. Let it rest for 10\u201315 minutes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

          Red cargo rice finishes steaming during resting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          7. Fluff and serve<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

          Use a rice paddle to separate the grains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          \ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Texture Adjustments<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          Softer red cargo rice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

          Add +\u00bc cup water<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Firmer, drier mix<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

          Reduce water by 2 tbsp<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          More wholegrain flavour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

          Use 1 cup jasmine + 1 \u00bd cups red cargo rice<\/strong> (add +\u00bc cup water).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          More jasmine aroma<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

          Use 1 \u00bd cups jasmine + 1 cup red cargo rice<\/strong> (no extra water needed).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          \ud83c\udf3f Variations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          Thai\u2011Inspired<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
            \n
          • Add coconut oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Serve with green curry or grilled chicken<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            Healthy Wholegrain Style<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
              \n
            • Add olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Serve with roasted vegetables or salmon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              Aromatic Version<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
                \n
              • Add a pandan leaf during cooking<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Remove before serving<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                \ud83c\udf5b What to Serve It With<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
                  \n
                • Thai curries<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Stir\u2011fried vegetables<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Grilled chicken<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Salmon bowls<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Spicy Thai salads<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Everyday meals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                  The aromatic, slightly chewy texture works beautifully with bold flavours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  \ud83d\udee0\ufe0f Troubleshooting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                  Rice is too sticky<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                  Reduce water by 2\u20133 tbsp next time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  Red cargo rice is too firm<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                  Add \u00bc cup water and leave on \u201cKeep Warm\u201d for 10 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  White jasmine is undercooked<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                  Stir, add 2 tbsp water, and run a short cycle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  \u2705 Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                  Jasmine + red cargo rice is a fragrant, nutritious wholegrain blend that works perfectly in a rice cooker. It\u2019s ideal for curries, bowls, stir\u2011fries, and anyone who wants aroma with added fibre and colour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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