Rice Hygiene 101: Benefiting from Jc-Unitec's MJP Rice Washer

The following blog discusses how JC Uni-tec’s MJP Rice Washer can be an invaluable tool in cooking rice.

Rice is one of the world’s largest cereal grain produce. As a matter of fact, it is a staple in the cuisines of many nations—particularly in the Eastern region where rice cultivation has been commonplace for the past couple thousands of years. This is seen alongside the increasing popularity of Chinese and Japanese fares in the west, leading more Americans to cook rice in their own homes.

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But cooking rice is not as easy as it seems. There are particular guidelines in the preparation of rice for cooking, including meticulous pre-washing. In the advent of technology, however, what has previously been a manual task can now be conveniently performed through an effective mechanical system.

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In this respect, JC Uni-tec’s MJP Rice Washer does more than just clean the rice. It also brings the following benefits, some of which may prove worthwhile to the already shrewd homemaker:

• Flavor enhancement. When washing rice, some mucus are left in the fluid, causing it to be reabsorbed as the rice is further rinsed in the wash water. To avoid this, MJP Rice Washer is specifically designed to immediately dispose the contaminated wash water, keeping the flavor unsullied and thus making the cooked rice richer and more flavorful.
• Water conservation. The system’s washing cycle consumes only three to five times the volume of water, just equivalent to the amount of rice being washed.
• Time conservation. Washing cycles only last for an average of five minutes.
• Electricity conservation. The process does not entail any electricity as the system only makes use of water pressure.
• Ease in operation. The contraption only requires basic assembly know-how, with unsophisticated parts and straightforward set-up instructions.

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For more information on JC Uni-tec’s cutting-edge kitchen technologies, visit JCUnitec.com.

Visual gastronomics: Japanese cuisine in anime

Anime is as distinctive a cultural facet of modern Japan as its cuisine has been in the course of human history. Interestingly, Japan has a knack for fusing cultural elements into their modern advances; that is why somehow, Japanese cooking has found its way into the fairly recent anime craze.

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The following enumerates some Japanese delicacies that have become commonplace in some eminent anime shows:

• Omurice, Hanasuka Iroha. Omurice, the universal Japanese comfort food, is a contemporary fusion cuisine consisting of fried rice wrapped in omelette topped with an abundant amount of ketchup. In an episode of the series Hanasuka Iroha, the dish became a matter of dispute among the characters when it was nowhere to be found in their menu. It just goes to show how popular this dish is not just in real life, but also in the animated world.

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• Ramen, Naruto. The ever-ubiquitous ramen is the favorite food of the immensely popular ninja, Naruto Uzumaki. In the series, Naruto is portrayed to have an insatiable appetite for the dish. The association became so widespread that in real life, a New York noodle shop was eventually named “Naruto Ramen.”

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• Dorayaki, Doraemon. The confection, which the iconic character seemingly worships, has been frequently used as a plot device throughout the series. The robotic cat usually falls for anything that baits him with dorayaki—sometimes leading to catastrophic (albeit hilarious) results.

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• Onigiri, Just about any anime. This might as well be a staple food in Japan’s animated world. Apart from being the typical meal, these rice balls are the characters’ go-to food in times of distress. They also lend themselves well to romantic scenes—sometimes providing a central segue in the development of the love story.

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JC Uni-tec has been the leading provider of Japanese kitchen and culinary materials to the American market since its establishment in 1990. Learn more about the company by visiting JCUnitec.com.

JC Uni-tec and the warm towel: Using “oshibori” outside the restaurant

The team behind JC Uni-tec knows that the warmth of a clean and heated towel on the skin before or after dining brings much comfort to the diners. Towel warmers are products that can provide such luxury. Towel warmers also expand the practice of using warm towels outside the confines of Japanese restaurants.

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Using warm towels originated from the Japanese tradition of using “oshibori” or wet towels to clean the hands before meals. Others use the towels on their faces. Over the years, this Japanese practice has evolved and has become famous in other sectors where the practice varies.


Many Western restaurants offer heated wet towels before and after meals to clean the fingers and the mouth.

JC Uni-tec is a distributor of unique culinary equipment useful in preparing Japanese dishes. Among its products are vegetable slicers and sake warmers.

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Warm towels are also used by hotel guests to warm up after a shower or bath. Towel warming machines are best in warming and drying wet towels, preparing them for the next use.


Several airlines give their first-class passengers warm towels immediately after takeoff. For longer flights, attendants also provide wet towels after a meal or just moments prior to landing.


Warm towels are traditionally 100 percent cotton and are simply moistened with water. Some put lemon juice extracts on them for an added fragrance and for cleaning purposes. Others just put cleaning agents on them like alcohol.

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JC Uni-tec also offers consultations services. For more details about the company, visit www.jcuni-tec.com.

JC Uni-tec’s JPC 1000 rice cooker: Saving energy while maintaining rice quality

In 1990, JC Uni-tec opened its doors to the American market by offering Japanese kitchen products and culinary equipment that are one of a kind.

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Japanese cuisine is said to be about the combination of gohan (white rice) with one or several okazu (side dishes). With its prevalence in Japanese meals, even rice is being handled and cooked by the Japanese with utmost care and delicacy, in order for it to have the flavor and consistency fit for their acquired taste.


Using the JPC 1000 for Japanese-inspired rice


Professional cooks, restaurant owners, and even ordinary people who want to cook Japanese-inspired rice can now do so by using the newest product of JC Uni-tec, the JPC 1000 gas rice pressure cooker.

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The JPC 1000 boasts of the following qualities:

- Extremely effective for high altitude area cooking
- Extremely effective in a low temperature environment
- Has the cooking capacity of 6.6 to 15.4 lbs. (3.0 to 7.0 kg.)


The cooker uses higher steaming heat and pressure, making rice cook faster. With this technology, energy consumption is lessened without comprising the taste and consistency of cooked rice.

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Aside from having quality and energy-saving technology, the JPC 1000 gas rice pressure cooker also offers the versatility of cooking various rice including wild rice, brown rice, and the variety of long, medium, and short grain rice.


JC Uni-tec’s products are engineered by experts with quality, safety, and convenience in mind. For more about its products, visit its website.

JC Uni-tec: Merging art and technology in the kitchen

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Preparing Japanese dishes entails careful preparation to preserve the flavors of the dish. With the help of Japanese kitchen equipment distributor JC Uni-tec, preserving the delicate flavors of Japanese food can be achieved in less time, with little effort.

As more people are gradually changing their lifestyle and making “eating healthy” a priority, particular focus has been placed on Japanese food because of its emphasis on healthier ingredients. According to Michelle Powell-Smith, eHow contributor, with the rise of the popularity of Japanese cuisine, people are also starting to purchase the latest kitchen equipment for faster cooking and preparation. Typical kitchen appliances needed in preparing and cooking Japanese dishes include pressure cookers for rice and vegetables, and sushi showcases as Japanese food is not only about freshness but also presentation.

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At JC Uni-tec, home and restaurant owners can get hold of innovative and well-crafted kitchen equipment that have cutting edge technology and easy-to-operate features. These products preserve the art and taste of Japanese cuisine with the efficiency and time-saving amenities needed for modern-day cooking. Each unit is engineered by the delicate hands of experts who have decades of experience in manufacturing such equipment.

JC Uni-tec has grown to not only provide high quality kitchen equipment, but also to offer consulting services for safety and sanitation certification. To know more about its innovative kitchen appliances and other services, contact the company at (310) 323-5299 or visit www.jcunitec.com.

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Something fishy: JC Uni-tec and the best fishes for sushi

Among JC Uni-tec, Inc’s top-quality culinary products are sushi showcases that look good in any Japanese restaurant. Any entrepreneur aspiring to serve sushi to eager customers ought to have more than just high-class equipment, though. Proprietors must possess knowledge about their products and the services they offer. In this case, the owner of a sushi restaurant should at least know the best fish to use for the dish, because customers deserve only the freshest, tastiest, and the most flavorful slices set on their table.

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Sushi is essentially the reflection of the Japanese people’s fused ties with the earth and the sea. The prevalence of sushi-related products like those from JC Uni-tec, Inc attests to the dish’s popularity especially in its home country. Apart from its cultural significance, it mirrors the Japanese’s attention to detail, manifested in the choice of specific fishes to roll in rice and nori. The six most popular fishes used to make sushi are:



• Bluefin tuna is a constant favorite of the Japanese. There are three basic cuts used for sushi: Akami or the back of the fish; Chutoro, found in the belly and with a very rich taste, and; Otoro, the fattiest part of the belly.

• Big-eye tuna is smaller than the Bluefin, and has a milder flavor.

• Yellowfin tuna is also smaller than the Bluefin and is found in tropical waters. It has a mild flavor but firm texture.

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• The Red snapper has a mild and delicate taste, but possesses great texture.

• Japanese yellowtail or Hamachi has a buttery texture, and a nice bold flavor with a tangy finish.

• Salmon has a rich and flavorful taste. However, it must be flash-frozen before being served.

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More information about JC Uni-tec, Inc and its products is available at www.jcuni-tec.com.

JC Uni-Tec: Uncovering the benefits of brown rice

Companies like JC Uni-Tec--a distributor of Japanese food service-kitchen equipment, have a firm grasp of how significant brown rice is in the diet of many rice eaters worldwide.

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The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition published a study conducted by Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women's Hospital. It emphasized on eating whole grains, like brown rice, to maintain an ideal body weight. Furthermore, the study also stated that choosing white rice over brown rice resulted to weight gain.


The wonder of this simple food is more than what meets the eye. Although this staple food is not as appealing as it looks, it’s packed with nutritional benefits. Kitchen distributors like JC Uni-Tec, provider of food safety and sanitation consultancy and certification to restaurants and businesses, understands this and the reasons people should start eating brown rice.

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Some of these notable reasons are as follows:



1. A cup of brown rice provides an ample amount of the daily value for manganese.


2. Brown rice is filled with fiber and selenium.


3. Whole brown rice contains the kind of oil that lowers cholesterol.


4. Daily intake of brown rice decreases the risk of having high blood pressure.



JC Uni-Tec materializes for its customers the Japanese’s love for rice. This is seen in the company’s rice-related equipment.

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