Rice Cooker Meals For Van Life Travel | Solo Female Van Life Tips

[@paigeresch9338]

There is a magnet that holds the pot and heating element together, but you need enough weight and for the pot to not get too hot. That's how it works for rice: when the water evaporates, the pot and magnet get hotter and the magnet weakens, so it flips to warm to not burn the rice. Clamping the button down is a nice workaround if you're going to pay close attention, but it's not built to stay well above 100C for very long

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much for sharing all this information! 🙏🙏

[@HannahMitchell-Art]

Mind blown! Who knew the humble rice cooker was so versatile!

[@eucalyptdesigns]

I know right! 😅 Thanks so much for watching 🙏

[@mjc63]

Look at that pot boil - definitely need the lid to make it work, and for safety! Cheers, Michael Albuquerque NM USA

[@DURRIESVISION]

Hi there, i have an off grid lifestyle so have tried all the different ways of cooking. Love my Kmart rice cooker, youtube has some gr8 recipes to follow. I have tried heaps. My fav is simply special fried rice for one: 1/2 cup rice ( let soak for 30 mins then rinse ) Place in bottom of rice cooker. Then in a clock formation around edge place the following: aprox 1/2 cup amounts - frozen peas - fine chopped carrot - chopped spring onion - fresh or canned corn - diced red / green capsicum - diced ham , torizo, or some canned tuna / pink salmon - soy sauce, sesame oil, oyster sauce - 1 cup chicken stock / broth - get a tomato remove core and cut skin on top , place tomato in middle of all the veg. Set cooking, when it stops / pops, remove skin on tomato and chop up. - in a mug beat 1 large or 2 small eggs and pour over all the cooked rice and veg mix. Place lid back on and wait 5 mins. Chop egg into rice/ veg mix and stir thru. Serve and enjoy.....yummy You can play with ingredients to suit yourself.... Takes about 30 mins to cook and ready to eat. Cheers Rick PS - to add i place a folded up tea towel over steam hole in lid to catch the steam so you dont get moisture over everything..... just a little tip..😁👍

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Oh wow thanks so much for sharing all of this! 🙏 I will definately give this a go! 😃

[@mccleslie13]

Hi Christie! This was my first video for you. What a lovely vibe ☺ and also, I learned some new tricks with a rice cooker as well! Thank you 😍

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Oh welcome to the channel! Thanks so much for watching and your positive feedback 🙏🙏🤗

[@susanrockliff2182]

Hi, I have just seen your videos for the first time today and I find them very enjoyable. Van life, cooking in a van, travelling, art and conservation are all things I love. A big thumbs up and a new subscriber from me. I also find your videography easy on the eye. It wont be long and you will have a big following. Thanks for sharing.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Oh thank you so much for all of this feedback 🙏 Welcome to the channel! I'm glad you are enjoying all of the content 🤗

[@lisar1938]

Nice ideas

[@AbbieBrisha]

Kmart has mini versions of the rice cooker and also a mini airfryer and mini grill and mini waffle maker. Very little power draw, doesn’t need much space and perfect for 1 person meals. They work really well. The mini rice cooker is also great for oats, noodles and for scrambled eggs 😊

[@eucalyptdesigns]

I wanted the mini rice cooker so bad, it looked so cute haha! But they didnt have it at the KMart I was at 😞 But damn I didn't realise they had all these other things, I'm going to have to make some room for all these new gadgets!! 😂 Thanks so much for the tips!! 🙏🙏

[@AbbieBrisha]

@@eucalyptdesignsmaybe make some click and collect online order or get them delivered? Other places have these mini appliances too. The rice cooker needs a certain amount of weight inside the bowl to work, which is easier to achieve in the mini when cooking for just 1-2 people I found. Quinoa, beans and lentils in the mini rice cooker are also good if you like them. 😊

[@eucalyptdesigns]

@@AbbieBrisha Ooooooh of course yes you are so right, the mini rice cooker would sort out the weight issue for me! 🙏🙏 Thanks so much for all your advice, greatly appreciated!!❤

[@hol119]

I have the mini one and I use it for noodles as well. So easy 🎉 And so great for the van. We’ve been travelling in ours for about 18months now

[@eucalyptdesigns]

@@hol119 thanks so much for sharing 🙏 I love to hear what works for everyone doing this lifestyle! 🤗

[@kendog53]

Should be able to turn on cook, it will go to warm when hot. Leave on warm 20-30 minutes. And repeat whole procedure once. Result... perfect cake

[@martykong3592]

: ) WOW ! THANKS MUCH for sharing and I have had a rice cooker forever, since my daughters had insisted I get one as Mr Mom : ) They LOVE their rice, but never thought of your recipe and casseroles ? : ) ALL the BEST and Cheers from Upper Left USA ! : )

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Helloooo to the USA! Very glad I have been able to inspiire you with some ideas 🤗 Thank you for watching!🙏

[@maurac953]

Thanks for the video! I, took love my rice cooker! I always thought it was a one-hit wonder (I like multitaskers) but then I discovered rice cooker recipes. Game changer! I regularly make rice pilaf by adding tomatoes, chopped onions, herbs and dry veggie soup stock (Vegeta) in with the rice and water. When it's cooked, I add some feta cheese, stir, and have a fancy side dish for dinner. I've also made rice with chicken (I've used tofu instead, too), chopped veggies (chard, broccoli, carrots, etc), soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, and a dash of sugar. (I added the sauce components to the rice and water and put the protein and veggies on top, not stirred in.) It is a really quick, hands-off lunch that's delicious and filling. We aren't full-time travelers (right now) but if we go back on the road next June, the rice cooker is coming with me. :-)

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much for sharing all of this! Now my mouth is watering 😅🙏

[@geraldinelucas3143]

Recipes for rice cookers unlimited in Pinterest, I would put a section of paper towel under the lid to catch the moisture drops. You could always add dry fruit and nuts to vary the taste of your cake. This would be great for widows we have cooked large meals the nest is empty now I am going to try a lot of these rice cooker recipes.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much for sharing this information 🙏 I'm so excited to keep trying new things in it 😃

[@BibiProvenceBBSmoothMusic]

I bought myself a mini one for when camping, love it baking bacon and eggs, making porridge, cakes etc... i took a piece of gorilla tape to strap it down when it pops up. Only 200 watts! You can even make popcorn in it. Line it with baking paper. Like you did your cake! Love your channel ❤

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much for sharing and supporting the channel! 🙏🤗

[@BibiProvenceBBSmoothMusic]

@@eucalyptdesigns yw 🙏🌻

[@dianeanstis5303]

“Once the rice absorbs all the water in the pan, the temperature will start to rise. The rice cooker senses this change and will either switch off or switch to a warming cycle. At this point, the rice has finished cooking and entered the resting stage.” I never knew you could cook more things than just rice! 🎉

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Ohhhhhhh I see, thanks so much for explainig this! Yes neither did I 😅 I like to experient so I will keep seeing what wonderful things I can create haha

[@kimhannan6162]

I have the 3.5 litre instant pot,, it can be used in different modes,it’s a 700 watts , works perfect with my power station

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Oh my gosh, I just Googled it. Looks like I will be upgrading already! Haha thanks so much 🙏🙏

[@dawnhertz1014]

What brand is it?

[@Suzco123]

Really helpful to know. Thank you 👍

[@kimhannan6162]

@@dawnhertz1014 it’s Instantpot,

[@lemonteapot1061]

I have an instant pot but I’ve only used it twice I find it so intimidating 😂

[@ratawai]

Interesting and informative. My kind of Sheila. Kiwi Tim

[@suerolfe9451]

Hi, meant to say, following you from England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 😊

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Oh wow England! Goodness I am reaching global 😅🙌

[@tammygrooms5120]

I believe that your cooker kept going to warm because of temperature. My understanding is that the temperature at the bottom of the cooker determines the cook mode and since your cake is dense, it was probably holding more heat than grains would. It would cook through just fine on warm it would just take a little longer. First time viewer and enjoyed to video :)

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much for sharing this 🙏 You're right, it does seem to still cook OK on warm. Thanks so much for the positive feedback 🤗

[@ajj1758]

Oooh how exciting, new toys. Some lovely creations you've made here, especially Ur beautiful artwork. U really r living Ur best life and its wonderful to see

[@eucalyptdesigns]

100% so exciting 😃 Thanks so much for the kind words 🙏 yes definately out here living my best life 🤗

[@AlisaDowellRadiantRefresh]

That’s awesome what you can do with a rice cooker!

[@lynnemarie7885]

As a celiac, it‘s so nice to see gluten free van life content! (New sub from me🌻) I

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Welcome! Thanks so much for the support, I'm so glad you are finding the conent helpful 🤗

[@Shantelle6253]

My number one used appliance in my Campervan is my Dash mini rice cooker. I've been full time for almost 3 years and I've made so many cozy meals in it. I have the whole fleet of mini appliances by Dash in here 😂

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Oh that's awesome, thanks so much for sharing!🙏

[@Sandi-pd7vn]

Cook it button down when it pops up wait 20min repeat 3 times cake corn bread etc will be done you can make meat loaf use thermometer

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much for this! 🙏

[@gkreyl8700]

Kmart rice cookers are just as good as expensive ones. I love mine. If ever it doesn't work, make sure the bowl is baclanced properly. I'm going to try your risotto, didnt know you could cook other things in it. thanks for sharing.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thank you for the feedback, yes I think I agree! I have been able to also make gnocci in it and cook potatoes for mash whilst steaming vegies on top. It's been such a huge game changer for me 😃 You are very welcome, I'm glad the video has been helpful to you 🤗

[@shirleyfrederickson4794]

Fabulous! I just bought a new rice cooker for the van 😎 New sub!

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Welcome! Thanks so much for subscribing and following along my van life journey 🤗

[@sharonoldham4374]

You can also reheat your leftovers in the rice cooker.

[@Lisa-qe8hw]

I love the instant pot.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Yes someone else just mentioned this one, I'm Googling it now 😃🙏🙏

[@seekingjoynow1722]

I have an Instant Pot. It cooks rice well. Rice cookers are very versatile as well. Glad you are having fun with your rice cooker.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much for sharing 🙏 I will have to investigate these insta pots more, they have been suggested a few times so must be worth the look! ☺

[@MelanieDelacruz-r8g]

I love watching that kind of blogs ✌️🫰😍🤩🥰😘💞🌷

[@rachelkelly7117]

Wow you are talented! Love the painting xx

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Oh thank you so much! ❤🙏

[@andyhallbootdoctornz3991]

The weight needs to be in the rice cooker. When it has water and rice the weight scale in the machine tells it let’s cook as the water evaporates the rice becomes lighter and it knows to switch to stay warm so you need to put a little bit of weight somehow in the middle of the cake mix to keep it on cock. Hope this helps ✌️❤️.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

@@andyhallbootdoctornz3991 thanks so much for this information! 🙏

[@EmmaAmbaan]

I like your video. Got to copy it

[@alisonlulham3033]

I didn't read many comments so may ben repeating here. The Anko only goes for about 12 minutes and then switches to keep warm mode, it is made to cook rice, thats it. When you want to cook longer do this - when it switches to keep warm mode - turn it off at the wall or unplug. turn back on and turn the switch to Cook again. You can keep repeating until your food is cooked. Good luck and enjoy :)

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Ahhhh I see, there has been various reasons provided but this makes sense, thank you!!🤗

[@helenahon690]

When the rice cooker reaches a certain temperature it will turn to keep warm, it has nothing to do with weight, you need to let it cool down a bit to set it to cook mode again. The rice cooker is very versatile, you can make a grill cheese sandwich in it. But put a towel under the lid to catch the condensation so it doesn’t get soggy. You can pan fry things in it too, just remember to use the towel trick to catch the condensation so it won’t splatter. If you like potstickers, you can add a bit of oil to the inner pot, add the frozen dumplings along with about 1/4 cup of water and press cook. Leave it until it turns to warm mode and you’ve got crispy dumplings to eat.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

My goodness thank you so much for all this information! It certainly is versatile, it may become my one cooking device! 😅

[@anitasmith9717]

Thank you for making this I have been waiting to see what you would make in a rice cooker i love using mine at home but its great too see that ill be able to take mine on the road with me. I cannt Waite to see what other healthy food you will make. The juicer is an awsome idea as well bring on the watermelon slushies

[@eucalyptdesigns]

OMG watermelon slushies!! That's my summer sorted 😅🙏 You are so welcome, thanks so much for watching!

[@juliekwok5647]

I went through 4 of those rice cookers constantly returning them after a couple of users each one. So gave up and got a Kambrook. No issues . Great ideas. I didn’t know you could use it for other recipes. Thanks 👍

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Oh thank you for sharing this, yes I think I will be upgrading too now I know how much I love using it 😃

[@victorgomes7585]

Just found your channel through KZbin suggestions. Subscribed. You’re living the life:-)

[@eucalyptdesigns]

@@victorgomes7585 oh great! Welcome to the channel!! Thanks so much for following the journey 🙏🤗

[@soundslikesweeney]

What a delicious array of dishes! I'm inspired now for my own van although I only have 12v so I must do some research on a 12v rice cooker :)

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Oh I'm so glad you've been inspired 🤗

[@zazita7333]

Have you seen the Itaki range, they are Japanese and stainless steel cooking surfaces, low wattage so won't drain the battery. Just Google them, they are sold online. I have a friend who is a gourmet cook and she loves hers and ended up buying the whole range.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much for this 🙏🙏I'm Googling them now!

[@ruby2411]

Once you cook it, the cooker turns into warm mode, hence you cannot start cook, until a certain time when it cools off. All rice cooker are like this.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much for this information! 🙏

[@dawnhertz1014]

I like the music this started off with.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much, it's hard picking what music to use so I appreciate the positive feedback! I now list the songs I use at the end of my descirptions if you wanted to find it ☺

[@kerrijones719]

Yummy food. Very impressive! 😊❤🎉

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much! ☺

[@TheRubeeRose]

ooo this is interesting. I've had a pressure cooker that was multi, in that it did slow cooking, saute, steaming, as well as rice cooking. When using to make rice, I've only ever used it for making a stash of pre-cooked PLAIN rice which I can then heat up later in a m/wave or something. NOW, I'm going to use my pressure cooker / rice cooker bit for not just plain rice! Who knew? I've subscribed. About your cake, couldn't you have used the rice cooker's pot as your mixing dish? And choccy cake with cream or custard is all good too.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much for sharing, I'm so glad this video has been helpful to you! Haha bang on, I had that though after I made the cake, why didn't i just use the cooker bowl 🤦‍♀ 😬 Welcome to the channel! 🙏

[@AllanLodge]

Great stuff Kristie. Looking delish. You won’t know yourself now. 👏👏😁😁 I’m going to predict that moving forward that your jump start ratio is going to directly coincide with your cake baking escapades. 🤪🤣🤣🤣

[@eucalyptdesigns]

😂😂😂 I feel you might be right there Allan🤣

[@reconadventures9257]

Haha was going to say it but you did . Eating like a queen. Next try the kmart air fryer I use that in my van and it's pretty quick and doesn't use much battery

[@Vanlifewithdonna-leighperfect]

Oooh I might try one of those airfryers. I thought it would draw too much power

[@reconadventures9257]

@@Vanlifewithdonna-leighperfect mine draws about 135ah at 180⁰ but only for about 20min so I lose about 10% of battery, so that's not to bad .

[@eucalyptdesigns]

@@reconadventures9257 I actually just saw a tiktok on a new mini airfryer at KMart! Thanks so much for letting us know the power draw down, I think this will be my next purchase 😂

[@Vanlifewithdonna-leighperfect]

@@reconadventures9257 that’s awesome. Thank you ☺️

[@reconadventures9257]

@@eucalyptdesigns no worries. Yeah I think it might be the same one I have . It's a small one I've had it about 5 months now

[@MamaDaisy22]

Love your creation ❤️

[@eucalyptdesigns]

thanks so much! 🙏

[@MamaDaisy22]

@@eucalyptdesigns ❤️❤️❤️

[@rosewelsh4634]

It would be great if you'd film when you cook in the rice cooker and then give us the recipes. There are so few non-Asian rice cooker recipes out there. I've got a few videos to share with you. Also, don't be afraid of the recipes done in a fancy rice cooker You should be able to make them in a cheap one. And be sure to always spray your cooker with a butterish spray. It keeps it from sticking. There is also a silicone round thingy that you can buy that helps with rice and stuff. Because I've been having a helluva time with my posts going away when I go to another tab, I'll post the links in the comments.

[@rosewelsh4634]

DAMN! Looking for a video on a hack I found out the best way to find non-Asian recipes is to search Rice cooker Hacks. Make sure you get a rice cooker with a steamer next time. Its great. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJ2pc6eilNCCqdU kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGW9pX2lnN2ChM0 kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHqwo5Zod66DrJo kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5-xfnSog5apq5o kzbin.info/www/bejne/pWqUmqV7r8xmjMksi=rEjd6Vl4BX-nin4Y kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4ish5qNe6x5Y9ksi=LeeIzdTUTfr7DOpK kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnPLhn2Zjbaqjbcsi=Npw81dlM9MAX-SiX kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKCqhmCYnKeHfJosi=8wwFAMaNDi9V-eL5 kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqilZ3hjr6-Um9ksi=K7fu3fH-Q80iWzR1 Mostly Asian: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKDOg3mVab17fKM Just a few basic rice recipes. Be sure if you use brown rice you modify the time. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqKlgIx6nKuSZ5Isi=_VsgSTFUNsLhiCm2 This one might help you make more pasta dishes in the rice cooker. You may want to check the water amount with the video on how to make spaghetti in a rice cooker. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4iwfaSQeMZ0jqs kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKfWm4hoiLJjmqs kzbin.info/www/bejne/eGSqnaeegbmBa9U kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5DOf6uvdqp-n7c kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGrYf4CBdtqYiZI Not sure if you are a vegetarian, you did use bone broth, so probably not. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nnKtipyZmKuSZ5I kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6a5gqKrf5uFmZI kzbin.info/www/bejne/f16kipmsfZplftk kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZrbaayCn8xmn9k DAMN! I need a better rice cooker: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZrbaayCn8xmn9ksi=kSnWUNihxUOt7Opq kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZ-caoCDf71-l6M kzbin.info/www/bejne/rISbnWiBnth2bNE kzbin.info/www/bejne/kHSXXquilrRmgrM kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGbGf32fiah3oLs AHHHHH, here's how to stir fry stuff before you cook. She must be using the Warm setting. I'd put a lid on to heat up the oil and put the lid on between each addition of something too keep it hot, if the Warm setting doesn't work: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5qyha2lpal8o68 kzbin.info/www/bejne/g4mwpqynl8aredUsi=W6mODHDMpXkoT4KD NO WAY! kzbin.info/www/bejne/g4mwpqynl8aredUsi=W6mODHDMpXkoT4KD Corn Bread with a good hack regarding altitude. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2qpd2Cur5eLa5Y Finally, you should be able to cook almost any Instant Pot recipe in the rice cooker. I've yet to try it but a rice cooker is kind of like a pressure cooker without the pressure. Also, the same goes for the slow cooker. I've not tried that yet either, but it makes sense.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thank you so much for all this information, greatly appreciate you taking the time 🙏☺

[@rosewelsh4634]

@@eucalyptdesigns 😁🥰 No problem at all. I hope you can make more videos of you cooking in the cooker. 🤞

[@rosewelsh4634]

@@eucalyptdesigns Did you remove them from the comments? I can't see them anymore :( .

[@eucalyptdesigns]

@@rosewelsh4634 Oh no I haven't removed any comments, did you post some recipe links?

[@yunz4608]

so happy to see you have more subscribers!! Love your vibe and videos 🥳😍

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Oh thanks so much, yes I'm finally finding my KZbin groove 😅 Greatly appreciate your feedback 🙏🙏🙏

[@oldfarmshow]

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[@kiraku_ni]

I live in Japan now and use the rice cooker everyday. Definitely going to try something out! :D

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Oh so glad this video was helpful to you 🤗 I actually have a trip to Japan booked for next year! Do you have any recommendations of must do/see places??

[@kiraku_ni]

@@eucalyptdesigns Oh really? That's great! I hope you have the best in Japan 😍 It kind of depends on the season you're flying, there's so many great places for every occasion! I used to live in Tokyo for two years but now I'm in Shizuoka in a more rural place. Tokyo is a must see, there you can find anything. If you like tradition and nature, Kyoto, Nara and Hiroshima are great. I think it's also lovely to experience some traditional activity, like a tea ceremony or grinding your own matcha. I think you can do this in Kyoto as well!

[@eucalyptdesigns]

@@kiraku_ni Thank you so much for this advice, greatly appreciate your time 🙏 I will fly into Tokyo so will be able to have a look around there, but it sounds like Kyoto might be more my jam, I definately want to include a tea ceremony! I can't wait to go, thanks so much again 🤗

[@crystaldream1754]

Hi lovely,I just found your channel and subscribed. You're my new favourite artist💯😍 overall I think you're wonderful. I'm an Aussie too❤

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Welcome to the channel! Thank you so much for your kind words 🙏 I love that my channel is finding other likeminded Aussies 🤗

[@penster6741]

I use a 3-4 cup Stainless steel rice cooker it is small but has heaps of settings that might be helpful

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Oooooo I was actually trying to see if there were any stainless steel ones because I don't really like using things with that non-stick stuff on it. Could you please tell me what brand you are using? Thank you!!🙏🙏🙏

[@margiemurray2147]

In the US the Instant Pot comes in different sizes so you can purchase one that would draw less electric from your solar power. The Instant Pot also has different settings such as saute, making yogurt, beans casseroles You can set it and forget it. You wouldn't have to worry about holding anything down to keep it turned on. I love Turtles and that's what drew me to your video. Thanks for sharing

[@eucalyptdesigns]

@@margiemurray2147 Thanks so much for this! I'm going to have to research these Instant Pots, I've had a few people mention them now. I'm so excited at the posibility of what else I can make! Thanks so much for sharing and your positive feedback, greatly appreciate the support 🙏🤗

[@luckydazza1]

These things draw so little power... Great stuff... Hope your channel thrives as much as you are... 💪🙏❤️

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Honestly such a game changer! 😃 Thank you so much, really really appreciate your support 🙏🙏🙏❤

[@CairnsLobster]

cool turtle. Cool food. Real food!

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks Andre ☺

[@CairnsLobster]

Our planet is globally slipping into a health crisis that is going to rock humanity. Thing is eating decently, living life in a healthy way, this is achievable to everyone. If you buy organic, consume in ways that result in metabolic health then happy days! You seem to be metabolically healthy ma'am and in this regard you are a Outlier. But the outliers are important, by that term I mean humans that have chosen to change lifestyle to achieve metabolic health. Industrial foods is the problem. Industrial cooking techniques. These things will rock humanity. I actually just did a Cow Bay video, havent edited it yet the main video but released a sneap peak with the beautiful Tamara from Daintree Siesta talking about her soon to start Forest Bathing experiences, lovely location Cassowaries frequent there, they cook healthy meals, can camp or stay in cabins. I of course mention Dr Tara Swart and Eucalypt Designs I actually got the E.D. in my title! I did footage all the way from Cairns to Cow Bay. I may edit it now, still havent got my new editing software but youcut is ok, its usually the problem I just dont edit properly, I am not good at focussing on that, one day I will outsource it but finding someone, who knows maybe just keep it all a one man show, my videos need to grow I am looking forward to having at times a cameraperson haha that used to be called a cameraman even if it was a female! Andre.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

@@CairnsLobster Yes it's important that the information is out there for people to learn more on ways they can boost their health. Keep it up Andre, your passion comes through in your words, people will find you ☺ Oh I love forest bathing! That is such a great business idea, so beneficial for our health. Haha many thanks for squeezing in a sneeky plug for me again 🙏🙏🙏

[@EYEMISSSEINFELD]

And you said you didn’t like cooking! I reckon if there was a Master Chef competition for contestants to cook on 1000 watt inverters, you’d be a shoe in!!

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Ahahaha love it, lets pitch that idea to Netflix 😂 Yeah I didn't realise how much I actually missed making myself a home cooked meal! 🤗

[@EYEMISSSEINFELD]

Maybe along the lines of channel 7’s My Kitchen Rules, …. My Rice Cooker Rules Each week Contestants will host their fellow contestants and celebrity judges in their van, seat them all (???), cook a three course meal and will be judged on food quality and their ability to problem solve van life dilemmas as they unfold. Stayed tuned for Week 3, when Manu gets served a dodgie curry and sees out the evening on a porta potty

[@lindaheight870]

Who are you playing. I love the music. Enjoyed video as well.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much 🙏 So glad you enjoyed the music, I list songs at the end of the video description but I might move it up higher as I seem to be getting this question a bit ☺ All music is sourced from Artlist - artlist.io/ and this song is called Make It Right from Aves 🤗

[@jeffsadon552]

I drive a charter bus and would like to be able to cook meals on the go

[@Travelbug68]

You’re welcome. 😊💕👍🏽

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Honestly, it's changed my life! 😃🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🤗

[@Travelbug68]

@@eucalyptdesigns it’s so easy isn’t it 😊 one pot and the ideas are endless 💕 I knew you’d appreciate it.. can’t wait to see your meals 🥘🍲

[@teresarobinson4911]

great video wonderful artwork

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much! 🙏🙏🤗

[@suerolfe9451]

Newbie here 😊

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Welcome! Thanks so much for joinging🤗🙏

[@sigma_799]

imagine living in sydney, perth is the goat

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Haha agreed!!

[@Cookboy3857]

nice

[@therestlessnative365]

Great video. I travel in a tiny camper and also babysit my battery. I use a HotLogic mini as a slow cooker - 45 watts. It is wonderful. For the rice cooker, a couple of hacks to mimic the weight of water (which is why it shuts off) is to place a plate on the top with a paper towel to absorb condensation . Also you can wedge something in the switch to keep it on cook mode.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much 🙏🙏 Yes I wound up wedging something in above the button to keep it on cook and it worked a treat 😅

[@barbforbis1260]

I made a few rounds of parchment papers to go on bottom of my rice cooker when baking, and all baked goods never stick anymore. Hope that helps.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much for this 🙏

[@ivanpodres6271]

Rice cooker is pretty low power draw but definitely a pain cutting off like that. A small electric skillet from Amazon draws about 1400-1500 watts but might be quicker 🤔

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Oh wow I didn't know such a thing existed! Unfortunately I can only draw up to 1000W at a time, but I'm gonig to research this to see if I can find one that draws less power 🙏😃

[@irenegrech9963]

I believe it's senses there is no more liquid and it will switch off.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much for the feedback 🙏 This makes sense ☺

[@PulpParadise]

Amazon sells SMALL rice cookers that have significantly less draw than the one you bought off the shelf. They also hold far less food, but that's a good thing when you live in a vehicle by yourself. Your rice cooker isn't staying in cook mode because, apparently, you don't have LifePo batteries that are designed to work with modern electronics and not to cycle the way other batteries do. (This is an assumption based on what I know about batteries and since I've never watched one of you videos before, I don't know the details of your system.) If you do have a LifePo battery, then my next guess would be that you don't have enough power (see my first comment for that). I don't know where you got that "not enough weight" idea from, but I cannot begin to fathom why that would have an impact on whether or not a kitchen appliance actually works correctly or not. I've never seen any kitchen appliance that won't work when it's completely empty, even if there's no reason to run it that way. Anyhow, I hope that helps you fix the problem. I was really hesitant about rice cookers until I started seeing what people were doing with them, but now it's on my Amazon list to add to my own rig. Good to know about baking as well! That I didn't know and it's always good to know different ways to bake. 🙂 The pumpkin risotto looked like it would be yummy as well. As for gluten-free baking, it's really not that hard to make your own mixes and then you can control all of the ingredients yourself and not use pre-packaged food that clearly states just how genetically modified it is on the box (about as close as they'll get to a warning label). I highly recommend giving it a shot. I"m sure you will be pleasantly surprised and you will save money as well. If you find a recipe for g-f flour and you don't like it, simply play around with the ingredients until you find one you do like. There are many grains that are less commonly used that will easily fill the void of wheat in baked goods. Cheers!

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much for all this information, greatly appreciate you taking the time to help 🙏🙏

[@yipyanyee]

Hi love your video, thanks for sharing! Your music in the vid is great ! Can you share the name of the song ? Thank you!

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much 🙏🙏 Yes sure! the artist is Aves and the song is Make It Right. If you like future songs I list the music in the bottom of my video descriptions ☺

[@yipyanyee]

@@eucalyptdesigns thank you so much! That's a great idea ☺️

[@WDWanda6]

Rice cookers will turn themselves to warm when the moisture level goes down

[@TheSwissy4me]

Fun

[@crystalrivera6048]

You can bake bread and cake in a slow cooker

[@janelopez7010]

I would think you could use a small toaster oven for baking?

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Oooo this is a great idea! I will have to look at the wattage and where I can store it 😅

[@deviatedan]

Awesome, you found the rice cooker useful in the van, definitely going to use one when I decide to bite the bullet. Been inspired by your videos for a while and want to do the something similar as an artist on the go rather than being anchored at my home studio, I noticed you were standing up while working on your artwork in the commuter (that's right yea?). If you don't mind me asking what's your height? and are you happy and comfy enough or should I be looking at high roof van?

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Oh I'm so glad the videos are being helpful to you! I say we create an artist van train around Australia 😁 I am 171cm I think, taking out the headlining over the sink area has been so damn good, but I am starting to think more long term now and looking at going higher. I do find myself hunching over a lot, I would definately consider going higher if you plan on working inside the van ☺

[@eringigi7096]

What if you lined it with parchment paper before pouring in the cake batter?

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much for this recommendation, I thought to do this the second time around and it worked a treat! 😅🙏

[@KavanOBrien]

Wow nice picture, very talented lass , it might of been better to get a stainless steel bowl in the rice cooker , all none stick causes PFOA , not good for health at all.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thank you so much for your kind words🙏 Yes I thought about those PFOA's after I bought it 😬 I haven't stopped using it though, so now I know how much I love it I am going to research a stainless steel one with some more settings! Thanks again!🤗

[@KavanOBrien]

@@eucalyptdesigns I ‘ve never used one myself even though I eat lots of rice , I buy the quick stuff you put in a pan , I know lazy me , I really want to start eating brown rice , looking at health information = much better for one’s health , never cooked rice in its raw form , life is for learning, live and learn die and forget it all , if you find a good rice cooker please give me a heads up , take care you = me .

[@steveffuksake]

It's a pressure cooker 😊

[@nanaulalachannel2281]

You need to put something In The rice cooker it needs weight to activate the cook mode.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thank you for this feedback 🙏🙏

[@Sage1212]

I've got that rice cooker but never knew it did more than rice... thankyou. I may have to take it in my van. Random unrelated to the video question... how wide is your van? I currently have a single bed down one side and 'kitchen' area on the other side the sliding door is on. I'd prefer my bed across the back like yours but I'd have to lay diagonally a bit as my van is 150cm across internally. I am a side sleeper though. Do you lay diagonally?

[@eucalyptdesigns]

I'm so glad this video has given you some inspiration for meal ideas☺ So as the Hiace curves on the sides as it goes higher it does depend at what height you place your bed. Mine is 77cm high and the length is 171cm, which is my exact height so my feet do touch the end if I stretch out, but I'm a curled up side sleeper so it doesnt worry me too much. I originally had it length ways down the van but as you say it does give you a lot more room with it the way I have it now. Hope this helps!🤗

[@Sage1212]

@@eucalyptdesigns great! thankyou for those tips. I have a Toyota townace so it's a fair bit smaller than a hiace. I too am looking for more floor space but I think the rear bed idea needs more thought for me.

[@annierosle9961]

Rice cooker requires water to make it on cook mode.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much for this! That would make sense why the cake wouldn't stay in cook mode 😬🙏🙏

[@suerolfe9451]

Hi, was it ready cooked chicken you used thanks ? 😊

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Hi! No it was completley raw, I just chucked it in the water with everything else and it cooked through great! ☺

[@suerolfe9451]

@@eucalyptdesigns Thanks ☺️

[@danijohnson1038]

You might have a defective rice cooker. See if you can exchange it.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much, from others feedback it sounds like a rice cooker needs water in it to cook, it turns off when the water is gone because that is normally when the rice is cooked. So I think I need one with more settings to do cakes, thinking I might upgrade because I absolutely love using it! ☺

[@Vanlifewithdonna-leighperfect]

Do you paint watercolour mostly? Love that. Your music is great too. Do you use KZbin copyright free music?

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thank you for your interest, I have actually only just started playing with watercolours recently, I typically use more pencils, felt tip pens and copics. I love the watercolours for painting though, it's a lot less messy in the van the acrylics or oils haha. I had been using the copywrite free music that came with my editing software when I started, but it was limited and terrible lol, I recentlly started using Artlist, I think it was about $200-$300 for the year and there's a BIG selection of copywrite free music to choose from 🤗

[@Vanlifewithdonna-leighperfect]

@@eucalyptdesigns thank you 🙏❤️

[@carmenmartinez2882]

Just an opinion, get a regular stove top pressure cooker, takes less space. Perfect white or brown rice, ribs, chicken, stews, I can go on and on. Super easy, you don’t have to worry about electricity, instant pot is nothing more than a glorified pressure cooker. My goodness seems everything needs to be electric and pre-set these days. I absolutely love your art, you’re gifted and thanks for sharing.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much! Greatly appreciate the feedback and info 🙏🤗

[@SouthCoastBeachBabe14]

Mate i really am enjoying your videos soooo much ❤ this was lovely to see you treat yourself 🎉🎉🎉 the cake wowwww i love it

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thank you so much for this comment, it really does help me to keep going! Greatly appreciate the support, and yes a bit of cake is a good treat for the soul 😂🙏❤

[@lindabarkume2434]

You still have Kmart? They all closed years ago in the US.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Oh haha yes still going strong here! They actually just closed most of the Target stores and merged them with Kmart here.

[@susannordstrom5065]

Rice cooker turns off if there's no fluid left in the bowl

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much for sharing this information 🙏☺

[@isnoo1]

🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@f.w.5097]

How much power do you have? 1000 watt hours?

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Yes that's right I can only draw up to 1000 watts, does that make sense? I don't really know what I'm talking about when it comes to electrical 😅

[@bambihargrove6499]

❤😊❤

[@kimdagnillo8246]

What kind of power do you have ?

[@eucalyptdesigns]

I have 2 flexi solar panels on roof, an inverter and lithium battery, I can draw 1000W from at one time. I'm not really sure what I'm talking about when it comes to electrical haha, but if you look for my Van Tour video all the equipment is listed in the description kzbin.info/www/bejne/bF6xd6JpZrt9ias . Hope this helps!☺

[@tessobrien8364]

What pencils are those

[@eucalyptdesigns]

They are watercolour pencils, I am not using them how an artist would typically use them....but I like to break the rules 😅

[@punjabseth260]

👍👌

[@seekingjoynow1722]

The rice cooker doesn’t pull a lot of power. Small ones use about 200 watts which is very low. Even over 20 minutes that’s only 60 watts.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much for sharing this information! 🙏

[@rogerjob2780]

😉🚍⚓️🇬🇧👍🍷

[@kyliehoneyman6304]

Haha, was just thinking how odd your painting style must look to the uninitiated as 'you aren't even touching the paper' hahaha. Thank you for your rice cooker info - gold!

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Hahaha I hadn't thought about that 😂 🙃 You're very welcome! 🤗

[@odettec1]

So didn't she draw this painting?

[@eucalyptdesigns]

@@odettec1 Oh no, I did draw it haha, these were just the finishing touches. I put my spin on the piece by flicking watercolour at the end ☺

[@wadedawson3894]

Cooking with Teflon :/

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Yeahhhh,☺ I am going to upgrade to something more non toxic now I know I love using it

[@autumn-g1n]

F A B U L O U S painting.

[@eucalyptdesigns]

Thanks so much! 🙏☺

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