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Buffalo 21Ltr Rice Warmer

SKU: HX988

£173.00(£207.60 inc VAT)

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The Buffalo 21-litre rice warmer is a straightforward holding unit designed to keep pre-cooked rice at a consistent, safe serving temperature during service. It is not a pressure cooker or a full rice cooker in the traditional sense — its purpose is to hold and maintain cooked rice in ready-to-serve condition, reducing the need to cook to order during busy periods.

In a working kitchen, that distinction matters. During peak service a takeaway or restaurant kitchen needs rice available immediately, not cooking. A unit of this capacity can hold a substantial batch, supporting continuous service without constant replenishment. The insulated body helps maintain an even temperature throughout the pot, which reduces the risk of rice drying out or developing a crust around the edges during extended holding.

From an operational standpoint, the practical advantages are straightforward:

  • Non-stick inner pot makes rice removal clean and efficient with minimal waste
  • Included non-scratch serving spoon helps protect the pot surface over time
  • Simple construction means cleaning between services is quick and uncomplicated
  • Compact footprint suits counter or pass positions without taking up significant space

Installation requirements are minimal. The unit runs from a standard 13-amp socket, requires no water connection or fixed installation, and can be positioned wherever counter space allows. At just over 7kg it is easy to reposition between services if needed.

This model is well suited to small to medium-volume takeaways, Chinese, Japanese, or pan-Asian restaurants, and any kitchen where rice is a staple accompaniment. For very high-volume operations serving rice continuously across multiple sections, a larger-capacity unit may be worth considering to reduce the frequency of replenishment.

If you are unsure whether this capacity fits your typical service volume, our team is happy to talk it through with you before you order.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Buffalo 21-litre unit suitable for a busy takeaway running continuous service?

It works well for small to medium-volume takeaways where rice is replenished periodically rather than drawn down continuously. For very high-volume operations or sites where multiple staff are serving from the unit simultaneously, a larger-capacity model may reduce the frequency of top-ups and better match demand.

Does this unit cook rice as well as hold it, or is it holding only?

The Buffalo rice warmer is primarily a holding unit designed to maintain pre-cooked rice at a consistent serving temperature. Some operators do use similar units to finish rice from a par-cooked state, but for best results rice should be fully cooked before being transferred to the warmer for holding.

What are the installation requirements for this unit?

Installation is straightforward — the unit plugs into a standard 13-amp socket and requires no water connection, gas supply, or fixed electrical work. It simply needs a stable, heat-resistant counter surface and adequate ventilation around it during use.
Buffalo 21Ltr Rice Warmer

£173.00(£207.60 inc VAT)

£173.00(£207.60 inc VAT)

The Buffalo 21-litre rice warmer is a straightforward holding unit designed to keep pre-cooked rice at a consistent, safe serving temperature during service. It is not a pressure cooker or a full rice cooker in the traditional sense — its purpose is to hold and maintain cooked rice in ready-to-serve condition, reducing the need to cook to order during busy periods.

In a working kitchen, that distinction matters. During peak service a takeaway or restaurant kitchen needs rice available immediately, not cooking. A unit of this capacity can hold a substantial batch, supporting continuous service without constant replenishment. The insulated body helps maintain an even temperature throughout the pot, which reduces the risk of rice drying out or developing a crust around the edges during extended holding.

From an operational standpoint, the practical advantages are straightforward:

  • Non-stick inner pot makes rice removal clean and efficient with minimal waste
  • Included non-scratch serving spoon helps protect the pot surface over time
  • Simple construction means cleaning between services is quick and uncomplicated
  • Compact footprint suits counter or pass positions without taking up significant space

Installation requirements are minimal. The unit runs from a standard 13-amp socket, requires no water connection or fixed installation, and can be positioned wherever counter space allows. At just over 7kg it is easy to reposition between services if needed.

This model is well suited to small to medium-volume takeaways, Chinese, Japanese, or pan-Asian restaurants, and any kitchen where rice is a staple accompaniment. For very high-volume operations serving rice continuously across multiple sections, a larger-capacity unit may be worth considering to reduce the frequency of replenishment.

If you are unsure whether this capacity fits your typical service volume, our team is happy to talk it through with you before you order.