Used a few times and then stored. Will be shipped via simple packaging. Joseph Joseph Microwave Cooker Microwave Rice Cooker Color: Orange You can wash the rice directly in the black basket, so there's no need to transfer it. The maximum amount of rice that can be cooked is 2 cups. It may seem like a small amount, but considering it's a cooking tool smaller than a rice cooker, it's just the right amount. By the way, the red spatula also serves as a lid. The guideline is 1 cup of rice to 1 cup of water plus 25cc. For 1 cup of rice, microwave at 600w for 13 minutes. Let it steam for 10 minutes with the lid on. Also suitable for mixed rice dishes. There are no instructions, so please search online.