# Steam-Powered Rice Cookers The Joyoung S5 Steam Rice Cooker Prepares Side Dishes in Minutes By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-07-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steam-rice-cooker References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2019/07/05/this-steam-rice-cooker-ensures-that-the-rice-is-cooked-in-minutes/) The [Joyoung](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automatic-blender) S5 Steam Rice Cooker is a different kind of kitchen appliance that aims to accelerate the preparation process by harnessing the power of super-heated steam. Traditional rice cookers work by being heated from the bottom to bring the ingredients to a boil, which takes extended periods of time and sometimes results in a burnt base. The unit seen here does away with this process in favor of a steaming functionality that will prepare rice in [mere minutes for ultra-fast meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ninja-hyperheat-65-qt-pressure-cooker) that take little effort to prepare. The Joyoung S5 Steam Rice Cooker is design work of Lv Zheng and Sophia Lim for Joyoung, and can also be used as a traditional steamer for vegetables, fish and other meats for health-conscious chefs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Super-heated Steam Appliances:** Opportunity to develop innovative kitchen appliances that utilize super-heated steam for faster cooking times and improved food quality. - **Ultra-fast Meal Preparation:** Opportunity to create time-saving kitchen appliances that can prepare meals in minutes, catering to the needs of busy individuals. - **Multi-functional Cooking Devices:** Opportunity to design versatile kitchen appliances that can perform various cooking methods, such as steaming, boiling, and grilling, to cater to diverse culinary preferences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Kitchen Appliance Manufacturing:** Opportunity for manufacturers to develop and produce innovative kitchen appliances that incorporate steam-based cooking technologies. - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for food and beverage companies to create and market ready-to-eat meals that can be prepared quickly using super-heated steam appliances. - **Home Electronics Retail:** Opportunity for retailers to offer a variety of multi-functional and time-saving kitchen appliances in their stores, attracting customers seeking convenience and efficiency. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Efficient Multicooker Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/our-place-dream-cooker.md) - [Starch-Reducing Whole Meal Cookers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aroma-smartcarb-multicooker.md) - [Interchangeable Component Rice Cookers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/detachable-rice-cooker.md) - [Health-Focused Rice Cookers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-rice-cooker-concept.md) - [Smart Multi-Grain Cookers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grain-and-rice-cooker.md) - [Sustainable Smart Cookers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sevvy-smart-cooker.md) - [Steam-Powered Dishwasher Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-steam-cleaner.md) - [Microwave-Friendly Wooden Steamers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-paulownia-steamer.md) - [Carb Reduction Rice Cookers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/low-carb-rice-cooker.md)