hey Neil, you're quite right about the decreased "glue effect" when rice is cooked as i've suggested. ( the more water the better ) but note, i did exclude the asian style . <<...pre seasoned type, like jasmine or thai etc....>> this is ( i believe ) a western european, or north american preparation for rice. it's really like cooking pasta. just a different style for a different end result. that is, individual grains that don't adhere quite as much. slightly more delicate. ( if i want something sticky & lumpy , there's always oatmeal ) rice that doesn't stick together, or stick to the pan ... even cold ! hmmmm ... somebody may try to market this. btw, i use chopsticks for sushi / sashimi . regards peter g