It is a utensil used for steaming rice, usually made of wood, with good insulation and heat resistance. During the cooking process, the rice barrel can be placed in a steamer or rice steamer, where rice and the right amount of water are put into the barrel and then steamed. Therefore, a wooden barrel for steaming rice is called a rice steaming barrel.

The design of the rice pail ensures that the rice is evenly heated during the steaming process, making the rice fluffier and more flavorful. The material and size of the barrel will also affect its use. Rice bucket should choose heat-resistant, non-toxic, not easy to deform, easy to clean materials, such as bamboo, wood products. The size of the rice bucket should also be chosen according to the number of people in the family and cooking needs to ensure cooking efficiency and taste.