Dehydrate, Vegetables, Herbs | Thermador PODMW301J, PODM301J

Dehydrate :

Dehydrate dries with heat from a third element behind the back wall of the oven. The heat is circulated throughout the oven by the convection fan.

Use Dehydrate to dry and/or preserve foods such as fruits, vegetables and herbs. This mode holds an optimum low temperature of 100 °F to 160 °F (38 °C to 71 °C) while circulating the heated air to slowly remove moisture. The oven stays on for 48 hours before shutting off automatically.

Tips

▯Dry most fruits and vegetables at 140 °F (60 °C). Dry herbs at 100 °F (38 °C) (refer to the Dehydrate Chart for examples).

▯Drying times vary depending on the moisture and sugar content of the food, the size of the pieces, the amount being dried and the humidity in the air. Check food at the minimum drying time.

▯Multiple drying racks (not included) can be used simultaneously.

▯Treat fruits with antioxidants to avoid discoloration.

▯Consult a food preservation book, county Cooperative Extension Office or library for additional information.

Dehydrate Chart

Food Item		Preparation	Approx. drying	Test for doneness
			time (hrs)
Fruit
Apples		Dipped in ] cup lemon juice and 2 cups water,	11-15	Slightly pliable
		]“ slices.

Bananas		Dipped in ] cup lemon juice and 2 cups water,	11-15	Slightly pliable
		]“ slices.

Cherries		Wash and towel dry. For fresh cherries, remove	10-15	Pliable leathery, chewy
		pits.
Orange peels		Orange part of skin thinly peeled from oranges.	2-4	Dry and brittle
Orange slices		]“ slices of orange.	12-16	Skins are dry and brittle,
				fruit is slightly moist
Pineapple rings
▯	canned	Towel dried.	9-13	Soft and pliable
▯	fresh	Towel dried.	8-12	Soft and pliable

Strawberries		Wash and towel dry. Sliced ^“ thick, skin (out-	12-17	Dry and brittle
		side) down on rack.
Vegetables
Peppers		Wash and towel dry. Remove membrane of pep- 15-17		Leathery with no moisture
		pers, coarsely chopped aobut 1” pieces.		inside.
Mushrooms		Wash and towel dry. Cut off stem end. Cut into	7-12	Though and eathery, dry.
		X“ slices.

Tomatoes		Wash and towel dry. Cut thin slices, X“ thick,	15-20	Dry, brick red color.
		drain well.
Herbs
Oregano, Sage, Pars- Rinse and dry with paper towel.			Dry at 100 °F	Crisp and brittle.
ley, Thyme, Fennel			4-6 hours

Basil		Use basil leaves 3 to 4 inches from the top.	Dry at 100 °F	Crisp and brittle.
		Spray with water, shake off moisture and pat dry.	4-6 hours

PODC302J, POD301J, PODMW301J, PODM301J specifications

Thermador is a brand synonymous with luxury kitchen appliances, and their PODMW301J and DWHD651JFP models epitomize this excellence. The PODMW301J is a sophisticated microwave oven that seamlessly integrates with other kitchen appliances, while the DWHD651JFP is an advanced dishwasher designed for superior performance and efficiency.

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