Tables & Tips for Cooking with the Combi
Steaming at 86°F to 210°F
Some of the benefits of Steaming at 86°F to 210°F are:
•Precise temperature control ensures optimum quality and nutrient retention.
•Reduced shrinkage of meat with optimized flavor, and aroma.
•Optimum culinary results are achieved for sensitive foodstuffs such as terrines, flans, force, crème caramel and vegetarian dishes.
•Perfect for
•Fan operates for 2 seconds every minute to reduce drying when the oven temperature is set below 212°F.
•Fish poached at 185°F retains its protein.
•Grains swell gently for whole food dishes such as oatmeal, cracked wheat, and farina.
•Ham and sausage can be boiled. No more burst skins.
NOTE:
•Sous Vide cooking times are longer than steaming cooking times.
•Cooking times are longer when steaming at 86°F – 210°F than steaming at 212°F.
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•Always
•SET COOKING TEMPERATURE
Recommendations:
•Proof (raise) bread dough at 95°F.
•Poaching vegetables: The cooking times for vegetables will be longer for poaching than steaming.
Steaming at 214°F to 248°F
Some of the benefits of Steaming at 214° to 248°F are:
•Steaming at temperatures above 212°F is mainly for pulses, cabbage, and dense root vegetables such as potatoes, beets, and turnips.
•Cooking times are reduced by 10 % compared to steaming at 212°F.
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