Defrosting

Guide

Defrosting meats tips & techniques

You can defrost meats in their original wrapping as long as no metal is present. Remove any metal rings, twist ties, wire or foil.

Place meat in a microwavable plate to catch juices. Defrost meats only as long as necessary. Separate items like chops, sausages and bacon as soon as possible. Remove defrosted portions and continue to defrost remaining pieces. Whole pieces of meat are ready for standing time as soon as a fork can be pushed into the centre of the meat using moderate pressure. The centre will still be icy. Allow to stand until completely thawed.

Food

Quantity

Defrosting Time

Standing Time

Instructions

(Minutes)

(Minutes)

 

 

 

BEEF

 

 

 

 

Remove wrapping from the meat.

Minced beef

500g

6

~ 8

5 ~ 10

Place frozen meat on a microwavable flat plate. Defrost at 30% power level.

Steak, sirloin

500g

4

~ 6

5 ~ 10

Turn food over after halfway through defrosting.

(Remove defrosted portions at this point)

 

 

 

 

 

Roast, loin (boneless)

1000g

12

~ 15

10 ~ 15

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PORK

 

 

 

 

 

Mince

500g

6

~ 8

5 ~ 10

 

Chops

500g

4

~ 6

5 ~ 10

 

Roast, loin (boneless)

500g

12

~ 15

5 ~ 10

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

POULTRY

 

 

 

 

 

Whole chicken

1000g

16

~ 19

10 ~ 15

 

Breasts

450g

5

~ 7

5 ~ 10

 

Drumsticks

450g

8

~ 9

5 ~ 10

 

Thighs

450g

8

~ 9

5 ~ 10

 

Wings

450g

6

~ 8

5 ~ 10

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FISH & SEAFOOD

 

 

 

 

 

Whole fish

450g

6

~ 8

5 ~ 10

 

Fish fillets

500g

7

~ 9

5 ~ 10

 

shrimp

250g

4

~ 6

5 ~ 10

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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LG Electronics MC8486NL owner manual Defrosting

MC8486NL specifications

LG Electronics has long been recognized for its innovation in the tech industry, and one of its standout products is the MC8486NL microwave oven. This model exemplifies LG's commitment to blending modern technology with user-friendly design, making it a popular choice for kitchens around the world.

The MC8486NL features a sleek, stainless steel exterior that not only enhances its aesthetic appeal but also ensures durability and easy cleaning. One of the primary highlights of this microwave is its advanced inverter technology. Unlike traditional microwaves that use a pulse system to regulate power, the inverter technology provides a constant stream of power, allowing for more even cooking. This results in perfectly defrosted meats and evenly heated dishes, eliminating cold spots and ensuring that your food is cooked to perfection.

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