Seafood

Seafood is the basis of some of the healthiest and most nutritious meals you can make. It is an excellent source of protein, a good source of minerals, and one of the few sources of beneficial omega-3 fatty acids.

Steaming in the pressure cooker brings out the finest, fullest flavors of seafood. The cooking time required is directly related to the thickness of the seafood. To be safe, if the fish you are cooking seems thin for its weight or if it weighs less than the recipe specifies, reduce the cooking time. Overcooking tends to toughen seafood.

FOR FISH AND SEAFOOD,

DO NOT FILL PRESSURE COOKER OVER 2⁄3 FULL!

Operating the cooker without cooking liquid oR

allowing the cooker to boil dry will damage the cooker.

Salmon Steaks Moutarde

4

small salmon steaks, 1-inch

1

clove garlic, minced

 

thick

1

cup dry white wine or

4

tablespoons Dijon-style

 

chicken broth

 

mustard

1

bay leaf

3-4

sprigs fresh thyme or

 

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1⁄2 teaspoon dried thyme

2

tablespoons Dijon-style

1

tablespoon olive or

 

mustard

 

vegetable oil

1

tablespoon cornstarch

1

small onion, chopped

 

 

Spread each steak with 1 tablespoon mustard. Press 1 thyme sprig into mustard on each steak or sprinkle with dried thyme. Pour oil into cooker. Turn heat selector to medium and sauté onion and garlic until tender. Stir in wine and bay leaf. Place steaks on rack in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 2 minutes with pressure regulator rocking slowly. Cool cooker at once. Carefully remove steaks and rack. Keep steaks warm. Discard bay leaf. Mix 2 tablespoons mustard with cornstarch. Stir into liquid in pressure cooker. Heat until sauce boils and thickens, stirring constantly. Serve sauce with salmon steaks.

Nutrition Information Per Serving

4 servings

218 Calories, 9 g Fat, 20 mg Cholesterol

 

VARIATION: Substitute halibut for salmon steaks.

“SCAMPI-STYLE” SHRIMP

1

pound medium, raw shrimp,

2

teaspoons lemon juice

 

peeled and deveined

1⁄4

teaspoon salt

3

tablespoons margarine

1

cup water

2

tablespoons minced green

 

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onion

2

tablespoons minced parsley

6

cloves garlic, minced

1⁄4

teaspoon grated lemon peel

Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Place margarine in cooker. Turn heat selector to medium and melt margarine. Sauté onion and garlic. Stir in lemon juice and salt. Cook until bubbly. Pour into metal bowl which will fit loosely in cooker. Stir in shrimp. Cover bowl firmly with aluminum foil. Pour water into cooker. Place bowl on rack in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 3 minutes with pressure regulator rocking slowly. Cool cooker at once. Stir in parsley and lemon peel.

Nutrition Information Per Serving

4 servings

205 Calories, 11 g Fat, 173 mg Cholesterol

 

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Electric Pressure Cooker specifications

The Presto Electric Pressure Cooker is an innovative kitchen appliance designed to make meal preparation faster, more efficient, and incredibly convenient. Combining the benefits of traditional pressure cooking with modern technology, this cooker has become a staple in many households.

One of the standout features of the Presto Electric Pressure Cooker is its one-touch digital controls. Users can easily select from various cooking options, including pressure cooking, slow cooking, sautéing, steaming, and even making yogurt. This versatility means that the cooker can be used for a wide range of recipes, from hearty stews and soups to delicate desserts, all with the push of a button.

The pressure cooking technology used by Presto allows for significantly quicker cooking times compared to conventional methods. The high-pressure system locks in moisture and infuses flavors, resulting in tender meats and perfectly cooked vegetables. The unit heats quickly and maintains a consistent temperature, ensuring even cooking throughout.

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