Sharp R-68ST manual Covering, Arranging, Turning, Irregular Sections, Standing Time, Stirring

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TIPSANDTECHNIQUES

COVERING

Covering ensures that the moisture is retained in the food and the cooking time is shortened. Cover the dish with a cover, microwave foil or a

special lid. Do not cover foods on which a crust should form, e.g. roasts or chicken. The rule is that foods which are covered in a conventional cooker should also be covered in a microwave oven. Foods that are cooked without a cover in the cooker can also be cooked without a cover in the microwave.

ARRANGING

Arrange several individual portions (e.g. pudding bowls, cups or jacket potatoes) in a ring on the revolving plate. Leave space between the portions so that the microwave energy can penetrate from all sides.

TURNING

Turn medium-sized portions such as hamburgers and steaks once during the cooking process to shorten the cooking time. Large portions such as roasts and chicken must be turned as the side facing upward acquires more microwave energy and could dry out if it is not turned.

IRREGULAR SECTIONS

Place the thicker or more compact side outwards. Lay vegetables (e.g. broccoli) with their stems outwards. Thicker sections require a longer cooking

time and acquire more microwave energy on the outer sides with the result that the food cooks evenly.

STANDING TIME

Respect for standing time is one of the most important rules for microwave use. Almost all foods that are thawed, heated or cooked in a microwave require a

shorter or longer standing time during which the temperature becomes balanced and the liquid can be distributed evenly in the food.

STIRRING

Stirring food is necessary as the microwaves initially heat the outer areas. The temperature is balanced as a result and the food is heated evenly.

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