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Cooking techniques

Stir frying

Recommended Temperature Control Probe setting
‘High Sear’.

An energy efficient and healthy way of cooking

foods. The benefit of this method is its speed and
flavour result. The cooking action for stir frying is a
continual tossing motion to ensure the food is
evenly exposed to the heat and cooks quickly and
evenly in a couple of minutes.

Stir frying should be carried out using a ‘High 
Sear’ setting.

Preheat your frypan before adding any ingredients,
allowing the heating light to cycle ‘On’ and ‘Off’
several times. This will allow the frypan to reach
and maintain an even high temperature.

Stir frying is a dry heat cooking method and is best
suited to tender cuts of meat. Timing is a key factor
as over cooking will give a tough, dry result.
Cooking times will depend on the size and
thickness of the meat, as the bigger the pieces, the
more time needed.

Recommended cuts

Beef

Lean beef strips prepared from rump,
sirloin, rib eye, fillet.

Chicken

Lean chicken strips prepared from breast
fillets, tenderloins, thigh fillets.

Lamb

Lean lamb strips prepared from fillet, lamb
leg steaks, round or topside mini roasts,
eye of loin.

Pork

Lean pork strips prepared from leg,
butterfly or medallion steaks or fillet.

Veal

Eye of loin, fillet, round, rump or topside.

Stir fry tips

Prepare meat strips from recommended cuts as listed
above by removing fat and slicing thinly across the
grain (across direction of meat fibres). Slicing across
the grain ensures tenderness. Cut into very thin strips,
approximately 5-8cm in length. Partially freeze meat
(approximately 30 minutes) to make slicing easier.

• Buy meat strips already prepared from your butcher

or supermarket.

Stir fry meat strips in small batches (approx 200-300g)
to keep juice in meat and avoid ‘stewing’, resulting in
tougher meat.

Meat strips should sizzle when added to the frypan.

Stir fry meat strips for 1-2 minutes. Longer cooking
will toughen meat.

Remove each batch when cooked and allow frypan
to reheat before stir frying the next batch. By
cooking in small batches the heat of the frypan
remains constant, ensuring the meat doesn't stew
and toughen.

A small amount of oil can be mixed through the
meat strips before adding to the frypan, along any
other flavouring such as garlic, ginger and chilli. 
A little sesame oil can also add flavour. Mixing the 
oil with the meat in this way cuts down on the
quantity used.

Drain off thin marinades from meat strips before
stir frying to prevent stewing and splatter.

Stir fry vegetables in a little oil (or sprinkling 
of water) before meat is added for vivid colour and
crispness.

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Cooking time

Ingredient

3 minutes 

Onion, quartered,
Broccoli, flowerets
Carrots, sliced
Soaked Chinese dried mushrooms

2 minutes

Snow peas
Capsicum, sliced
Zucchinis, sliced
Water chestnuts
Bamboo shoots

1 minute

Garlic, minced
Chilli, minced
Ginger, minced
Shallots, chopped
Bean sprouts

Suggested times for stir-frying vegetables:

These brief cooking times will keep vegetables crisp.

Peanut oil is traditionally used for stir fry Asian
style dishes. However other oils such as vegetable,
canola and light olive may be used.

Do not over fill the frypan. If necessary, cook in
batches and reheat at the end of stir frying. If using
this method remember to under cook slightly so
reheating will not spoil the finished dish.

Serve stir fried foods immediately to retain their
crisp texture.

Sautéing

Recommended Temperature Control Probe setting 12-14.

Use for sautéing onions, garlic, spices, pastes, herbs,
vegetables, meat and seafood.

If using oil to sauté, use setting 14. If using
butter, use setting 12.

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Summary of Contents for Avance Banquet BEF400

Page 1: ...Model BEF400 Instructions for use Includes recipes Avance Banquet Cookware ...

Page 2: ...ety first 4 Know your Breville Avance Banquet Cookware 6 Operating your Breville Avance Banquet Cookware 7 Care and cleaning 8 Cooking techniques 10 Recipes R2 2 Congratulations on the purchase of your new Breville Avance Banquet Cookware ...

Page 3: ...Place frypan at least 200mm away from walls and curtains Do not touch hot surfaces Do not leave the appliance unattended when in use Always turn the Temperature Control Probe to MIN then switch off at the power outlet and allow probe to cool then remove probe and unplug if appliance is to be left unattended if not in use and before cleaning Keep the appliance clean Follow the cleaning instructions...

Page 4: ... into a 230 240V power outlet and switch On Always insert the probe into the appliance first then insert plug into power outlet Before inserting the Temperature Control Probe into the probe socket ensure the interior of the socket is completely dry To do this shake out excess water then wipe the interior of the socket with a dry cloth Note 2 Turn the dial on the Temperature Control Probe anti cloc...

Page 5: ... paper This will ensure the probe and plug do not scratch the non stick surface That s the idea Care and cleaning Care Do not leave plastic cooking utensils in contact with the hot frypan surface while cooking Do not use metal utensils on the non stick coating of the frypan Before cleaning switch the frypan MIN and unplug from the power outlet Remove the Temperature Control Probe when cooled from ...

Page 6: ... small batches approx 200 300g to keep juice in meat and avoid stewing resulting in tougher meat Meat strips should sizzle when added to the frypan Stir fry meat strips for 1 2 minutes Longer cooking will toughen meat Remove each batch when cooked and allow frypan to reheat before stir frying the next batch By cooking in small batches the heat of the frypan remains constant ensuring the meat doesn...

Page 7: ...Control Probe setting Searing Roast High Sear Cooking Roast 8 10 Roasting meat and poultry The frypan is ideal for roasting meat and poultry as the meat retains the flavour and juices The frypan s lid provides ample room for larger joints of meat and poultry up to 1 5kg Preheat the Frypan on setting High Sear Fattier joints of meat such as lamb require no oil Use only a small amount of oil for lea...

Page 8: ...esired Boiling Recommended Temperature Control Probe setting High Sear Use for cooking rice and pasta 1 cup to 6 cups water 1 quantity Cooking time approximately 8 12 minutes Cooking times will vary for different types of pasta and rice Always bring water to the boil with the lid in position Remove lid and add 1 2 teaspoon salt and 1 tablespoon of oil to water to assist with cooking and to prevent...

Page 9: ...9601 Email Customer Service askus breville com au New Zealand Customers Breville Customer Service Centre Private Bag 94411 Greenmount Auckland New Zealand Customer Service 09 271 3980 Fax 0800 288 513 Email Customer Service askus breville com au Copyright Breville Pty Ltd 2004 Avance is a registered trademark of Breville Pty Ltd Banquet is a trademark of Breville Pty Ltd Due to continued product i...

Page 10: ...Recipes Delicious recipes Includes instructions for use ...

Page 11: ...shallots Baba Ghannoush 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 medium eggplants peeled and chopped into 1cm pieces 2 cloves garlic crushed 11 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 2 teaspoon sweet paprika 1 2 cup chicken stock 200g cream cheese softened 1 Heat the oil in frypan on setting 14 Add eggplants garlic and paprika and sauté for two minutes 2 Add lemon juice and chicken stock bring to the boil reduce to heat se...

Page 12: ...sliced 2 cloves garlic freshly crushed 1 tablespoon curry powder 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1kg butternut pumpkin peeled and chopped 6 cups chicken stock Freshly ground black pepper 120ml sour cream 1 2 bunch finely chopped chives 1 Preheat frypan on setting 14 Add butter to melt then sauté leek garlic and spices until soft 2 Add the pumpkin stock and pepper Increase to High Sear setting cover with ...

Page 13: ...puffs and base is cooked and golden 5 Sprinkle ham filling over half the omelette Fold remaining omelette half over filling Remove from frypan 6 Cut into four slices and serve sprinkled with grated cheese 4 6 4 Spicy pikelets 1 cup plain flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 4 tablespoon brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 4 teaspoon cinnamon 1 4 teaspoon mixed spices 2 x 60g eggs lightly beaten 1 ...

Page 14: ...EDIENTS 4 large potatoes peeled and chopped 1 3 cup sour cream 40g butter 2 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese Salt and pepper to taste 1 Trim meat and cut into small cubes or mince in food processor Set aside 2 Preheat frypan on heat setting 14 Add butter to melt Add onions and sauté until golden 3 Add flour and mustard Cook for 3 minutes stirring constantly Reduce to heat setting 2 4 4 G...

Page 15: ...nkle with cheese and bake in a moderately hot oven 220ºC or under a preheated grill or until heated through and cheese melts 5 Serve topped with avocado sour cream and prepared salsa SALSA Combine salsa ingredients and mix well 4 Lamb and peanut stir fry 2 tablespoons peanut oil 500g lamb strips 2 red capsicum trimmed seeded and sliced 150g snow peas trimmed 500g English spinach 2 tablespoons Teri...

Page 16: ...er with foil and allow to stand for 10 minutes before carving 4 6 Beef burgers 500g lean beef mince 1 onion finely diced 1 X 60g egg lightly beaten 1 2 cup fresh breadcrumbs 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons tomato sauce 1 teaspoon dried mixed herbs Freshly ground black pepper 1 4 cup fruit chutney 2 tablespoons oil 6 rashers bacon trimmed 6 slices canned pineapple drained 6 hamburge...

Page 17: ...ped mint 1 tablespoon finely snipped garlic chives 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice 2 small red chilli finely sliced 1 4 cup red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon fish sauce 1 Cut asparagus into 8cm lengths 2 Pour 6 cups of water into frypan Cover with lid and bring water to the boil on heat setting 14 3 Place asparagus into the boiling water Cook for 5 minutes...

Page 18: ...i green chicken curry 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 brown onion diced 1 teaspoon crushed garlic 1 teaspoon diced ginger 11 2 tablespoons Thai green curry paste 800g skinless chicken thigh meat diced 1 cup chicken stock 2 x 200g cans coconut cream 200g bamboo shoots 1 punnet cherry tomatoes 1 3 cup coriander leaves 1 Heat oil in the frypan on High Sear setting Add the onion and cook until golden 2 A...

Page 19: ...tanas 100g smoked almonds 1 Heat oil in frypan on heat setting 14 Add chicken chicken strips and cook for 2 3 minutes and remove 2 Heat butter on heat setting 10 Add rice and stir well to coat with butter Add garlic spices and stock 3 Increase to heat setting 14 cover with lid and bring to the boil Reduce to heat setting 4 6 and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice has cooked 4 Stir chicken sultana...

Page 20: ...d the egg butter and milk mixture Mix with an electric beater to form a smooth batter 5 Pour the batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top 6 Place the cake on a small wire rack in the frypan cover with the lid with the vent closed and cook for 40 minutes or until cooked when tested 7 Remove from frypan and allow cake to stand for 2 3 minutes before then turning onto a wire rack Cool complete...

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