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COOKING TIPS
The following factors may affect the cooking result:
Food arrangement
Place thicker areas towards the outside of the dish and the thinner part towards
the centre and spread evenly. Do not overlap if possible.
Cooking time
Start cooking with a short time setting, evaluate it after it times out and extend it
according to the actual need. Over cooking may result in smoke and burns.
Cooking food evenly
Food such as chicken, hamburgers or steak should be turned at least once during
cooking.
Depending on the type of food, if applicable remove it and stir it from outside to
centre of dish once or twice during cooking.
Allow standing time
After timer is finished, leave the food in the microwave for an adequate length
of time, this allows it to complete its cooking cycle and begin cooling down in a
gradual manner.
Whether the food is cooked
Color and hardness of food help to determine if it is done, these include:
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Steam coming out from all parts of food, not just the edge
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Joints of poultry can be moved easily
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Pork or poultry shows no signs of blood
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Fish is opaque and can be sliced easily with a fork
Microwave safe plastic wrap
When cooking food with high fat content, do not allow the plastic wrap to come
into contact with food as it may melt.
Microwave safe plastic cookware
Some microwave safe plastic cookware might not be suitable for cooking foods
with high fat and sugar content. The preheating time specified in the cooking
instructions of each food/beverage must not be exceeded.
