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USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
COOKING TIPS (continued)
POULTRY COOKING CHART
NOTES:
• The times listed above are only a guide. Allow for difference in individual tastes and preferences.
The times may also vary due to the shape, cut, and composition of the food.
• If whole poultry is stuffed, the weight of the stuffed bird should be used when calculating the
cooking time.
STEAKS/CHOPS
1. Arrange fish in a large shallow non-metallic dish or casserole.
2. Cover with pierced microwave plastic wrap or casserole lid.
3. Place the dish on the turntable.
4. Cook according to the instructions in the Fresh Fish Cooking Chart below. Flakes of butter can be
added to the fish if desired.
5. Let stand as directed in the Cooking Chart before serving.
6. After standing time, check to see that the fish is thoroughly cooked. The fish should be opaque
and flake easily.
FRESH FISH COOKING CHART
Fish
Power
Cooking Time
Method
Standing
Per Pound
Time
Fish Fillets
Whole Mackerel,
Cleaned and Prepared
Whole Trout,
Cleaned and Prepared
Salmon Steaks
HIGH
HIGH
HIGH
HIGH
4 to 7 minutes
4 to 7 minutes
5 to 8 minutes
5 to 7 minutes
Add 15 to 30 ml (1 to 2 tbsp.) lemon juice
–
–
Add 15 to 30 ml (1 to 2 tbsp.) lemon juice
2 to 3 minutes
3 to 4 minutes
3 to 4 minutes
3 to 4 minutes
WARNING: Do not use aluminum foil during cooking cycle.
Poultry
MicrowavePower
Cooking time Per Pound
CHICKEN
Whole
Breast (boned)
Portions
TURKEY
Whole
8
8
8
8
10 to 14 minutes
9 to 13 minutes
10 to 16 minutes
10 to 14 minutes