The Defrost
P
function uses the fan to
circulate air at room temperature.
Please note:
– Where possible remove the
packaging and put the food to be
defrosted on the universal tray or into
a suitable dish.
– When defrosting poultry, put it on the
rack over the universal tray to catch
the defrosted liquid so that the meat
is not lying in this liquid.
,
It is particularly important to
observe food hygiene rules when
defrosting poultry. Do not use the
liquid from the defrosted poultry.
Pour it away, and wash the tray, the
sink and your hands. Danger of
salmonella poisoning.
– Fish does not need to be fully
defrosted before cooking.
Defrost so that the surface is
sufficiently thawed to take herbs and
seasoning.
Defrosting times
The time needed for defrosting
depends on the type and weight of the
food, and at what temperature it was
deep frozen. The following chart is for
guidance only. It is important to check
that food is thoroughly defrosted.
Food
Weight
Time in
min.
Chicken
800 g
120 – 240
Meat
500 g
60 – 90
1000 g
90 – 120
Sausages
500 g
30 – 50
Fish
1000 g
60 – 90
Strawberries
300 g
30 – 40
Butter cake
500 g
20 – 30
Bread
500 g
30 – 50
Defrosting
45
