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Defrosting Charts

The times given below are a guideline only. Always check the progress of the food by opening the
oven door and then re-starting. For larger quantities adjust times accordingly. Food should not be
covered during defrosting.

Meat

Defrosting Time per
450g (1lb)

Method

Standing
Time

Beef/Lamb/Pork
Joint 450g (1lb)

10-12 mins.

Place in a suitable dish or on an
upturned saucer or use a rack. Turn
3-4 times. Shield.

60 mins.

Minced Beef
450g (1lb)

9-10 mins.

Place in a suitable dish. Break up
and turn 3-4 times.

15 mins.

Chops 450g (1lb)

8 mins.

Place in a suitable dish in a single
layer. Turn twice. Shield if necessary.

15 mins.

Sausages 450g
(1lb)

5-6 mins.

Place in a suitable dish in a single
layer. Turn twice. Shield if necessary.

15 mins.

Bacon Rashers
450g (1lb)

7-8 mins.

Place in a suitable dish. Turn and
separate twice. Shield if necessary

15 mins.

Stewing Steak
450g (1lb)

9 mins.

Place in a suitable dish. Break up
frequently.

30 mins.

Whole Chicken
450g (1lb)

9-10 mins.

Place in a suitable dish on an
upturned saucer or use a rack. Turn
3-4 times. Shield.

60 mins.

Chicken Portions
450g (1lb)

6-8 mins.

Place in a suitable dish in a single
layer. Turn twice. Shield if necessary.

30-45
mins.

Fish

Whole 450g (1lb)

7-8 mins.

Place in a suitable dish. Turn twice.
Shield.

15 mins.

Fillets/Steak
450g (1lb)

6-7 mins.

Place in a suitable dish. Turn twice,
separate if necessary.

15 mins.

Prawns 450g
(1lb)

6-7 mins.

Place in a suitable dish. Stir twice
during defrosting.

10 mins.

General

Bread Sliced
400g (14oz)

2 mins.

Place on the turntable. Separate and
rearrange during defrosting.

15 mins.

Slice of bread
30g (1oz)

20-30 sec.

Place on the turntable on a piece of
kitchen paper.

1-2 mins.

Pastry 450g (1lb)

4-5 mins.

Place on a plate. Turn over half way.

10-15
mins.

Soft Fruit 450g
(1lb)

6-7 mins.

Place in a suitable dish. Stir twice
during defrosting.

10 mins.

Summary of Contents for NN-K181MMBPQ

Page 1: ...Model No NN K181MM Operating Instructions and Cookery Book Microwave Grill Oven Important safety instructions Please read carefully and keep for future reference For domestic use only ...

Page 2: ...lines for reheating on pages 27 32 of this book ALWAYS check the progress of the food as it cooks or reheats by simply opening the door Failure to follow the instructions given in this Cookbook and Operating Instructions may affect the recipe result and in some instances may be dangerous Customer Care Centre 0844 8443868 Selected Spares and Accessories Order direct on line at www panasonic co uk o...

Page 3: ...rol Panels 11 General Guidelines 12 13 Containers to use 14 15 Setting the Clock Timer Child Safety Lock 16 Microwave Cooking and Defrosting 17 Grilling 18 Combination Cooking 19 Auto Weight Defrost 20 Defrosting Guidelines 21 Defrosting Charts 22 Auto Weight Programs 23 25 Cooking and Reheating Guidelines 26 Recipes 33 40 Technical Specifications 41 1 Reheating Charts 27 29 Cooking Charts 29 32 ...

Page 4: ...or coloured GREEN or GREEN AND YELLOW The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLUE The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured BROWN When this oven is installed it should be easy to isolate the appliance from the electricity supply by ...

Page 5: ...old countertop use only It is not intended for built in use or for use inside a cupboard 1 Oven must be placed on a flat stable surface 850mm above floor level For proper operation the oven must have sufficient air flow i e 5cm at one side the other being open 15cm clear over the top 10cm at the rear 2 Do not place the microwave oven on a shelf directly above a gas or electric hob This may be a sa...

Page 6: ... rust protection to be burned off This is the only time that the oven is operated empty 7 This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety Children should be s...

Page 7: ...ttom or rear of the oven If air vents become blocked this could cause overheating which would affect the operation of the oven and possibly result in a hazardous situation 7 If steam accumulates inside or around the outside of the oven door wipe with a soft cloth This may occur when the microwave oven is operated under high humidity conditions and in no way indicates a malfunction of the unit or m...

Page 8: ... from oven The door seals and door seal areas should always be kept clean use a damp cloth N B The appliance should be inspected for damage to the door seals and door seal areas If these areas are damaged the appliance should not be operated until it has been repaired by a service technician trained by the manufacturer 3 Oven Light The oven lamp must be replaced by a service technician trained by ...

Page 9: ...VE only Do not use if operating the oven with less than 200g 7oz of food on a manual Combination program FAILURE TO USE ACCESSORIES CORRECTLY COULD DAMAGE YOUR OVEN 9 Arcing may occur if the incorrect weight of food is used a metal container has been used accidentally or the grill rack has been damaged If this occurs stop the machine immediately You can continue to cook by GRILL ONLY 10 Always ref...

Page 10: ...sture such as popcorn or poppadoms This oven has been developed for food use We do not recommend that it is used for heating non food items such as wheat bags or hot water bottles 3 Christmas Pudding Christmas puddings and other foods high in fats or sugar eg jam mince pies must not be over heated These foods must never be left unattended as with over cooking these foods can ignite See pages 27 29...

Page 11: ...t before being eaten ie it is a rest time which allows the heat in the food to continue to conduct to the centre thus eliminating cold spots See page 22 13 Keeping Your Oven Clean It is essential for the safe operation of the oven that it is wiped out regularly Use warm soapy water squeeze the cloth out well and use to remove any grease or food from the interior Pay particular attention to the doo...

Page 12: ...s to be absorbed by the water molecules in the food all foods contain water to a greater or lesser extent How Microwaves cook food The dish used to cook or reheat the food will get warm during cooking as the heat conducts from the food Even when micro waving oven gloves are required MICROWAVES CANNOT PASS THROUGH METAL AND THEREFORE METAL COOKING UTENSILS CAN NEVER BE USED IN A MICROWAVE FOR COOKI...

Page 13: ... 10 Weight Selection Pads 11 Stop Cancel Pad Before Cooking one press clears your instructions During Cooking one press temporarily stops the cooking program Another press cancels all your instructions and the time of day will appear in the display 12 Start Pad 1 10 2 7 6 3 11 12 8 The design of your control panel may vary from the panel displayed depending on colour but the words on the pads will...

Page 14: ...be pierced before cooking DO NOT ATTEMPT TO BOIL EGGS IN THEIR SHELLS PIERCING COVERING QUANTITY SPACING Small quantities cook faster than large quantities also small meals will reheat more quickly than large portions MOISTURE CONTENT Many fresh foods e g vegetables and fruit vary in their moisture content throughout the season particularly jacket potatoes For this reason cooking times may have to...

Page 15: ...d be turned after half the cooking time ARRANGING Individual foods e g chicken portions or chops should be placed on a dish so that the thicker parts are towards the outside CHECKING FOOD It is essential that food is checked during and after a recommended cooking time even if an AUTO PROGRAM has been used just as you would check food cooked in a conventional oven Return the food to the oven for fu...

Page 16: ...d Do not use lead crystal which may crack or arc CHINA AND CERAMIC Glazed china plates saucers bowls mugs and cups can be used if they are heat resistant Porcelain and ceramic are also ideal Fine bone china should only be used for reheating for short periods otherwise the change in temperature may crack the dish or craze the finish Do not use dishes with a metal rim or pattern Do not use jugs or m...

Page 17: ...per can be used to line the base of dishes and to cover fatty foods White paper plates can be used for SHORT REHEATING TIMES ON MICROWAVE ONLY WICKER WOOD STRAW BASKETS Do not use these items in your microwave With continued use and with prolonged exposure they will crack and could ignite DO NOT USE ON ANY COOKING MODE CLING FILM Use microwave cling film to cover food that is to be reheated or coo...

Page 18: ...f a 24 hour clock is set When the oven is first plugged in 88 88 appears in display window eg 11 25pm Timer This feature operates as a minute timer During operation there is no microwave energy Press the Timer Clock Pad once Display is blank Set desired time Maximum time is 90 minutes Press Start The time in the display will count down Using this system will make the oven controls inoperable howev...

Page 19: ...wave Cooking and Defrosting The glass turntable must always be in position when using the oven 270 Watts 200 Watts Wattage High Defrost Medium Low Warm 1 Press 2 Presses 3 Presses 4 Presses 5 Presses Multi Stage Cooking The oven has 2 stage cooking so you can program up to 2 different instructions and the oven will switch automatically from power to power Repeat steps 1 and 2 above but only press ...

Page 20: ...d before using the microwave or combination Press Grill Pad to select level 1 press grill 1 high 2 presses grill 2 medium 3 Presses grill 3 low The grill indicator light appears in the display Grilling Press Start Select Cooking time Time can be set up to 90 minutes CAUTION The GRILL rack must always be used with the glass turntable in position Remove grill rack from oven by holding the rack and h...

Page 21: ...he incorrect weight of food is used the GRILL rack has been damaged or a metal container has been used accidentally Arcing is flashes of blue light seen in the microwave If this occurs stop the oven immediately 6 Some foods should be cooked on combination without using the grill rack i e Roasts gratins pies and puddings The food should be placed in a heatproof non metallic dish and placed directly...

Page 22: ...ogram but these will require standing time to allow the centre to thaw out Standing time can be shortened if slices are separated and buns and loaves cut in half Items should be turned halfway during defrosting THIS PROGRAM IS NOT SUITABLE FOR CREAM CAKES OR DESSERTS e g cheesecake See defrosting charts on page 22 for standing times 2 Meat Items mince chops chicken portions NOT SUITABLE FOR SAUSAG...

Page 23: ... to cover the food 4 Always turn or stir the food especially when the oven beepsʼʼ Shield if necessary see point 6 5 Minced meat chops and other small items should be broken up or separated as soon as possible and placed in a single layer 6 Shielding prevents food cooking It is essential when defrosting chickens and joints of meat The outside thaws out first so protect wings breast and fat with sm...

Page 24: ...parate twice Shield if necessary 15 mins Stewing Steak 450g 1lb 9 mins Place in a suitable dish Break up frequently 30 mins Whole Chicken 450g 1lb 9 10 mins Place in a suitable dish on an upturned saucer or use a rack Turn 3 4 times Shield 60 mins Chicken Portions 450g 1lb 6 8 mins Place in a suitable dish in a single layer Turn twice Shield if necessary 30 45 mins Fish Whole 450g 1lb 7 8 mins Pla...

Page 25: ...microwave and grill together 1 Only cook foods within the weight ranges described 2 Only use the accessories as indicated 3 Do NOT cover food when using the Combi Cook programs as it will prevent the food browning and the heat of the grill will melt any plastic covering 4 Most foods benefit from a STANDING time after cooking on an Auto Program to allow heat to continue conducting to the centre 5 T...

Page 26: ...that can be stirred Foods must be in a suitable shallow microwaveable container and have the film pierced Select program 2 presses of micro cook pad enter weight and press start Stir halfway After cooking allow to stand for 1 minute Ensure that the food is piping hot Stir before serving 3 Fresh Vegetables 100g 800g To cook fresh vegetables eg carrots cauliflower not suitable for potatoes Place pre...

Page 27: ...le Select program 1 press of combi cook pad Enter weight Press start DO NOT COVER 1 Jacket Potatoes 200g 1000g 3 Chilled crispy top 300g 600g For reheating and browning chilled purchased savoury dishes eg Lasagne or Shepherds Pie Remove any lid or covering If in a foil container transfer to a similar sized heatproof dish and place on turntable If using heatproof plastic based dish that food is pur...

Page 28: ...s depend on meal contents Dense items e g mashed potato should be spread out well If a lot of gravy is added extra time may be required Place denser items to the outside of the plate Between 4 7 mins on HIGH power will reheat an average portion Do not stack meals CANNED FOODS Remove foods from can and place in a suitable dish before heating SOUPS Use a bowl and stir before heating and at least onc...

Page 29: ...ns 4 HIGH 40 60 secs or Grill 1 5 mins Rolls 1 HIGH 15 secs 2 21 2 mins 4 HIGH 30 40 secs 3 4 mins CANNED BEANS PASTA Baked Beans Ravioli in sauce 200 g HIGH 21 2 3 mins Place in a microwave safe bowl Cover and place on turntable 400 g HIGH 5 mins Spaghetti in Tomato Sauce 300 g HIGH 2 mins CANNED SOUPS Cream of Tomato 400 g HIGH 3 31 2 mins Place in a microwave safe bowl Cover and place on turnta...

Page 30: ...k on turntable 51 2 6 mins Mince Pies 90 g 2 HIGH 10 20 secs Place on a microwave safe plate Cover and place on turntable PLATED MEALS HOMEMADE CHILLED Child Size 1 HIGH 3 mins Place on a microwave safe plate Cover and place on turntable Adult Size 1 HIGH PUDDINGS DESSERTS N B Transfer food from foil containers to a similar sized microwave safe dish Bread Butter Pudding 340 g HIGH 31 2 4 mins Plac...

Page 31: ...uidelines BACON from raw Rashers 130 g 4 HIGH 3 31 2 mins or 50 60 secs per rasher Place on microwave safe rack or plate on turntable BEANS PULSES should be pre soaked except lentils Chick Peas 225 g HIGH Use 600 ml 1 pt boiling water in a large bowl Cover and place on turntable LOW 35 40 mins Lentils 225 g LOW 10 13 mins Red Kidney Beans 225 g HIGH 13 mins Use 600 ml 1 pt boiling water in a large...

Page 32: ... HIGH 20 secs 2 Eggs HIGH 1 min HIGH 1 min FISH FRESH from raw Fillets Steak Whole 450 g HIGH 5 7 mins Place in microwave safe dish Add 30 ml of liquid Cover Place on turntable FISH FRESH from frozen Haddock Fillets 380 g 4 HIGH 5 6 mins Place in microwave safe dish Add 30 ml of liquid Cover Place on turntable Whole 450 g 2 HIGH Boil in the Bag 170 g 1 DEFROST 4 mins Place bag sauce side down on a...

Page 33: ... safe dish or rack Cover and place on turntable turn joint over halfway Drain off fat during cooking LOW 8 9 mins per 450 g 1lb PORRIDGE N B Use a large bowl 1 serving 1 2 cup oats HIGH 21 2 3mins Add 1 cup of water or milk Stir halfway 2 servings 1 cup oats HIGH 5 51 2 mins Add 2 cups of water or milk Stir halfway POTATO PRODUCTS Part Cooked FROZEN Croquettes 300 g Combi 2 20 mins Place on grill ...

Page 34: ...50 g 9 oz each 1 HIGH Wash and prick skins Place directly on turntable After cooking stand for 5 mins wrapped in foil 2 HIGH FROZEN VEGETABLES Place in shallow microwave safe dish Beans green Carrots 450 g HIGH Add 30 ml 2 tbsp water Cover Place on turntable Cauliflower 450 g HIGH 10 10 mins Peas 450 g HIGH mins POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microw...

Page 35: ...h a little of the milk then stir in remaining milk Add to the mushroom mixture 4 Cover and cook on HIGH power for 5 mins or until thickened Season and serve with cream swirled on top Dish 20 cm 8 casserole 1 Cover and cook macaroni in 450 ml 3 4pt boiling water on HIGH power for 5 7 mins or until soft Drain 2 Place courgettes and bacon in a bowl Cover and cook on HIGH power for 3 4 mins or until s...

Page 36: ...or until well cooked through Stir halfway Ingredients 3 4 cloves garlic crushed 1 cm 1 4 piece fresh ginger grated 50 g 2 oz ground almonds 45 ml 3 tbsp water 3 whole cardamom pods 2 cloves 2 5 cm 1 stick of cinnamon 1 onion chopped 30 ml 2 tbsp oil 450 g 1 lb boned lamb trimmed and cut into cubes 5 ml 1 tsp ground coriander 5 ml 1 tsp ground cumin 1 5 ml 1 4 tsp garam masala 1 5 ml 1 4 tsp cayenn...

Page 37: ...meric 3 ml 1 2tsp five spice powder 3 ml 1 2tsp coriander seeds 3 ml 1 2tsp cumin seeds Chicken Satay Serves 2 Dish 4 wooden skewers shallow dish 1 For the serving sauce Crumble 25 g 1oz of creamed coconut into a large jug Add the peanut butter 15 ml 1tbsp of the lemon juice 15 ml 1tbsp of the soy sauce the chilli powder and 150 ml 1 4 pt water Cook on HIGH power for 4 5 mins or until the sauce bo...

Page 38: ...y powder lemon rind and juice and fish stock Cover and cook on HIGH power for 3 mins stirring halfway through the cooking time 4 Stir in the remaining ingredients except the coconut cover and cook on HIGH power for 4 5 mins or until fish flakes stirring occasionally 5 Break up the coconut with a fork then stir into the curry Ingredients 450 g 1 lb smoked haddock 30 ml 2tbsp lemon juice 15 ml 1tbsp...

Page 39: ...n 2 Melt butter on HIGH power for 20 30 secs Stir in flour and mustard Cook for a further 20 secs Add milk gradually Stir well and season Cook on HIGH power for approx 4 mins or until sauce is thick and bubbling Stir once halfway during cooking 3 Stir in 50 g 2oz grated cheese Pour the sauce over the cauliflower Top with remaining cheese and breadcrumbs Ingredients 1 medium aubergine diced salt 15...

Page 40: ...z currants 25 g 1oz chopped nuts Christmas Puddings Serves 4 Dish 4 ramekins base lined 1 Place all ingredients into a large mixing bowl and stir until throroughly mixed 2 Divide mixture equally between the ramekins 3 Place towards outer edge of the turntable and cook on HIGH power for 9 11 mins or until cooked Ingredients 15 ml 1tbsp golden syrup 2 pineapple slices drained 2 glacé cherries 50 g 2...

Page 41: ...sing flour 5 ml 1 tsp baking powder 5 ml 1 tsp vanilla essence 15 ml 1 tbsp Camp coffee essence 100 ml 31 2 fl oz milk 75 g 3 oz butter 150 g 5 oz caster sugar 2 eggs lightly beaten Butterscotch sauce 45 g 1 3 4 oz butter 120 ml 8 tbsp soft brown sugar 200 ml 7 fl oz whipping cream 15 ml 1 tbsp vanilla essence Date Puddings and Butterscotch Sauce Serves 6 Dish Large microwave pudding bowl 1 Pour 1...

Page 42: ...uble this mixture as it will boil over Sauces Jam Custard Dish 1 litre 2pt jug 1 Mix together the custard powder sugar and a little milk to form a smooth paste 2 Blend in the remaining milk whisking well 3 Cook on HIGH power for 4 6 mins Whisk well halfway through cooking time and again at the end Ingredients 30 ml 2tbsp custard power 15 ml 1tbsp sugar 600 ml 1pt cold milk White Pouring Sauce Dish...

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