Goldstar MA2120B, Инструкция для владельцев и по приготовлению пищи

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Successful Cooking
SPECIAL TECHNIQUES
Browning
Meats and poultry that are cooked fifteen minutes or longer brown lightly in their own
fat. Foods that are cooked for a shorter period of time may be brushed with a
browning sauce to achieve an appetizing color.
The most commonly used browning sauces are Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce,
and barbecue sauce. Add relatively small amounts of browning sauces to foods so
that you don’t alter the original flavor of the recipes.
Covering with a lid or cling-film
A cover traps heat and steam and causes food to cook more quickly. You may either
use a lid or microwave cling-film with a corner folded back to prevent splitting.
Covering with waxed paper
Waxed paper effectively prevents spattering and helps food retain some heat. Since it
makes a looser cover than a lid or cling-film, it allows the food to dry out slightly.
Wrapping in waxed paper or paper towel
Sandwiches and many other foods containing pre-baked bread should be wrapped
prior to cooking to prevent drying out.
Arranging and spacing
Individual foods such as baked potatoes, small cakes, and
hors d’oeuvres heat more evenly if placed in the oven an equal distance apart,
preferably in a circular pattern. Never stack foods on top of one another.
Stirring
Stirring is one of the most important of all microwaving techniques. In conventional
cooking, you stir foods to blend them. You need to stir microwaved food to spread and
redistribute heat. Always stir from the outside towards the center since the outside of
the food heats first.
Turning over
Large foods such as roasts and whole chickens should be turned so that the top and
bottom cook evenly. It is also a good idea to turn cut-up chicken and chops.
Placing thicker portions near the edge
Since microwaves are attracted to the outer portion of foods, it makes sense to place
thicker portions of meat, poultry and fish near the outer edge of the baking dish. In this
way, thicker portions receive the most microwave energy and the food cooks evenly.