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COOKING GUIDE
cooking guide
microWavEs
Microwave energy actually penetrates food, attracted and absorbed by its water, fat and
sugar content.
The microwaves cause the molecules in the food to move rapidly. The rapid movement of
these molecules creates friction and the resulting heat cooks the food.
cooking
Cookware for microwave cooking:
Cookware must allow microwave energy to pass through it for maximum efficiency.
Microwaves are reflected by metal, such as stainless steel, aluminium and copper, but
they can penetrate through ceramic, glass, porcelain and plastic as well as paper and
wood. So food must never be cooked in metal containers.
Food suitable for microwave cooking:
Many kinds of food are suitable for microwave cooking, including fresh or frozen
vegetables, fruit, pasta, rice, grains, beans, fish, and meat. Sauces, custard, soups,
steamed puddings, preserves, and chutneys can also be cooked in a microwave oven.
Generally speaking, microwave cooking is ideal for any food that would normally be
prepared on a hob. Melting butter or chocolate, for example (see the chapter with tips,
techniques and hints).
Covering during cooking
To cover the food during cooking is very important, as the evaporated water rises as
steam and contributes to cooking process. Food can be covered in different ways: e.g.
with a ceramic plate, plastic cover or microwave suitable cling film.
Standing times
After cooking is over food the standing time is important to allow the temperature to even
out within the food.
Cooking Guide for frozen vegetables
Use a suitable glass pyrex bowl with lid. Cook covered for the minimum time – see table.
Continue cooking to get the result you prefer.
Stir twice during cooking and once after cooking. Add salt, herbs or butter after cooking.
Cover during standing time.
food
serving size
power
Time (min.)
Spinach
150 g
600 W
5-6
instructions
Add 15 ml (1 tbsp.) cold water. Serve after 2-3 minutes standing.
Broccoli
300 g
600 W
8-9
instructions
Add 30 ml (2 tbsp.) cold water. Serve after 2-3 minutes standing.
Peas
300 g
600 W
7-8
instructions
Add 15 ml (1 tbsp.) cold water. Serve after 2-3 minutes standing.
Green Beans
300 g
600 W
7½-8½
instructions
Add 30 ml (2 tbsp.) cold water. Serve after 2-3 minutes standing.
Mixed
Vegetables
(Carrots/Peas/
Corn)
300 g
600 W
7-8
instructions
Add 15 ml (1 tbsp.) cold water. Serve after 2-3 minutes standing.
Mixed
Vegetables
(Chinese style)
300 g
600 W
7½-8½
instructions
Add 15 ml (1 tbsp.) cold water. Serve after 2-3 minutes standing.
Cooking Guide for fresh vegetables
Use a suitable glass pyrex bowl with lid. Add 30-45 ml cold water (2-3 tbsp.) for every
250 g unless another water quantity is recommended – see table. Cook covered for the
minimum time – see table. Continue cooking to get the result you prefer. Stir once during
and once after cooking. Add salt, herbs or butter after cooking. Cover during a standing
time of 3 minutes.
hint:
Cut the fresh vegetables into even sized pieces. The smaller they are cut,
the quicker they will cook.
food
serving size
power
Time (min.)
Broccoli
250 g
500 g
900 W
4½-5
7-8
instructions
Prepare even sized florets. Arrange the stems to the centre. Serve
after 3 minutes standing.
Brussels
Sprouts
250 g
900 W
6-6½
instructions
Add 60-75 ml (5-6 tbsp.) water. Serve after 3 minutes standing.
Carrots
250 g
900 W
4½-5
instructions
Cut carrots into even sized slices. Serve after 3 minutes standing.
Cauliflower
250 g
500 g
900 W
5-5½
7½-8½
instructions
Prepare even sized florets. Cut big florets into halves. Arrange
stems to the centre. Serve after 3 minutes standing.
Courgettes
250 g
900 W
4-4½
instructions
Cut courgettes into slices. Add 30 ml (2 tbsp.) water or a knob of
butter. Cook until just tender. Serve after 3 minutes standing.
Egg Plants
250 g
900 W
3½-4
instructions
Cut egg plants into small slices and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon
lemon juice. Serve after 3 minutes standing.
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