Binatone MRFP-8810 D - Manual (Page 8)

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of the preset programme.
Maximum delay time is 24 hours.
Note: during the process of cooking it is not allowed
to leave the appliance unsupervised, because it
is necessary to control the water level and add
water when needed.
When setting the delay timer function, press the “+” and “ ”
buttons together to exit the selection mode and return to the
main menu.
For complete cancellation of the delay timer function, press the
“START/STOP” button.
Cooking
Food (with the exception of frozen vegetables) to be steam
cooked must be completely defrosted. Do not salt products before
cooking and do not use food dressings. Sauces, seasonings and
food dressings should be added after cooking. The tables pre-
sented below contain recommendations on cooking different prod-
ucts provided that these products are laid in one layer. If several
containers are used, the cooking time will increase since the same
amount of vapor is employed for a bigger volume of products. If
you put products in upper containers, cooking time shall also be
increased.
Do not forget: the further products are away from the heating
element, the longer the food cooking process will be. Cooking time
should be increased if products are layered in the basket. In this
case, all slices of the product must be either of equal size, or
bigger slices must be laid on the bottom.
To determine the exact cooking time and achieve the desired
result, you will need to experiment at first. If you are using a food
steamer for the first time, follow the guidelines written in the tables
or tips on the base (10), checking the degree of food readiness
from time to time.
Always put meat and chicken in the lowest basket this is to
prevent liquid coming into contact with other foods. The liquids
gathered in the steam condensing tank can be used for making
the sauce or gravy.
Remember that fish is ready when it is white and flaky. Meat is
ready when the juices run clear. Cook greens like cabbage, broc-
coli, etc., very quickly to keep a good colour and texture.
Keeping an eye on cooking time is necessary. If you noticed
that most of the product in the basket is ready, turn it over using a
long handled spoon and oven gloves. Upon finishing the cooking
time, immediately remove the containers from the food steamer,
otherwise the cooking process continues. Put the containers on a
dish or food-tray to let any remaining water disappear. Then
serve your foods.
Rice
There are several kinds of rice, so follow the guidelines.
Carefully measure the required amount of rice and water and