Converting Standard Recipes/Cooking Times For Slow Cooking - Ambiano XJ-13220F1 Manual Del Usuario

Guide to slow cooking
halve the liquid content. However, after cooking if the liquid quantity is
excessive, remove the lid and cook for around 30–45 minutes at a high heat
until the liquid has reduced by the desired amount.
− Always ensure that hot liquid is used when adding to the ceramic bowl
during cooking. Adding cold liquids may cause the ceramic bowl to crack.
− Never place frozen meat or poultry in the slow cooker. It must always be
thoroughly defrosted first.
− Always cook with the lid on. Frequent lifting of the lid during cooking will
extend the cooking time. Do not lift the lid during the first half of the cooking
time.
− Always ensure the food is thoroughly cooked before eating.
− Do not use the slow cooker to reheat food. The temperature rise of a slow
cooker is not fast enough to re-heat cooked food.
− The slow cooker can operate at a low heat all day and night if required. At a
high heat, foods will cook in approximately half the cooking time required at
a low heat. When cooking at a high heat, additional liquid may be required.
− Do not leave the slow cooker unattended when you are cooking at a high
heat as the contents may boil dry.
− General guidelines for slow cooking different types of meat:
Meat
Beef roast
Beef brisket
Turkey breast
Whole chicken
Chicken pieces,
bone-in
Fully cooked ham
Pork tenderloin
Pork roast
Pork chops
Converting standard recipes/cooking times for slow
cooking
− Vegetables such as carrots, potatoes and turnips require a longer cooking
time. Place them at the bottom of the bowl and cover them with liquid.
− Only add fresh milk or yogurt during the last 2 hours of the cooking time.
Evaporated milk can be added at the start of cooking.
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Weight (approx.)
3 lb (1.5 kg)
4–5 lb (2 kg)
6–7 lb (3 kg)
4–6 lb (2.5 kg)
3–4 lb (1.5 kg)
7.5 lb (3.5 kg)
2–3 lb (1 kg)
4–5 lb (2 kg)
2–3 lb (1 kg)
Low heat
3–4 hours
8 hours
6–7 hours
6 hours
4–5 hours
4–5 hours
2–3 hours
4–5 hours
5 hours
High heat
1 hours
6 hours
3–4 hours
4 hours
1.5 hours
3 hours
1.5–2 hours
2–2.5 hours
2–3 hours