Sunbeam ST6820 manuale d’uso

Please read these instructions carefully and retain for future reference. Please read these instructions carefully and retain for future reference. V i t a S t e a m E l e c t r o n i c Programmable Food Steamer Instruction Booklet ST6820[...]

Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions 1 Features of your VitaSteam Electronic 2 An Introduction to Steam Cooking 4 Using your VitaSteam Electronic 5 For Best Results when Steaming 6 Guide to the Instant Steam Function 7 Guide to Water Levels 7 Guide to using the Steaming T rays 8 Guide to using the Rice Bowl 8 Care and Cleaning 9 Guide to Cooking T imes V[...]

1 S u n b e a m ’ s S a f e t y P r e c a u t i o n s S AFE TY PRE CAU TIO NS FOR YOUR SU NBEA M VIT AST EAM E LECT RON IC. • En sure your s team er is u sed at leas t 50c m (h alf a me tre ) awa y from a gas fl ame or el ectr ic el eme nt. • Do no t ope rat e the st eam er on a n incl ine d su rfac e. • Do no t mov e or co ver th e ste ame[...]

H R MIN SET MAX MIN 6 cup capacity rice bowl The separate rice bowl cooks up to 6 cups of perfect, light and fluffy rice every time. 3 steaming trays Enables you to cook your entire meal using one appliance. Steam seafood, poultry or other meats in the lower tray , then add the upper trays to steam nutritious vegetables. The steaming trays are shat[...]

H R MIN SET MAX MIN 3 External water fill hole Allows you to add water to the steamer without removing the steaming trays. Removable drip tray Collects the fats, juices and condensation during steaming, and is removable for easy cleaning. An instant steam sleeve built into the drip tray helps to generate steam in as little as 30 seconds. Water leve[...]

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Sunbeam V itaSteam Electronic food steamer . Y ou will now be able to enjoy the benefits and convenience of steam cooking. Steaming is one of the healthiest cooking methods available, as it requires no fats or oils. Steaming ensures that fruit and vegetables retain vitamins and minerals required for a bal[...]

5 Before using your VitaSteam Electronic for the first time, wash the steaming trays, rice bowl, lid and drip tray in warm soapy water . Rinse and dry thoroughly . Operate the Steamer for 15 minutes using a solution of 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 2 cups water in the reservoir . Note: Y ou may notice a slight odour during this first operation. This[...]

6 F o r B e s t R e s u l t s w h e n S t e a m i n g The cooking times stated in this booklet are a guide only . The steaming time required for specific foods is affected by the following: • The size, quality and the temperature of the food to begin with. • The degree to which you like your food cooked. • The temperature of the water used fo[...]

7 The V itaSteam Electronic features an Instant Steam function that will enable steam to be generated in as little as 30 seconds. For this feature to operate you must place the removable drip tray with instant steam sleeve in position. The instant steam sleeve concentrates a small amount of water around the exposed heating element, quickly bringing[...]

8 The V itaSteam Electronic comes with three steaming trays. The appliance can operate with all trays stacked on top of each other or with just one tray in position. See Figure 3. The base of each tray can also be removed to allow for larger food items. See Figure 4. Place the largest piece of food with the longest cooking time in the lowest steami[...]

9 Before cleaning your Sunbeam VitaSteam Electronic, ensure the power is turned off at the power outlet and the plug removed. W ash the rice bowl, steaming trays, drip tray and the lid in warm, soapy water , rinse and dry . DO NOT wash in dishwasher as the hot water temperatures and harsh detergents may eventually warp and scratch these parts. DO N[...]

10 The following are some handy hints on steaming vegetables: 1. Before steaming, wash the vegetables thoroughly . 2. Cut off stems and peel if desired. 3. Cut vegetable to the desired size (smaller pieces steam faster than larger ones). 4. T o retain the vegetables' flavours and nutrients, steam until just tender, but still slightly firm. 5. [...]

11 V e ge t ab l es – gu i de t o c oo k in g ti m es ( co n ti n ue d ) VEGET ABLE QUANTITY APPROX TIME IN MINUTES Mushrooms 500g, whole 7 Onions 250g, thinly sliced 12 Parsnip 500g, peeled and sliced 12 Peas 500g, shelled 17 Peppers (capsicums) 500g, halved, seeds removed 7 Snow peas 100g, topped 3 Sugar snap peas 150g, topped 3 Potatoes 1.-New[...]

12 The following are some handy hints on cooking rice in the rice bowl provided: 1. W ash rice well under cold running water , using a fine sieve. 2. Place rice and wat er int o the rice bowl. Place rice bowl in the top steami ng tray . 3. Cover with the lid and set the timer . 4. For firmer rice, slightly decrease the amount of water specified in [...]

13 The following are some handy hints on steaming fish and seafood: 1. Place fish in the steaming tray . 2. If fish or seafood is to be poached or cooked in a sauce, use the rice bowl. 3. Add lemon wedges, herbs and seasoning before steaming, as desired. 4. Add butter or margarine after steaming, if desired. 5. Fish is cooked when it flakes easily [...]

14 T o following are some handy hints on steaming chicken and poultry: 1. Select pieces of poultry of similar size for even cooking. 2. Arrange poultry in a single layer in the steaming tray , to facilitate even cooking. 3. The removal of fat and skin is recommended. 4. If some colour is desired, brown poultry well in a non-stick frypan before stea[...]

15 The following are some handy hints for cooking eggs in the VitaSteam Electronic: 1. The Steamer is ideal for boiling, poaching or scrambling eggs. 2. Using the steaming tray , eggs may be cooked in the shell or cracked into individual size heatproof dishes. 3. Scrambled eggs may be prepared in the rice bowl. 4. Large eggs will require slightly l[...]

16 R e c i p e s BREAKF AST Breakfast Eggs Serves: 4 Preparation: 10 mins Cooking: 25 mins 8 cherry tomatoes, quartered 4 rashers bacon, fat trimmed, finely chopped 4 eggs 1. Scatter tomatoes equally among four 1 cup capacity ramekins. T op with bacon. 2. Crack an egg over tomato mixture. Cover with plastic wrap. 3. Place ramekins in steaming trays[...]

17 Chicken Gow Gee Makes: 24 Preparation: 15 minutes Cooking: 12 minutes ¼ cup sliced dried shiitake mushrooms 200g lean chicken mince 1 tablespoon finely chopped, unsalted, roasted peanuts 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 green shallot, finely chopped 1 fresh long red chilli, deseeded, finely chopped 2 teaspoons hoisin sauce 24 fresh gow gee wrappers 1.[...]

18 Steamed Pork Buns Makes: 6 Preparation: 20 minutes (+ 4 hours marinating & 1 hour proving time) Cooking: 30 minutes 400g pork midloin chops ¼ cup hoisin sauce 2 tablespoons salt-reduced soy sauce 3 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder 1 garlic clove, crushed 1¼ cups plain flour 3 t[...]

19 Asparagus with Lemon Butter Serves: 4 Preparation: 5 mins Cooking: 12 mins 2 bunches asparagus 40g butter , melted (or 2 teaspoons olive oil) 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 teaspoons finely chopped parsley cracked black pepper 1. Arrange asparagus evenly in steaming tray . Place lid on and set timer (12 mins). 2. T ransfer asparagus onto a serving [...]

20 Saffron Rice Serves: 4 Preparation: 5 minutes Cooking: 30 minutes 1 cup uncooked white rice 2-3 threads of saffron, or pinch saffron powder 1 small brown onion, finely chopped 1. Place rice into the rice cooker bowl. Combine the saffron with 1 cup of water in a jug. Pour over rice and add the onion. 2. Position the rice cooker bowl in a steaming[...]

21 R ec i pe s (c o nt i nu e d) MAIN MEALS Cabbage Rolls Makes: 12 Preparation: 20 minutes Cooking: 40 minutes 6 large Savoy cabbage leaves, hard core removed, cut in half 1 brown onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed 500g lean veal mince 1½ cups vegetable or chicken stock 2 tablespoons tomato paste ½ cup long grain white rice 100g baby[...]

22 Vietnamese Pork in Lettuce Cups Serves: 4 Preparation: 15 minutes (+ 3 hours marinating time) Cooking: 20 minutes 1 (160g) pork fillet 5cm piece fresh ginger , peeled, finely chopped 2 tablespoons fish sauce ½ bunch coriander , leaves picked 2 medium carrots, peeled, cut into matchsticks 6 green shallots, ends trimmed, cut into matchsticks 16 m[...]

23 5. Place cream and garlic in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add ½ cup pesto and bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low . Add gnocchi and cook, shaking pan occasionally , for 5 minutes or until sauce thickens slightly . Spoon among serving bowls. T op with shaved parmesan. Serve. NOTE: Pesto will keep in an airtight container in the fridge [...]

24 R ec i pe s (c o nt i nu e d) Scallops with Chilli Ginger Dressing Makes: 12 Preparation: 10 mins Cooking: 5-7 mins 1 green shallot, ends trimmed, thinly sliced 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 tablespoon sweet chilli sauce 1 tablespoon lime juice 12 scallops, in half shell ½ fresh long red chilli, halved lengthways, deseeded, thinly sliced 3cm piece [...]

25 R ec i pe s (c o nt i nu e d) Herb Salmon Cutlets Serves: 4 Preparation: 10 minutes Cooking: 25 minutes 2 (160g each) salmon cutlets 2 brown onions, halved, thinly sliced 1 lemon, rind grated, juiced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill Mixed green salad, to serve 1. Arrange salmon in a steaming tray . T [...]

26 R ec i pe s (c o nt i nu e d) Soy Chicken & Omelette Salad Serves: 4 Preparation: 10 minutes (+ 1 hour marinating time) Cooking: 25 minutes 2 single chicken breast fillets cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 tablespoon sesame oil 2 garlic cloves, crushed 80g snow pea sprouts, chopped 2 medium carrots, peeled, coarsely grated 1 fresh lon[...]

27 R ec i pe s (c o nt i nu e d) R ec i pe s (c o nt i nu e d) Lamb Biryani Serves: 4 Preparation: 10 minutes (+ 6 hours or overnight marinating time) Cooking: 45 minutes 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon garam marsala ½ teaspoon ground turmeric 3cm piece fresh peeled ginger , finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed bu[...]

28 Banana Pudding Serves: 4 Preparation: 10 minutes Cooking: 45 minutes 60g butter , melted ½ cup firmly packed brown sugar 1 cup self-raising flour ¾ cup milk 1 overripe banana, mashed 1 egg ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon vanilla ice cream or custard, to serve 1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and stir until smooth. Spoon into rice cooker [...]

29 R ec i pe s (c o nt i nu e d) Steamed Christmas Pudding Serves: 4 Preparation: 25 minutes Cooking: 3 ½ hours melted butter , to grease 500g mixed dried fruit ½ cup brown sugar , firmly packed 90g butter cup sherry or brandy ½ teaspoon bicarbonate of soda 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1 cup self-raising flour ½ teaspoon mixed spice 1. Brush a 6 cup [...]

30 R ec i pe s (c o nt i nu e d) V anilla Bean Crème Brûlée Makes: 6 Preparation: 15 minutes (+ 6 hours or overnight chilling time) Cooking: 50 minutes 2 cups pouring cream (35% fat) ½ cup caster sugar 1 vanilla bean, split 3 egg yolks 1½ tablespoons caster sugar , extra 1. Combine the cream, sugar and vanilla in a medium heavy based saucepan [...]

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Should you experience any difficulties with your appliance, please phone our customer service line for advice on 1300 881 861 in Australia, or 0800 786 232 in New Zealand. Alternatively , you can send a written claim to Sunbeam at the address listed below . On receipt of your claim, Sunbeam will seek to resolve your difficulties or , if the applian[...]

is a registered trademark. Need help with your appliance? Contact our customer service team or visit our website for information and tips on getting the most from your appliance. In Australia Visit www .sunbeam.com.au Or call 1300 881 861 In New Zealand Visit www .sunbeam.co.nz Or call 0800 786 232 ‘Vi taSt eam’ is a tra dema rk of Su nbea m Co[...]