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    V ersaCook ™ Multi Cooker X5 Deep Fryer , Frypan, Slow Cooker , Saucepan, Steamer Instruction/Recipe Booklet MU2000 Please read these instructions carefully and retain for future reference.[...]

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    Contents Important instructions – retain for future use. Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions 2 Features of your V ersaCook Multi Cooker 4 The Control Panel 6 Cooking Modes settings 7 Cooking Modes settings table 8 Using your V ersaCook in the Slow Cooker mode 9 Using your V ersaCook in the Cook mode (saucepan and food steamer) 10 Using your V ersaCook[...]

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    2 Sunbeam’ s Safety Precautions SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR MUL TI COOKER • Do not plug in or switch on the unit without having the aluminium pan inside the multi cooker unit. • Do not operate the unit without food or liquid in the pan. • F[...]

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    3 Sunbeam is very safety conscious when designing and manufacturing consumer products, but it is essential that the product user also exercise care when using an electrical appliance. Listed below are precautions which are essential for the safe use of an electrical appliance: • Read carefully and save all the instructions[...]

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    4 Lid The lid has a viewing window to monitor your cooking. Remove the lid whilst deep frying. Min and Max Markings inside the pan T h e M I N a nd MA Xm ar ki ng s  inside the pan are for oil used in the Deep[...]

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    5 Non-stick Aluminium Pan The pan is to be used inside the unit for all cooking modes. Dishwasher safe for easy cleaning. When empty the pan sits in a slightly raised position above the base of the unit. Easy Grip Pan Handles For safe use. No[...]

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    6 The Control Panel Thecontrol panel on the VersaCookMulti Cooker X5 is designed to ensure easy use and to make cooking a pleasure. Choose from the 4 cooking menus – Slow Cook, Cook (for Boiling water , Dry Roasting and Food Steaming)[...]

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    7 Cooking Menu Settings TheVersaCookMulti Cooker X5 has 5 cooking menus. Slow Cooking Slow Cooking achieves flavour filled meals and tender moist meats cooked to perfection. As the name suggests, meals are cooked over a long period of time. Slow[...]

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    8 Cooking Mode Settings T able Cooking Mode Slow Cooker Saucepan Food Steamer Frypan Deep Fryer Menu Slow Cook Cook Cook Brown Deep Fryer Maximum Programmable Cooking T ime 9 hours 2hours 2 hours 2 hours 2 hours Minimum Programmable Cooking T ime 30 mins 5 mins 5mins 5 mins 5 mins Default Coo[...]

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    9 Before using your V ersaCook for the first time, remove the aluminium pan and lid and wash them in warm soapy water . Place the V ersaCook on a flat, level surface. Plug in the unit. The unit will beep. The V ersaCook will default [...]

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    10 Using your V ersaCook in the Cook mode Use the Cook mode to use the V ersaCook as a Saucepan, Dry Roasting Pan or as a Food Steamer . Before using your V ersaCook for the first time, remove the aluminium pan and lid and wash them in war[...]

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    11 Using your V ersaCook in the Brown (Frypan) mode Before using your V ersaCook for the first time, remove the aluminium pan and lid and wash them in warm soapy water . Place the V ersaCook on a flat, level surface. Plug in the unit. The unit will[...]

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    12 Using your V ersaCook in the Deep Fryer mode Before using your V ersaCook for the first time, remove the aluminium pan, lid and basket and wash them in warm soapy water . Place the V ersaCook on a flat, level surface away from any heating source[...]

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    13 Using your VersaCook in the Deep Fryer mode - continued General cooking method (For pre-cooked, crumbed, floured or wrapped food.) 1.  Ensure the oil has reached the required temperature. Remove the lid, lift the basket and put it on the rest (3) so that[...]

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    14 Hints for perfect deep frying 1.  Never use the fryer without oil. 2.  Always use the best quality oil possible. W e recommend corn, nut, seed or light olive oil. Never use butter , margarine or regular olive oil or extra virgin olive o[...]

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    15 Deep Frying times and temperatures guide FISH AND SEAFOOD TYPE MAXIMUM TEMPERA TURE APPROX. TIME SUGGESTIONS QTY °C (MIN) PRA WNS  Fresh 600g 170C 5-7 Crumb/batter  Frozen 600g 190C 3-5 Fry frozen FISH  Small pieces 400g 170C 3-5 Crumb / batter  Fresh fillets 600g 150C 7-10[...]

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    16 Deep Frying times and temperatures guide - continued VEGET ABLES TYPE MAXIMUM TEMPERA TURE APPROX. TIME SUGGESTIONS QTY °C (MIN) VEGET ABLES  Beans 200g 170C 2-4 T empura  Broccoli /Cauliflower 250g 170C 3-5 T empura or batter  Eggplant (slices) 150g 170C 4-6 Batter  Mushrooms whole[...]

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    17 The Perfect Chip 1ST FRY (BLANCH) 2ND FRY  Thin fries - french fries 130°C 5 min 190°C 5min  Thick chips 130°C 7-8 min 190°C 7-8min  W edges 130°C 10 min 180°C 10min Allow oil to heat up to 2nd temperature before re-immersing the [...]

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    18 Care and Cleaning Cleaning should only be carried out when the V ersaCook is switched off and the plug removed from the socket. Allow the unit to completely cool before cleaning. Do not use the aluminium pan on the stovetop, inside a mi[...]

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    19 Hints and T ips Don’t be scared to experiment with your V ersaCook. With your V ersaCook, there is a myriad of possibilities. Slow Cooker • Slow cooking is perfect for the cheaper , tough cuts of meats as the lengthy cooking process tenderises?[...]

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    20 Hints and T ips - continued Roasts • Withyour VersaCook,you can roast a whole chicken as well as whole pieces of meat. T ry lamb, beef, veal and pork by simply using the Slow Cook function. • Roasts can be cooked without the addition?[...]

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    21 Hints and T ips - continued Stocks • Many recipes use stock as part of the ingredients. A good stock is also the base of a great soup. Stocks can be bought at supermarkets; however , nothing beats the flavour of a homemade stock. • [...]

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    22 22 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Strong smell  Oil has gone bad. Replace oil.   The correct oil is not being used. Use only high quality oil.     Do not mix oils of a     different quality or type. Oil overflowing  Fryer is fill[...]

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    Recipes Chicken Stock  Makes: 2.5 litres 2 chicken carcases 2 onions, chopped 2 celery stalks, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 4 bay leaves 2 teaspoons black peppercorns 1 bunch parsley stems 2.5 litres water Salt to taste 1. Place all ingredients in the pan.[...]

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    24 Recipes continued Beef Stock Makes: 2.5 litres 1 tablespoon oil 1.5kg meaty beef bones 1 onion, chopped 1 celery stalk, chopped 1 carrot, chopped 2 bay leaves 1 teaspoon black peppercorns 2.5 litres water Salt to taste 1. Using the Brown function, heat the [...]

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    25 Pea and Ham Soup Serves: 4-6 2 onions, finely chopped 2 celery stalks, finely chopped 1 large potato, peeled, finely chopped 500g split green peas, well rinsed, drained 1kg smoked ham hock 2 bay leaves 3 thyme sprigs 5 cups water Salt and pepper , to [...]

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    26 Recipes continued American Pork Ribs Serves:6 1 tablespoon olive oil 2kg American-style pork ribs Pepper , to taste 2 ¼ cups tomato sauce 1 ½ cups apple cider vinegar ½ cup W orcestershire sauce ¾ cup brown sugar ¹⁄ ³  cup American mustard 3 cloves gar[...]

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    27 Beer Batter 1 ¼ cups self-raising flour pinch of salt 375ml cold beer 1. Place flour and salt in a bowl. Gradually whisk in beer until smooth.  Rest for 1 hour . 2. Heat oil to 190ºC. 3. Dip the desired food into the batter and?[...]

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    28 Recipes continued Curry Puffs Makes: 24 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 400g beef mince 1 clove garlic, crushed 2 teaspoons curry powder ¼ cup mango chutney 24 wonton wrappers 1 egg white, lightly beaten 1. Using the Brown function,[...]

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    29 Recipes continued 4. Using the Deep Fry function heat the oil to 180°C. Deep fry in batches until golden brown, about 4 – 5 minutes. 5. Drain on absorbent paper towel and serve with soy sauce or sweet chilli sauce if desired. Sout[...]

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    30 Recipes continued Buttermilk Donuts Makes: approx. 15 2 teaspoons dry yeast 1 ¼ cups buttermilk, warmed ¼ cup caster sugar 4 cups plain flour 1 teaspoon salt ¼ cup light olive oil 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1. In a small bowl, whisk the yeast into t[...]

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    31 Recipes continued Wedges 1. Cut unpeeled potatoes into thick wedges. Soak in cold water for 1 hour , changing the water regularly to remove excess starch. Drain and pat dry with paper towel. 2. Heat oil to 170°C. Deep fry potatoes in b[...]

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    32 Recipes continued Deep Fried Ice Cream Serves: 6 1 litre vanilla ice-cream 250g digestive biscuits 2 eggs 2 tablespoons milk Caramel sauce, to serve 1. Workingquickly , roll ice cream into 6 round balls and place in the freezer on a metal tray lined w[...]

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    33 Recipes continued Caramelised Onions Makes: 2 cups 1 tablespoon olive oil 1.5kg brown onions, thinly sliced ¼ cup brown sugar ¼ cup balsamic sugar Salt and pepper , to taste 1. Using the Brown function, heat oil on 150°C. When heated, set timer for[...]

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    34 Recipes continued San Choy Bow Serves: 2-3 1 tablespoon peanut oil 500g pork mince 4 coriander roots and stems, finely chopped 1 long red chilli, sliced 4 cloves garlic, crushed ¹⁄ ³  cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons fish sauce 2 kaffir lime leaves, finely[...]

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    35 Recipes continued Bechamel Sauce Makes: approx. 2 cups 80g butter ¹⁄ ³  cup plain flour 1 litre milk, warmed ½ teaspoon salt Pepper , to taste ½ cup grated parmesan 1. Using the Brown function, melt butter on 190°C. Add the flour and stir vigorous[...]

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    36 Recipes continued Mussels in Green Curry Sauce Serves: 4-6 2 x 400mls cans coconut milk 2 teaspoons green curry paste 1 cup fish stock ½ cup chopped fresh basil 1 stalk lemongrass, finely chopped ¼ cup lime juice 2 tablespoons fish sauce 2 teaspoons lime [...]

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    37 Recipes continued T raditional V anilla Custard 2 cups milk 2 cups thickened cream 1 vanilla bean 8 egg yolks 2 tablespoons cornflour ½ cup caster sugar 1. Using the Cook function on LOW add milk and cream to the pan. 2. Use a sharp knife to sp[...]

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    38 Recipes continued Steamed Pork Buns Makes: 6 100g Chinese barbecued pork, finely chopped 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 ¼ cups plain flour 2 tablespoons caster sugar 2 teaspoons dried yeast ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ cup luke-warm milk ¼ cup lu[...]

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    39 Recipes continued Spicy Steamed Lamb Shanks Serves: 4 8 dried ancho chillies 2 long red chilli’ s, finely chopped 1 teapsoon dried cumin ½ teaspoon dried oregano ½ teaspoon dried thyme 4 cloves 2 bay leaves 4 cloves garlic, peeled 2 tablespoons white vinegar 4?[...]

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    40 Recipes continued Steamed Lemon Thyme Chicken Serves: 4 2 lemons, finely sliced 1 bunch thyme 2 garlic cloves, crushed 4 chicken breasts Salt and pepper , to taste 1. With the steamer rack in place, use the Cook function on HIGH to bring 5cm of water?[...]

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    41 Recipes continued Chinese Steamed Pork and Cabbage Rolls 300g pork mince 50g fresh shiitake mushrooms, chopped 3 long green onions, finely chopped 2cm piece ginger , peeled, grated 1 egg, lightly beaten ½ bunch fresh coriander , finely chopped 2 tablespoons soy sauce [...]

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    42 Recipes continued Whole Steamed Snapper Serves: 4 750g whole snapper , cleaned 2 stalks lemon grass, chopped 2 cm piece ginger , peeled, sliced 1 long green chilli, sliced 3 kaffir lime leaves 2 bunches fresh coriander , roughly chopped 2 long red chills, seed[...]

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    43 Notes[...]

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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 [...]

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    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 080[...]