Sunbeam ST6600 User Manual

VitaSteam Deluxe

Food Steamer

INSTRUCTION/RECIPE BOOKLET.

ST6600

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Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions.

Sunbeam are 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 provided
with an the appliance.

• Always turn the power off at the power outlet before
you remove a plug. Remove by grasping the plug - do
not pull on the cord.

• Turn the power off and remove the plug when the
appliance is not in use and before cleaning.

• Do not use your appliance with an extension cord
unless this cord has been checked and tested by your
electricity supplier or qualified technician.

• Always use your appliance from a power outlet of the
voltage (A.C. only) marked on the underside of the
appliance.

• Close supervision is necessary when your appliance is
being used near children or infirm persons.

• Never leave an appliance unattended while in use.

• Young children or infirm persons should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• Do not use an appliance for any purpose other than
its intended use.

• Do not place an appliance on or near a hot gas flame,
electric element or in a heated oven. Do not place on
top of any other appliance.

• Do not let the power cord of an appliance hang over
the edge of a table or bench top or touch any hot
surface.

• Do not immerse in water.

• For safety reasons and to avoid maintenance by
unskilled persons, some appliances are ‘sealed’ using
tamperproof means as specified by S.A.A. (Standards
Association of Australia). Such appliances should
always be returned to the nearest Service Centre for
adjustment or repair if required.

• Do not operate any electrical appliance with a
damaged cord or after the appliance has been
dropped or damaged in any manner; If damage is
suspected, return the appliance to the nearest Service
Centre for examination, repair or adjustment. As a
service to Customers, Factory Outlets will carry out a
free check on your appliance to ensure it is electrically
safe.

• For additional protection Sunbeam recommend the
use of a residual current device (RCD) with a tripping
current not exceeding 30mA in the electrical circuit
supplying the power outlet in use.

• Ensure your steamer is used at least 50cm
(half a metre) away form a gas flame or
electric element.

• Do not operate the steamer on an inclined
surface.

• Do not move or cover the steamer whilst in
operation.

• Do not immerse the base of the steamer in
water or any other liquid.

• Use your steamer well away from walls and
curtains and cupboards that may be affected
by steam.

• Do not use your steamer in confined spaces.

• Remover the cover away from you after
steaming.

If you have any concerns regarding the performance and use of your appliance, please ring our Toll Free number

(Australia only) 1800 025 059. New Zealand - contact the Sunbeam Office in Auckland on 09 912 0747.

Ensure the above safety precautions are understood.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR ALL ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR VITASTEAM DELUXE.

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3 and 4 Litre Steaming Bowls.

Enables you to cook your entire meal using one
appliance. Steam meat, poultry, seafood or fish
in the lower tray, then add the upper tray to
steam nutritious vegetables. The steaming bowls
are also shatter resistant to prevent breakage.

8 Cup Capacity Rice Bowl.

The separate rice bowl cooks light and fluffy rice
every time.

60 Minute Timer with Auto-Off.

Allows you to set the steamer to cook your meal
exactly the way you like it. The steamer
automatically turns off when it has finished
cooking.

Removable Drip Tray.

Collects the fats, juices and condensation during
steaming, and is removable for easy cleaning.

1000 watts.

For fast cooking.

Instant Steam Function.

Produces steam in just 30 seconds for meals
in a hurry.

Neon On/Off Light.

Indicates when the appliance is steaming.

Features of your VitaSteam Deluxe.

8 Cup
Rice Bowl

Removable
Drip Tray

Neon On/Off
Light

Timer with
Auto-Off

Power Base

Handy
Steaming
Guide

3 Litre
Steaming Tray

4 Litre
Steaming Tray

Features of your VitaSteam Deluxe.

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8 Cup
Rice Bowl

4 Litre
Steaming
Tray

3 Litre
Steaming
Tray

Removable
Drip Tray

Instant
Steam Sleeve

Power
Base

1250ml
Maximum
Water Level

Exposed
Heating
Element

450ml Low
Water Level

Lid

An Introduction to Steam Cooking.

Congratulations on the purchase of your new
Sunbeam VitaSteam Deluxe Food Steamer. You
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
balanced diet. Meats such as chicken can be
gently steamed to retain their flavour and
tenderness, while the fats drain away.

Steaming is also gentle, as the food never comes
in contact with the cooking liquid, ensuring that
it retains it’s shape, colour and texture.

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Using your VitaSteam Deluxe.

Before using your VitaSteam Deluxe for the first
time, wash the steaming bowls, 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: You may notice a slight odour during this
first operation. This is normal with many
heating appliances and will not affect the
performance of your steamer.

1. Fill the water reservoir above the ‘Lo’ water
level and no higher than the ‘Hi’ water level.

Note: Use only clean water in your VitaSteam
Deluxe. Do not use wine, stock or other
liquids.

2. Put the Removable Drip Tray in place.
Note: Do not operate the Steamer without

the Removable Drip Tray.

3. Place food to be steamed without sauce or
liquid into the steaming bowls and place on
the Power base. If steaming with sauce or
liquid, use the rice bowl and place inside one
of the steaming bowls.

4. Replace the lid.

5. Insert the plug into a 230-240V power outlet
and turn the power on.

6. To set the Timer first turn the dial fully
clockwise to 60 minutes, then turn it anti­clockwise to your desired cooking time. This
ensures accurate timing. The power on light
will illuminate.

7. A bell will sound when the selected time has
elapsed and the steamer will automatically
switch off. Using oven mitts or a cloth,
remove the lid by tilting it away from you to
ensure steam is safely released without
scalding. Hold the lid over the steamer to
allow the condensation to drain into the unit
before removing completely. Remove the
plug from the power outlet after use.

8. Remove the steamer tray/rice bowl and serve
the food.

Note: Use caution when handling the base of
the unit and steamer/rice bowls as these will
be hot.

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.

• The degree to which you like your food cooked.

• The temperature of the water used for
steaming.

To ensure good results using your VitaSteam
Deluxe, follow these simple tips: –

• Remove food immediately after the steaming
cycle is completed. Food will continue to cook
slightly due to the accumulated steam, if you
leave it in the steamer.

• Food should be arranged evenly in both
steamer bowls. Foods of uniform size will
steam at a similar rate.

For Best Results.

The VitaSteam Deluxe 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 Instant Steam Sleeve
in position.

The Sleeve concentrates a small amount of water
around the Exposed Heating Element, quickly
bringing it to boiling temperature to produce
steam, rather than heating all of the water in
the reservoir.

The Sleeve has a small cut out in the bottom to
allow water to flow into the contained water
area. When the Sleeve is in position the cut out
must be located at the bottom to allow the
water to flow in.

For more efficient steaming we recommend that
the appliance is always operated with the
Instant Steam Sleeve in position.

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Guide to Instant Steam Function.

Your VitaSteam Deluxe relies on the water
reservoir being full of water to operate. Fill the
water reservoir with clean water only. The water
level must be between the ‘LO’ (450 mL) and ‘HI’
(1250mL) markings.

When continuously cooking food with your
steamer ensure that the water level does not fall
below the ‘LO’ marking (450mL).

Guide to Water Levels.

The VitaSteam Deluxe comes with two steaming
trays - 3 litre and 4 litre. The appliance can
operate with either both trays stacked on top of
each other or with just one tray in position.

When using two trays at the one time, the
smaller tray (3 litre) must be placed on the
bottom with the larger tray (4 litre) on the top.

Place the largest piece of food with the longest
cooking time in the lower steaming bowl then
place on top of the Removable Drip Tray and
Power Base.

Then place the upper steaming tray
on top for cooking of vegetables.

Guide to using the Steaming Trays.

Cutout

Instant
Steam Sleeve

4L

3L or 4L

3L

LO

Cooking of rice must be done in the Rice Bowl.
The Rice Bowl can either be placed in the 3 or 4
Litre Steaming Tray.

Both uncooked rice and water must be added to
the Rice Bowl. Check the recommended
quantities on Page 9.

When handling the Rice Bowl use insulated pot
holders/oven mitts to avoid burns from the hot
steam.

Guide to using the Rice Bowl.

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Before cleaning your Sunbeam VitaSteam
Deluxe, ensure the power is turned off at the
power outlet and the plug removed.

Wash the rice bowl, steam tray, drip trays
and the lid in warm, soapy water, rinse and dry.

Do not wash in an automatic dishwasher as the
hot water temperatures and harsh detergents
may ultimately warp and scratch these parts. DO
NOT use abrasives or abrasive cleaners as these
may also cause scratching.

Wipe out the interior of the steamer base with a
warm, damp cloth or a small brush. Wipe the
exterior of the base with a damp cloth or
sponge. DO NOT use abrasives or abrasive
cleaners as these may scratch the steamer base.

Warning.

NEVER IMMERSE THE BASE OF YOUR STEAMER
IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.

Important – Mineral Deposits.

Mineral deposits may accumulate on the
Exposed Heating Element which can result in
your Sunbeam VitaSteam Deluxe switching off
before the cooking cycle is complete. To remove
this build up use a wet scouring pad and rub
over the surface of the heating element only
after each use.

Alternatively, prepare a solution of either:
(i) 2 cups of water in which 1 teaspoon of cream

of tartar has been dissolved; or

(ii) 2 cups of water to which 1 tablespoon of

lemon juice or white vinegar has been added.

Pour the solution into the reservoir, position the
Lid and operate your Sunbeam VitaSteam Deluxe
for approximately 15 minutes. Remove the lid
and clean as directed. If excess scale has built up,
repeat this process.

Note:

If food with a strong odour, such as fish and
cabbage has been steamed, the above procedure
may be followed with the Steamer trays or rice
cooker bowl in position. This will ensure that the
odour is not transferred to the next steaming
cycle.

Care and Cleaning.

The following are some handy hints on how to
steam vegetables:

1. Before steaming, wash the vegetables
thoroughly.

2. Cut off stems and peel if desired.

3. Cut vegetables to the desired size (smaller
pieces steam faster than larger ones).

4. To retain the vegetables’ flavour and
nutrients, steam until just tender, but still
slightly firm.

5. When steaming several different vegetables at
once, place the largest and firmest in the
steamer first. Add other vegetables according
to size during the steaming time.

6. If a sauce or liquid is to be prepared with the
vegetables, use the rice bowl for steaming.

7. Frozen vegetables should not be thawed
before steaming.

V egetables.

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VEGETABLE QUANTITY

APPROX. TIME

IN MINUTES

Artichokes – globe 3 whole, tops trimmed 18 - 25

Asparagus 500gms 12 - 15

Beans – Green or Wax 500gms, cut or whole 12 - 15

Beetroot 500gms, whole with 3cm tops 38 - 42

Broccoli 500gms 12 - 16

Brussel Sprouts 500gms 17 - 20

Cabbage 500gms, coarsley shredded 12 - 16

Carrots 500gms, sliced 17 - 20

Cauliflower flowerettes 500gms 17 - 20

Celery 1 bunch, thinly sliced 17 - 20

Corn on Cob 3 to 5 cobs 38 - 42

Mushrooms 500gms, whole 7 - 10

Onions 250gms, thinly sliced 12 - 16
Parsnip 500gms, peeled and sliced 12 - 16

Peas 500gms, shelled 17 - 20

Peppers 500gms, halved, seeds removed 7 - 10

Potatoes –

1) New 500gms, whole (approx. 8) 28 - 31

2) Red or White 500gms, whole (approx. 3) 38 - 42

3) Sweet 500gms, cut into 3cm pieces 26 - 29
Pumpkin 500gms, cut into 3cm pieces 26 - 29

Turnip 500gms, cut into 3cm pieces 26 - 29

Zucchini 500gms, sliced 7 - 10

FROZEN VEGETABLE APPROX. TIME

(500g) IN MINUTES

Green Beans, Lima Beans, Broad Beans, 17 - 20

Broccoli (cuts), Brussel Sprouts, Carrots
(sliced), Cauliflower, Mixed Vegetables,
Peas

Corn on Cob 26 - 29

FROZEN VEGETABLES: Guide to Steaming Time.

FRESH VEGETABLES: Guide to Steaming Time.

To cook rice in the rice cooker bowl, the
following are some handy hints:

1. Wash rice under cold running water.

2. Place rice and water into the rice cooker bowl.

3. Cover with the Lid and set the Timer.

4. For firmer rice, slightly decrease the water
specified in the rice cooker bowl.

5. For softer rice, slightly increase water quantity.

Rice, Grain & Cereals.

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VARIETY RICE COOKER BOWL APPROX. TIME

CUPS OF RICE CUPS OF WATER IN MINUTES

(Rice Cooker bowl)

Long Grain 1 1 22 - 29
Long Grain 2 2 30 - 36
Long Grain 3 3 38 - 42
Brown – Regular 1 1

1

/

2

58 - 62

RICE, GRAIN AND CEREALS: Guide to Cooking Time.

VARIETY METHOD

APPROX. TIME

IN MINUTES

Oatmeal Put

1

/2 cup oatmeal and 1 cup water 17 - 20

Regular into Rice Cooker bowl.

Rolled Oats Put 1 cup rolled oats and 1

1

/2 cups 17 - 20
water in Rice Cooker bowl. Place in
the steaming tray, then put the lid
on and set the timer.

Wheat-Cracked Put 1 cup of cracked wheat into Rice 26 - 29

Cooker bowl with 1

1

/2 cups of
water. Place in the steaming tray,
then put the lid on and set the timer.

OTHER GRAINS AND CEREALS.

The following are some handy hints on steaming
your fish and seafood:

1. Place fish in the Steamer tray.

2. If fish or seafood is to be poached or cooked
in a sauce, use the Rice Cooker 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 with a fork
and is opaque in colour.

6. Frozen fish may be steamed without
defrosting, except for fillets which need to be
defrosted and separated before steaming.
Fillets are best steamed in a single layer.

7. When steaming frozen fish, extend the
steaming time.

Fish and Seafood.

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APPROX.

TYPE QUANTITY

TIME

SUGGESTIONS

IN

MINUTES

Clams 500gms 7 - 20 Steam just until open.
Lobster, whole 750gms 17 - 20 Steam just until red.
Fish: Cook until fish flakes easily

1) Fillet 500gms 12 - 16 with fork. Season fish as desired

2) Steak 2cm thick 17 - 20 with lemon juice, wine or herbs.

3) Whole 500 - 750gms 17 - 20
Mussels 500gms, fresh in the shell 12 - 16 Steam just until open.
Prawns – Med. 500gms, in the shell 12 - 16 Steam just until pink.

or Large
Scallops, shelled 500gms 12 - 16 Steam just until hot and tender

OTHER GRAINS AND CEREALS.

To steam chicken and poultry using your
VitaSteam Deluxe, the following are some handy
hints:

1. Select pieces of poultry of similar size for even
cooking.

2. Arrange poultry in a single layer, to facilitate
even cooking.

3. Removal of fat and the removal of skin is
recommended.

4. If some colour is desired, brown poultry well
in a non-stick frypan before steaming.

5. Steam until well done. Check by piercing the
thickest part of the poultry. If the juices run
clear, it is cooked.

Poultry.

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APPROX.

TYPE QUANTITY

TIME

SUGGESTIONS

IN

MINUTES

Breast, on Bone 250gms (2 pieces) 38 - 41 Flesh side down.
Drumstick 500gms (4 pieces) 33 - 36 Thickest part to outside of

Steamer tray.

Thighs, on Bone 500gms (4 pieces) 33 - 36 Thickest part to outside of

Steamer tray.

Poached Breast 500gms (2 pieces) 42 - 45 Poach in Rice Cooker bowl.
Boneless

Chicken, whole 1.3kg 50
Duck, pieces 500gms (4-6 pieces) 47 - 50 Remove all visible fat
Quail, whole 500gms (6 pieces) 22 - 25
Whole breast 200gms (1 side of breast) 38-45

fillet

POULTRY: Guide to Steaming Time.

The following are some handy hints for cooking
eggs in the VitaSteam Deluxe:

1. The Steamer is ideal for boiling, poaching or
scrambling eggs.

2. Using the Steamer tray, eggs may be cooked
in the shell or cracked into individual size
heatproof dishes.

3. Scrambled eggs may be prepared in the rice
cooker bowl.

4. Large eggs will require slightly longer cooking
times.

Eggs.

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TYPE QUANTITY

APPROX. TIME

IN MINUTES

Soft Boiled 1 - 12 7 - 10
Hard Boiled 1 - 12 7 - 10
POACHED 12 - 15

Crack 1 - 6 eggs into well
greased ramekin dishes or small
cups and place into Steamer.
Cover and steam.

SCRAMBLED 17 - 20
Beat together 6 eggs and

1

/4 cup
milk in rice cooker bowl.
Season with salt and pepper.
Stir eggs 2-3 times during
cooking.

EGGS: Guide to Steaming Time.

The recipes in this book are a guide to the
various types of food you can cook in your
Sunbeam VitaSteam Deluxe.

Each recipe specifies if the Steamer tray or the
rice cooker bowl should be used.

Under each recipe title there is a note of the
approximate cooking time required. This may
not always produce food cooked to your
personal taste (over cooked/under cooked).

However, after you have used your Sunbeam
VitaSteam Deluxe and experimented with it, you
will be able to decide the exact time
requirements to achieve results you wish.

VEGETABLES

Asparagus with Lemon & Butter

Approximate steaming time 12-16 minutes.

500g fresh asparagus spears
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 Steamer tray.

2. Place the lid on and set the timer.

3. Place asparagus onto serving platter, pour
over melted butter, lemon juice, parsley and
pepper. Serve at once.

Minted Tabouli Salad

Approximate steaming time 17-20 minutes.

1

/4cup cracked wheat
2 cups parsley sprigs
4 shallots, chopped

1

/4cup mint leaves, finely chopped
250g punnet cherry tomatoes, halved
juice of 3 lemons
1 tablespoon olive oil

1. Place cracked wheat and

1

/2cup of water into
the Rice cooker bowl. Position the Rice cooker
bowl, place the lid on and set the timer.

2. Cool cracked wheat. Add remaining
ingredients and combine well.

Oriental Mixed Vegetables

Approximate steaming time 8-10 minutes.

250g broccoli, cut into flowerettes
250g snow peas, topped and tailed

1

/2 cup bean sprouts

1

/4 small cabbage, shredded
1 tablespoon grated ginger
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon chilli

1. Combine ingredients and place into the Rice

Cooker bowl.

2. Position the Rice cooker bowl, place the lid on

and set the timer.

Guide to recipes.

Recipes.

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Mushroom and Snow Pea Salad

Approximate steaming time 8-10 minutes.

500g snow peas, topped and tailed
250g mushrooms, sliced
juice of 1 lemon
125g pecans

1. Place snow peas and mushrooms into Steamer
tray. Position the Rice cooker bowl, place the
lid on and set the timer.

2. Remove snow peas and mushrooms. Once
steamed, combine with lemon and pecans.
Toss to combine. Serve chilled.

RICE AND PASTA.

Saffron Rice

Approximate steaming time 30 minutes.

1 cup in cooked white rice
2-3 threads of saffron, or pinch saffron powder

(use

1

/2teaspoon tumeric if saffron is unavailable)

1 small onion, chopped finely

1. Place rice into the rice cooker bowl, combine
colour (saffron or tumeric) with 1 cup of
water. Pour over rice and add the onion.

2. Position the Rice cooker bowl, place the lid on
and set the timer. Serve warm.

Wild Rice Salad.

Approximate steaming time 30 minutes.

1 cup uncooked wild rice
2 tomatoes, diced
6 shallots, sliced
1 stick celery, diced
1 teaspoon chopped mint
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt & pepper to season

1. Place rice and 1

1

/2cups of water into the rice
cooker bowl. Position the Rice cooker bowl,
place the lid on and set the timer.

2. Toss with tomato, shallots, celery and mint.
Chill.

3. Combine vinegar, oil and seasonings. Toss with
rice just before serving.

Chicken & Pineapple Risotto

Approximate steaming time 28 minutes.

1 barbecued chicken
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 tablespoon butter
1 garlic clove, crushed
2 onions, chopped
1 x 425g can pineapple pieces, drained, juice

reserved
1 cup chicken stock
2 tablespoons soy sauce

1

/4cup chopped parsley

black pepper

1. Remove skin from chicken, cut from bones

and shred.

2. Place chicken and rice into the rice cooker bowl.

3. In a large saucepan, melt butter, fry garlic and
onions until onions are transparent. Pour in

1

/

2

cup reserved pineapple juice, stock and soy
sauce. Bring to boil. Pour over rice.

4. Position the Rice cooker bowl, place the lid on
and set the timer.

5. Toss through parsley, pineapple pieces and
black pepper before serving.

Recipes.

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Tortellini with Tomato and Basil Sauce

Approximate steaming time 20 minutes.

500g fresh tortellini
750ml bottled tomato sauce
100ml chicken stock
2 tablespoons red wine
4 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
basil sprig for garnish

1. Place tortellini into the rice cooker bowl.

2. On stove top, bring tomato sauce, chicken
stock and wine to the boil, pour over
tortellini.

3. Position the Rice cooker bowl, place the lid on
and set the timer.

4. Toss through basil and parmesan cheese.
Garnish with basil sprig.

SEAFOOD.

Mussel and Tomato Soup

Approximate steaming time 17-20 minutes.

12 mussels
2 teaspoons oil
1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed
2cm piece ginger, peeled and grated
1 onion, peeled and sliced
1 stick celery, sliced
small capsicum, seeds removed, sliced
1 x 410g can tomatoes, pureed
2 tablespoons tomato paste

3

/4cup dry white wine

1

/2cup water
1 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley

1. Wash mussels and remove beards.

2. Heat oil in a small pan, lightly saute garlic,
ginger and onion.

3. Combine mussels, onion mixture and
remaining ingredients into the rice cooker
bowl and mix well. Position the Rice cooker
bowl, place the lid on and set the timer.

Satay Prawns

Approximate steaming time 20-25 minutes.

1kg green king prawns, shelled and deveined

1

/4cup crunchy peanut butter
1 tablespoon soy sauce
juice of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon plum sauce

1

/2teaspoon chilli powder

1. Arrange prawns in the rice cooker bowl.

Combine remaining ingredients and spread
over prawns.

2. Position the Rice cooker bowl, place the lid on

and set the timer.

3. After 12 minutes of steaming, stir prawns

through the peanut mixture to combine.
Cover and continue steaming.

4. Stir prawns again after steaming has

completed. Serve with rice.

Bream with Pinenut Stuffing

Approximate steaming time 17-20 minutes.

1 whole bream, gutted and scaled
1 rasher bacon, rind removed and finely chopped
2 shallots, finely sliced

2

/3cup white wine

1

/2cup breadcrumbs
2 tablespoon sour cream

juice of

1

/2lemon

fresh ground black pepper to taste

Recipes.

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1. In a small saucepan lightly saute bacon and
shallots. Add wine and simmer until nearly all
the liquid has evaporated.
Remove from heat.

2. Add breadcrumbs, pinenuts and sour cream.

Stir to combine.

3. Place filling into fish cavity.

4. Place fish onto piece of greased foil and pour
lemon juice and black pepper over fish. Cover
with foil.

5. Place fish into Steamer Basket. Position the
Rice cooker bowl, place the lid on and set the
timer. Steam until the fish flakes easily with
a fork.

Herb Salmon Cutlets

Approximate cooking time 28-30 minutes.

2 salmon cutlets
2 onions, thinly sliced
1 lemon, rind and juice removed
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 tablespoon chopped dill
black pepper

1. Lie cutlets in Steamer Basket. Arrange onion
over cutlets. Sprinkle with lemon rind, juice,
herbs and black pepper.

2. Position the Rice cooker bowl, place the lid on
and set the timer.

POULTRY

Spicy Whole Chicken

Approximate steaming time 50 minutes.

1 x 1.3kg chicken
2 lemons, rind and juice removed
3 cloves garlic
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1

1

/2teaspoons ground cummin

1 teaspoon tumeric

1

/2teaspoon cayenne pepper

1. Remove giblets, wash and pat dry chicken.

2. Place lemon rind and garlic, cloves inside the
chicken. Position the chicken breast up in the
Rice Cooker bowl.

3. Combine lemon juice, brown sugar, tumeric,
cummin and cayenne pepper. Paint this
mixture over the chicken using a pastry brush.

4. Position the Rice cooker bowl, place the lid on
and set the timer.

Oriental Chicken

Approximate steaming time 40 minutes.

4 chicken pieces, skin removed

1

/2cup chutney
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons hoi sin sauce
2 teaspoons grated ginger
2 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon chilli sauce

1

/2teaspoon french mustard

1

/2teaspoon chinese 5 spice powder
100mls chicken stock

1. Place chicken in large bowl. Combine all other

ingredients except stock. Pour over chicken,
marinade 3-4 hours or overnight.

2. Place chicken into the Rice Cooker bowl.

Position the Rice cooker bowl, place the lid on
and set the timer.

3. Combine remaining marinade and chicken

stock, bring to the boil on the stove top. Boil
until thickened, taste and season.

Recipes.

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Ginger Beef

Approximate steaming time 20-30 minutes.

2 pieces of rump steak, trimmed of fat
3 tablespoons marmalade
3 teaspoons grated root ginger
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon wine vinegar

1. Mix together marmalade, root ginger, garlic,
ground ginger and wine vinegar. Spread over
sides of the beef. Cover and refrigerate for 2­12 hours.

2. Arrange steaks in the Steamer tray. Position
the Rice cooker bowl, place the lid on and set
the timer.

Honey & Mustard Lamb

Approximate steaming time 10-15 minutes.

4 lamb steaks, trimmed of fat
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 tablespoons mild mustard
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons soy sauce

1. Mix together sesame seeds, mustard, honey
and soy sauce. Spread over both sides of the
lamb. Cover and refrigerate for up to 12
hours.

2. Arrange lamb in Steamer tray. Position the
Rice cooker bowl, place the lid on and set the
timer.

Honey & Mustard Pork

Approximate steaming time 10-15 minutes.

4 pork leg steaks, trimmed of fat

1

/4teaspoon allspice

1

/2teaspoon ground cinnamon

1

/4teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 lemons sliced thinly

1. Place pork in a heavy plastic bag. Combine all

remaining ingredients, except sliced lemon
and mix well. Add to pork.

2. Place in refrigerator to marinate for up to 12

hours.

3. Remove pork from the plastic bag and place

into the Rice Cooker bowl. Pour marinade
around pork and place sliced lemon on top.

4. Position the Rice cooker bowl, place the lid on

and set the timer.

Recipes.

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Steamed Fruit Pudding

Approximate steaming time 2

1

/2hours.

125g sultanas
125g chopped nuts
125g currants
125g dried apricots, chopped
1 cup plain flour

1

/2cup sugar

1

/4teaspoon nutmeg

1

/2teaspoon mixed spice

1

/4teaspoon cinnamon
120g butter, melted
2 eggs
100mls milk

1

/4cup brandy, sherry or fruit juice

1. Combine fruits and dry ingredients in a large
bowl, add all liquid to ingredients and mix
well. Pour into a 1 litre basin or large bowl.
Cover bowl with greased foil.

2. Position the Rice cooker bowl, place the lid on
and set the timer.

3. After each 1 hour of steaming, check and refill
the water reservoir.

4. Serve immediately. It is delicious with brandy
custard.

Desserts.

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