West Bend 79586R, L5818 User Manual

Electric Wok

Instruction Manual

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Important Safeguards ............................................................................................... 2

Heat Precautions ...................................................................................................... 2

Electricity Precautions .............................................................................................. 3

Precautions For Use Around Children ...................................................................... 3

Using Your Electric Wok ........................................................................................... 4

Cleaning Your Electric Wok ...................................................................................... 5

Cooking Tips ........................................................................................................... 6

Recipes ............................................................................................................... 6-15

Warranty ................................................................................................................. 16

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

To prevent personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions and warnings.

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:

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Read all instructions, including these important safeguards and the care and use instructions in this manual.

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Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

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Do not leave wok plugged in when it is not being used or during cleaning.

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The use of accessory attachments not recommended by West Bend® Housewares may cause injuries.

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If the wok features unassembled knob or handle/legs, be sure they are assembled and fastened properly.

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Do not operate if the wok is not working properly or if it has been damaged in any manner. For service information see warranty page.

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Do not attempt to repair this appliance yourself.

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For household use only.

To prevent personal injuries, read and follow all instructions and warnings.

EAT PRECAUTIONS

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Always attach heat control to wok first, then plug cord into electrical outlet. After cooking and serving, turn heat control to “off” and unplug from electrical outlet. Let wok cool before removing heat control.

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Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and hot pads or oven mitts if you lift or carry the wok when it is hot.

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Do not move an appliance containing hot foods or hot liquids. Extreme caution must be used when moving your wok containing oil.

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Be extremely cautious of steam when removing cover. Lift cover slowly directing steam away from you.

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Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

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Allow wok to cool completely after use and before cleaning or storing. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.

To prevent electrical shock, personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions and warnings.

LECTRICITY PRECAUTIONS

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To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or other electric parts in water or other liquids.

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Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug.

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Do not use this appliance outdoors.

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Do not plug cord into wall outlet unless heat control is in OFF position.

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Always turn heat control to OFF and unplug the appliance from outlet before cleaning.

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Your wok has a short cord as a safety precaution to avoid pulling, tripping or entanglement. Position the cord so that it does not hang over the edge of the counter, table or other area or touch hot surfaces.

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While use of an extension cord is not recommended, if you must use one, make sure the cord has the same or higher wattage as the wok (wattage is stamped on the underside of the wok plug receptacle). To avoid pulling, tripping or entanglement, position the extension cord so that it does not hang over the edge of the counter, table or other surface area.

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This appliance has a 2-wire polarized plug, (one blade of the plug is wider than the other), or a 3-wire grounded plug. To reduce the risk of electric shock, either plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If a 2-wire plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If either plug does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

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Do not use an outlet or extension cord if the plug fits loosely or if the outlet or extension cord feels hot.

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Keep the cord away from hot parts of the appliance and hot surfaces during operation.

To prevent burns or other personal injuries to children, read and follow all instructions and warnings.

RECAUTIONS FOR USE AROUND CHILDREN

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Always supervise children.

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Do not allow children to operate or be near the wok, as the outside surfaces are hot during use.

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Do not allow cord to hang over any edge where a child can reach it. Arrange cord to avoid pulling, tripping or entanglement.

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SING YOUR ELECTRIC WOK

Wash Wok, cover and rack (if included), in hot soapy water with a dishcloth or sponge to remove any manufacturing oils. Rinse thoroughly and dry.

CONDITION THE NON-STICK INTERIOR SURFACE - The non-stick surface must be conditioned to ensure stick-free cooking. Lightly wipe a teaspoon of cooking oil over the entire interior surface with a paper towel or soft cloth. Do not use shortening or butter. Let the oil remain on the surface. The Wok is now ready to use.

ASSEMBLE COVER KNOB (IF APPLICABLE) Parts included: Cover knob, protector and screw

From underside of cover, insert the end of screw through the center hole. Place protector dome side up, on the topside of cover over screw. See diagram:

Place knob on screw: inserting end of screw into the treaded opening. Turn knob to tighten onto screw. Do not over tighten screw to prevent stripping of threads. Do not use cover without knob attached.

COOKING INSTRUCTIONS - Since Wok cooking is very rapid, all foods should be prepared (peeled, shelled, sliced, diced, cubed etc) before the heat control is turned on.

Operating the Wok

1. Always use Wok on a dry, level, heat-resistance surface away from the edge. Be sure your hands are dry.

2. Attach heat control to Wok, making sure it is set at “OFF.” Plug cord into a 120 volt, AC electrical outlet ONLY.

3. Follow recipe as directed. If recipe recommends preheating, do so with Wok uncovered, containing oil, at the recommended temperature setting. The signal light on the heat control will be on when the Wok is heating and go out when the selected temperature has been reached. Heat may be increased or decreased during the cooking period. The signal light will go on/off during cooking to indicate cooking temperature is being maintained.

4. For best results when stir-frying, add 1-2 cups of food at a time to the bottom of the Wok, stirring frequently with 2 wooden spoons until desired doneness is reached. Then push food up on the sides of the Wok. Continue this process until all the foods are cooked then combine for serving. NOTE: do not add larger amounts of food to the Wok at a time as this will result in loss of temperature and foods will simmer rather than sizzle.

5. At the end of cooking time, set heat control at WARM for serving or set at OFF if food will be removed immediately from the Wok. After set at OFF unplug cord

from the wall outlet

LEANING YOUR ELECTRIC WOK

Clean after Every Use: To keep Wok looking attractive and cooking efficiently,

clean it thoroughly after each use.

Let Wok Cool By Itself: After using Wok, let it cool by itself. Do not pour cold water into Wok while it is hot or immerse hot Wok into cold water to hasten cooling to prevent warping.

Remove Heat Control: After Wok has cooled, remove heat control and wipe clean with a damp cloth if necessary.

Retighten Loose Handles/Base

In-the-Sink Cleaning - Wash Wok in hot soapy water using a non-metal cleaning

pad recommended for non-stick surfaces. If necessary, a non-abrasive cleanser may be used for the outside of the Wok to remove food or oil stains. DO NOT use metal scouring pads or abrasive cleansers on Wok surfaces as scratching may occur. After washing, rinse and dry.

Wash the cover and rack (if included) in hot soapy water using a dishcloth or sponge. Do not use any type of scouring pad or cleanser on cover as scratching will occur. The aluminum underside of the cover may discolor after use, which is normal. After cleansing, rinse and dry.

Dishwasher Cleaning - The Wok, with heat control removed, cover and rack, may be cleaned in an automatic dishwasher. Position pieces into the dishwasher rack so they do not touch one another or other objects being cleaned. The aluminum underside of the cover may darken with continuous dishwasher cleaning, which is normal. After each time the Wok pan is cleaned in the dishwasher, the non-stick interior surface must be reconditioned with cooking oil.

Special Cleaning Instructions - A spotted white film may form on the non-stick surface. This is a buildup of minerals and not a defect in the finish. To remove, soak a soft cloth in lemon juice or vinegar and rub onto the finish. After cleansing, wash, rinse and dry. Recondition the non-stick surface with cooking oil before using.

After consistent use, the non-stick surface may discolor. Minor stains are normal and do not affect the performance of the Wok. Dark staining, however, which usually results from overheating and/or improper cleaning, may lessen the effectiveness of the non-stick property. If staining occurs, treat with a commercial cleaner for nonstick finishes such as coffee pot stain remover (available in most grocery stores). Follow the package directions. If staining is severe, simmer longer or repeat cleaning. (Do not use household bleach to clean the non-stick finish, as it will permanently fade it). After using commercial cleaner, wash Wok thoroughly, rinse and dry. Recondition the non-stick interior surface with a teaspoon of cooking oil before using.

OOKING TIPS

Plastic, rubber and wooden cooking tools are recommended for use on the non-stick surface. Two long-handled wooden spoons are recommended for stir-frying. Smooth-edged metal cooking tools may be used with care. Do not use sharp-edged cooking tools as they could scratch the non-stick surface. Minor scratching will affect only the appearance of the non-stick surface, it will not harm its non-stick qualities nor will it harm food cooked in the Wok.

Using Steam Rack (if included) - A steam rack may be included with your Wok. If a steam rack is not included, a 9 or 10 inch round metal wire rack can be used for steaming.

To steam foods, pour 2-3 cups of water into the Wok and place steam rack into the bottom of Wok, making sure rack is level. Cover Wok and bring water to boil at the 225-250°F/107.2-121.1°C setting for about 5 minutes. Uncover Wok, being careful of escaping steam, and place food directly onto the rack. If food is cut into small pieces, a sheet of aluminum foil or an 8 to 9 inch shallow heatproof plate or pan may be placed on the rack to prevent food from falling through the rack. Cover Wok and steam at 225-250°F/107.2-121.1°C until food is cooked to desired doneness. If food is steamed for more than 20 minutes, more water may need to be added to prevent Wok from boiling dry. After steaming, turn control to OFF and unplug cord from the electrical outlet. Uncover Wok, being careful to escaping steam and remove food. Allow Wok to cool completely before cleaning.

ECIPES

SAVORY PORK

3 tablespoons soy sauce ¼ cup flour ¼ cup vegetable oil ¾ cup cold water ¾ cup walnut pieces 1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes 1½ tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon cornstarch

1. Combine 2 tablespoons soy sauce and pork cubes in bowl. On plate, combine sugar and flour. Roll pork cubes in flour mixture.

2. Preheat oil in Wok at 350°F/176°C. Add half of pork cubes and stir-fry 2-3 minutes or until browned. Push up sides of Wok. Stir-fry remaining pork. Cover and reduce heat to simmer, cook 10-15 minutes.

Push pork up side. In a small bowl, combine water, cornstarch and remaining tablespoon soy sauce. Add to Wok and stir until thickened. Add walnuts and stir to combine ingredients. Reduce heat to warm for serving. Serves 3-4.

SWEET AND SOUR PORK

1½ pounds boneless pork loin, cut into ½ inch cubes ¼ cup soy sauce 1 egg-slightly beaten ¾ cup cornstarch 1½ cups vegetable oil 1 small onion, cut into 6 wedges 1 small green pepper, cut into 1-inch cubes 1 8-oz can pineapple chunks, drained, reserve juice 1 large tomato, cut into 8 wedges ½ cup white wine vinegar 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 teaspoons cornstarch dissolved in 4 teaspoons water

1. Toss pork cubes in soy sauce; roll in egg, then in cornstarch, shaking off any excess cornstarch.

2. Preheat 1½-cups oil in Wok at 375°F/190.5°C. Add pork in 4 batches, frying until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Turn Wok off. Keep pork warm in 200°F/93.3°C oven.

3. Remove all but 1-tablespoon oil from Wok. Heat at 350°F/176°C. Add onion and stir-fry for 1 minute. Push up side. Add green pepper cubes, stir-fry for 1 minute. Push up side. Add pineapple and tomato wedges, stir-fry for 1 minute. Push up side.

4. Combine reserved pineapple juice, wine vinegar, oil, brown sugar, soy sauce and pepper. Add to Wok and bring to a boil. Add cornstarch mixture, stirring until thickened. Return pork to Wok and combine all ingredients. Serve immediately. Serves 4.

ALMOND CHICKEN

2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 whole chicken breasts, skinned, boned and thinly sliced 1 8-ounce can sliced water chestnuts, drained. ½ cup slivered almonds 3 tablespoons soy sauce 1½ cups chicken broth or bouillon 4 tablespoons cornstarch ½ cup cold water

1. Preheat oil in Wok at 375°F/190.5°C. Add chicken and stir-fry until opaque (about 5 minutes).

2. Add water chestnuts, almonds, soy sauce and chicken broth to the Wok. Stir to blend, cover and cook for 1-½ minutes.

3. Combine cornstarch and water. Add to Wok and stir until thickened. Combine all ingredients. Reduce heat to warm for serving. Serves 4.

PORK AND VEGETABLE STIR FRY

1 tablespoon cornstarch ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon sugar 1 pound lean pork, cut into ½ inch cubes 2 tablespoons dry white wine  teaspoon ground ginger 4 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 medium carrots, sliced thin on a diagonal 1 small green pepper cut in 1-inch pieces ½ pound fresh mushrooms, sliced 1 15-ounce can of baby ears of corn, drained and rinsed ½ cup chicken broth or bouillon

1. In bowl, combine cornstarch, sugar and salt. Add pork cubes and stir to mix. Add soy sauce, wine, and ginger to bowl; stir again to mix. Marinate 30 minutes.

2. Preheat 2 tablespoons oil in the Wok at 375°F/190.5°C. Add pork and stir-fry until no longer pink. Push up sides of Wok.

3. Add carrots and stir-fry 2-3 minutes until just tender. Push up sides. Add 1 tablespoon oil, heat briefly and add green pepper, stir-fry 1-2 minutes. Push up sides. Add mushrooms and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Push up side. Add corn and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Stir all ingredients gently to combine. Add chicken broth and stir until heated. Reduce heat to warm for serving. Serves 4.

CHICKEN WITH SNOW PEAS AND CASHEWS

2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon dry sherry 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1 teaspoon hoisin sauce 1 whole chicken breast, skinned, boned and cut into 1 inch pieces 2 tablespoons vegetable oil ½ pound fresh snow peas, trimmed with strings removed 1 8–ounce can sliced water chestnuts, drained ½ cup chicken broth or bouillon ½ cup cashews

1. In bowl, combine garlic, soy sauce, corn starch and hoi sin sauce. Stir to blend. Add chicken and stir to coat. Marinate 15 minutes.

2. Preheat oil in Wok to 375°F/190.5°C. Add chicken mixture and stir-fry until opaque (about 5 minutes). Push up side of Wok.

3. Add snow peas and water chestnuts. Stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add broth and combine all ingredients, stirring until slightly thickened. Garnish with cashews. Reduce heat to warm for serving. Serves 3-4.

CHICKEN BROCCOLI

1 whole chicken breast, skinned, boned and thinly sliced 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon vegetable oil Dash of garlic powder ½ pound fresh broccoli florets, OR 10 ounce package frozen broccoli cuts, rinsed

in hot water ½ cup chicken broth or bouillon 6-8 fresh mushrooms, sliced OR 4 ounce can mushroom pieces and stems, drained 1 6-oz can bamboo shoots, drained 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon diced pimento 1 tablespoon sesame seed

1. In a bowl, combine sliced chicken, soy sauce, vegetable oil, and garlic powder.

Stir to blend and set aside.

2. Add chicken broth and broccoli to Wok. Set temperature to 325°F/162.7°C and

cook broccoli until vibrant green (about 5 minutes), stirring about every minute. Push broccoli up side of Wok or remove.

3. Increase heat to 375°F/190.5°C. Add chicken mixture and stir-fry until chicken is

opaque (about 3 minutes). Push up side of the Wok. Add mushrooms and stir-fry for 1 minute, push up side. Add bamboo shoots and stir-fry for 1 minute. Return broccoli to Wok if removed and mix all ingredients, stirring well.

4. Combine lemon juice and cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water. Add to chicken

mixture, stirring until thickened (about 1 minute). Garnish with pimento and sesame seeds. Reduce heat to warm for serving. Serves 4.

FRIED RICE WITH VEGETABLES

1½ cups water 6 or 7-ounce package fried rice mix 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 ribs of celery, sliced on a diagonal 6-8 fresh mushrooms, sliced ¼ cup diced green pepper 8 ounce can sliced water chestnuts, drained

1. Bring water to boil in Wok at 250°F/121.1°C. Add rice and seasoning mix. Stir

well and return to boil. Cover and reduce heat to high end of simmer range. Cook until liquid is absorbed (about 15 minutes). In the meantime, prepare the vegetables.

2. Push cooked rice up side of the Wok. Add 1-tablespoon oil and increase heat to

350°F/176.6°C. Stir-fry rice in hot oil for 1-2 minutes. Push rice back up the side.

Add 1-tablespoon oil to the Wok; heat briefly. Add celery and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes. Push up the sides. Add mushrooms and green pepper. Stir-fry 2 minutes. Push up side. Add water chestnuts and heat for 1 minute. Combine all ingredients until well mixed. Reduce heat to warm for serving. Serves 4.

TERIYAKI STEAK STRIPS

¼ cup soy sauce 1 tablespoon minced onion 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon fresh ginger root, minced OR 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger ¼ cup dry white wine 1 pound round or sirloin steak, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1. In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, onion, garlic, sugar, ginger and wine. Stir

to blend. Add steak; stir to mix. Cover and marinate for 1 hour at room temperature or in refrigerator several hours.

2. Drain meat thoroughly. Add oil to Wok and preheat at 375°F/190.5°C. Place half

of meat in Wok and stir-fry 1-½ minutes or until done. Push up side of Wok. Add remaining steak and stir-fry until done. Reduce heat to warm for serving over rice or noodles. Serves 2-3.

HINT: If you wish to add vegetables to this recipe, follow the guidelines. After meat is cooked, push up the side of the Wok. Add 1 cup each of sliced celery, and mushrooms, and ¼ cup diced green peppers to juices in Wok. Stir-fry at 375°F/190.5°C for 1½ to 2-minutes. Push up sides. Add 1 6-ounce can drained bamboo shoots. Stir to heat for about 30 seconds. Combine all ingredients. Thicken juices with ½ tablespoon of cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon of water if desired. Serves 4.

ORIENTAL PEPPER STEAK

1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 pound flank or round steak, thinly sliced 1 clove garlic, minced 1 thin slice fresh ginger root 3 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons water 1 small green pepper, cut into 1-inch cubes 1 small onion, sliced and separated into rings 2 small tomatoes cut into wedges 1 cup fresh bean sprouts 2 teaspoons cornstarch ¼ cup water

1. Preheat oil in Wok to 375°F/190.5°C. Add half the meat and stir-fry until done,

(about 1 ½ minutes). Push up the sides of the Wok. Repeat frying remaining meat. Add garlic, ginger root, and soy sauce and 2 tablespoons water. Stir to blend. Cover and reduce heat to simmer. Cook 15-20 minutes.

2. Push meat up sides of the Wok. Decrease heat to 350°F/176°C. Add green

pepper and onion, stir-fry 2-3 minutes. Push up sides. Add tomatoes and bean sprouts, stir gently, cover and steam for 1 minute.

3. Combine cornstarch with water and stir into Wok, cook until thickened. Combine

all ingredients. Reduce heat to warm to serve. Serves 4.

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