Wolfgang Puck WPPCR020 Use & Care Manual
USE & CARE
5 Quart Electronic Pressure Cooker
with Digital Preset Programs
LIFE IS ABOUT BALANCE
AND EATING WELL
IMPORTANT NOTICE
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN TO STORE.
If you have any problems with this unit, contact Consumer
Relations for service PHONE: 1-800-275-8273 or visit our
website at wphousewares.com
Please read operating instructions before using this
product. Please keep original box and packing materials
in the event that service is required.
W.P. APPLIANCES, INC. Toll Free (800) 275-8273
Model WPPCR020 Printed in China REV 6.0
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS: This appliance must be grounded. It is
equipped with a 3-prong cord having a grounded plug. The plug must be
plugged into an outlet which is properly installed and grounded.
Warning: Improper use of the grounded cord can result in the risk of
electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician if necessary. Do not attempt to
defeat this safety feature by modifying plug.
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting
from entanglement or tripping over a longer cord. If it is necessary to
use an extension cord, it should be positioned such that it does not
drape over the counter or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children
or tripped over and:
A. Use only 3-prong extension cord with 3-blade grounding plug.
B. The marked rating of the extension cord must be equal to or
greater then the rating of this appliance. The electrical rating is
listed on the bottom of this unit.
Before Your First Use
Carefully unpack the pressure cooker and parts, and remove all packaging
materials. Wash the removable cooking pot, lids and gasket in warm, soapy
water to remove any dust that may have accumulated during packaging. Wipe
cord and pressure cooker housing with a dry cloth. Do not immerse the cord
or plug in water or other liquid.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using pressure cookers, basic safety precautions should always
be followed:
1 Read all instructions carefully.
2 Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs and a potholder.
3 Do not close or clog the safety valves under any circumstance.
4 To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put power cord,
plug or body of the appliance in water or other liquid.
5 Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children.
6 Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to
cool before putting on or taking off parts.
7 Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or
after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any
manner. Return the appliance to an authorized service facility for
examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
8 Do not fill the unit over 2/3 full. When cooking foods that expand
during cooking such as rice or dried vegetables, do not fill the unit
over 1/2 full. Over filling may cause a risk of clogging the vent pipe
and developing excess pressure. See “Using Your Pressure Cooker”
section of this manual.
9 Be aware that certain foods, such as applesauce, cranberries,
pearl barley, oatmeal or other cereals, split peas, noodles, macaroni,
rhubarb, or spaghetti can foam, froth, and sputter, and clog the
pressure release device (steam vent). These foods should not be
cooked in a pressure cooker.
10 The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the appliance
manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
11 Do not use outdoors.
12 Do not place the appliance on or near hot gas or electric burners,
or in a heated oven.
13 Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot
surfaces, including the stove.
14 Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance
containing hot contents or liquids.
15 This appliance cooks under pressure. Improper use may result in
scalding injury. Make certain unit is properly closed before operating.
See “Using Your Pressure Cooker” section of this manual.
16 Do not use this appliance for other than intended use.
17 To reduce the risk or electric shock, cook only in removable
container.
18 Always attach power cord to appliance first, and then plug cord into
wall outlet. To disconnect, turn unit off, grasp plug, and pull from the
wall. Never yank on cord.
19 Always check the pressure release devices for clogging before use.
20 Do not open the pressure cooker until has cooled and internal
pressure has been released. If the lid is difficult to open, this
indicates that the cooker is still pressurized - do not force it open.
Any pressure in the cooker can be hazardous. See “Using Your
Pressure Cooker” section of this manual.
21 Do not operate this appliance in the presence of explosives and/or
flammable fumes.
22 Do not use pressure cooking for pressure frying with oil.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
Additional Safety Information
• Do not use the pressure cooker without liquid; this could damage
the pressure cooker severely.
• Do not use pressure cooker for storage purposes nor insert
any utensils.
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Table of Contents
Important Safeguards 1
Before Your First Use 2
About Wolfgang Puck 3
Know Your Electric Pressure Cooker 5
Pressure Cooker Settings 7
About Pressure Cooking 8
Additional Safety Tips 9
Using Your Pressure Cooker 10
Helpful Hints 13
Care & Cleaning 14
Recipes 16
Pressure Cooker Cooking Chart 57
Limited Warranty 62
Contact Information back cover
Wolfgang Puck,
owner of the famous
Spago restaurants and
one of the most influential
chef-restauranteurs in
America, is credited with
reviving California’s rich
culinary heritage. His
cooking innovations, a
result of blending fresh
California ingredients with his classical French techniques, are
enjoyed by world leaders, stars and fellow chefs alike. He established
other trend-setting restaurants like Postrio, Chinois on Main in Santa
Monica, Trattoria del Lupo, Cut, and his latest creation, Jai, an Asian
fusion restaurant in San Diego. Home chefs can also share Mr. Puck’s
talents through his cookbooks, cutlery, cookware and, of course,
through his appliances!
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Know Your
Electric Pressure Cooker
Control Panel
Pressure Release Device
(Steam Vent)
Pressure Cooker Lid Handle
Serving Spoon
Rice Scoop
Rice Measuring Cup
Detachable Power Cord
Steaming Rack
Pressure Cooker Housing
Removable Cooking Pot
Anti-Blockage Cover
for Steam Release Valve
(prevents food particles
from enterning valve)
Float Valve
Sealing Gasket
Water Collector
(on back of
appliance)
Underside of Cooker Lid
Pointer
Finger Grip
Actual product may differ slightly from photo shown above
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About Pressure Cooking
Pressure cooking is an ideal way to make fast, tasty meals for your
family! This method of cooking makes it easy for even the busiest cooks
to prepare meals from scratch. Use your pressure cooker for fish,
chicken, fresh vegetables, rice, legumes, and even dessert – and
everything can be cooked to perfection in minutes. The pressure cooker
will save you time, energy and money, as well as valuable nutrients.
Boiling liquid inside the tightly sealed pot produces steam, which is
trapped inside to create pressure. The very hot temperature produced
reduces cooking time. The steam helps break down the fibers of
whatever you’re cooking and infuse the food with flavors. This also
captures all of the water-soluble nutrients, making the food higher in
flavor and more nutritious than with conventional cooking methods.
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Pressure Cooker Settings
TEMPERATURE INDICATOR LIGHTS
Heat Light indicates pressure cooker
is heating to selected function
Warm When the timer has expired, the
pressure cooker automatically
switches to Keep Warm
temperature. The Warm indicator
light will illuminate.
Delay Time Use to delay pressure cooking
for up to 9 hours.
Time Use to add cooking time to any
preset function.
Keep Warm/Cancel Press this button to stop
cooking process and switch to
Keep Warm mode.
On/Off Press to Start or Cancel
cooking process.
FUNCTIONS
Your Wolfgang Puck Pressure Cooker has five preset cooking functions
including specific temperature, pressure and times for each of the
following selections. This takes all the guesswork out of pressure
cooking for you! The preset cooking times are listed below:
Rice 6 minutes
Meat 20 minutes
Vegetable 5 minutes
Soup 5 minutes
Stew 20 minutes
Note: Timing will begin for each function once pressure is reached.
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Additional Safety Tips
• Always keep hands and face away from Pressure Release Device
when reducing pressure.
• Use extreme caution when removing lid after cooking.
Always tilt the lid away from you, so any remaining steam is blocked
from your face.
• Never attempt to open lid while cooking, or before pressure
indicator has dropped. Do not attempt to defeat this safety
feature by forcing it.
• Do not cover or block the pressure valves.
• Do not touch the pot or lid except for the handle immediately
after using.
• To avoid burns, allow food to cool before tasting.
The temperature of the food gets considerably hotter than
with conventional cooking.
Using Your Pressure Cooker
Figure 1
Figure 2
1 Gather all ingredients and be familiar with your
recipe. Pour required amount of liquid into
removable cooking pot, and then add food.
Use the cooking rack, if desired. Except when
cooking rice, never load cooker above the
maximum ingredient level line marked “2/3
MAX PC” on cooking pot. Foods that expand
while cooking (i.e. legumes) should never go
above the 3/5 mark. See instructions
for cooking rice on page 12.
2 Make sure gasket is securely positioned in the
inner lid. Always examine the gasket before
installing and before each use. Make sure it is
in good working order and free of any tears.
3 Secure the lid on pressure cooker by aligning
the Triangle-Unlock symbol (see figure 1) on
the pressure cooker housing with Arch symbol
on the pressure cooker lid. Turn the lid
clockwise until the Arch symbol on the lid
aligns with the Triangle-Lock symbol (see
figure 2) on the pressure cooker housing. Do
not attempt to cook in your pressure cooker
unless the lid is in the locked position as
shown in figure 2.
4 Set the Pressure Release Device to the SEAL
position. (See Figure 3).
5 Plug power cord into unit first and then into a
120-volt 60 Hz AC only outlet.
6 Press the round ON/OFF button once. The
display will flash.
7 Press the FUNCTION button until desired
cooking function is displayed. The pressure
cooker will begin to heat and reach pressure.
The HEAT light will illuminate. Once pressure
has been achieved, pressure will automatically
be maintained. Cooking time begins at this
point, and the time will begin counting down
in the display.
Figure 3
Figure 4
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Using Your Pressure Cooker
(cont.)
8 After pressure cooking is complete, pressure can be released
manually or on its own. If a recipe states "let pressure drop on
its own," press the ON/OFF button and unplug the cooker. When
recipe states "reduce pressure at once" or “reduce pressure
manually”, turn the Pressure Release Device to the VENT position to
release steam and reduce pressure. (See Figure 4). Use caution
when manually releasing pressure as hot steam will be released.
It is not recommended to release steam manually with recipes
containing lots of liquid, such as soups and stews.
9 The pressure can be released manually or on its own. If a recipe
states "let pressure drop on its own," unplug the cooker and let sit
until the lid removes without any resistance, approximately 10-15
minutes depending on volume of food in the cooker. When recipe
states "reduce pressure at once" or “reduce pressure manually”,
unplug the cooker and turn the Pressure Release Device to the VENT
position to release steam and reduce pressure. (See Figure 4). Use
caution when manually releasing pressure as hot steam will be
released, we recommend using tongs or a kitchen towel to turn the
pressure release valve.
WARNING! Do not release steam manually with recipes containing lots
of liquid, such as soups and stews. Turn pressure cooker off, unplug unit,
and allow pressure to dissipate on its own.
10 Pressure is completely reduced when the Steam Release Dial is in
the Vent position, (see Figure 4) and you no longer hear steam
escaping from the valve, and the lid opens freely with no force. Only
then is it safe to remove pressure cooker lid and serve food. Remove
lid by grasping the handle and twisting lid counter-clockwise to the
UNLOCK position. As a safety feature, the lid will not open unless all
pressure is reduced. DO NOT force the lid open if it does not open
freely, this means that the unit is still under pressure.
Adding Time
After selecting the desired cooking function, you can add cooking time
by pressing the TIME button until total cooking time is displayed. You
can set total cooking time from 5 minutes up to 120 minutes for Rice,
Meat, Vegetable, Soup and Stew.
Delaying time
After selecting the desired cooking function, you can delay the start
time for up to 9 hours by pressing DELAY TIME until total delay time is
displayed. Countdown will begin once colon starts flashing.
Using Your Pressure Cooker
(cont.)
Keep Warm/Cancel
When pressure cooking is complete, the pressure cooker will automatically
switch to Keep Warm. The WARM indicator light will illuminate. To
manually switch to Keep Warm and/or cancel any cooking process,
press the Keep Warm/Cancel button. The maximum Keep Warm time
is 4 hours.
Cooking Pot Markings
Inside the removable cooking pot are two sets of markings. One side
is marked “2/3 MAX PC”, which indicates the maximum fill line when
cooking any food, other than rice in the pressure cooker. The other side
has markings for cooking rice. When pressure cooking rice, never fill the
pressure cooker more then 1/2 full.
Warning: to avoid a serious burn injury when cooking foods other than
rice, never exceed the 2/3 MAX PC mark of combined volume of liquids
and solids.
Preparing White Rice
When measuring rice, ONLY USE THE RICE MEASURE CUP PROVIDED;
DO NOT USE A STANDARD MEASURING CUP. Use the Rice Measure
Cup, along with the pot markings to make perfect rice every time. For
example, when making 6 cups rice, use 6 rice cup measures of rice and
fill with water to the “6” mark. When pressure cooking rice, do not go
past the 6-cup “RC” marking, as indicated on the inside of the removable
cooking pot. The combined volume of rice and water must not exceed
the 6-cup marking as shown under “RC” markings on the inside of the
removable cooking pot. As a general rule, when cooking 2 cups (or less)
of uncooked rice, use 1 tablespoon of butter or oil. For measurements
greater than 2 cups, use 2 tablespoons of butter or oil. This will prevent
foaming during the cooking process.
If you desire a greater volume of rice, follow the recommended
water-to-rice ratio and use a standard oven safe cookware lid, not the
pressure cooker lid. Since the TIMER is controlled by pressure it will not
countdown when using a standard lid, you must use a separate timer.
Set a kitchen timer to 40 minutes and check for doneness after
30 minutes.
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Helpful Hints (cont.)
• Remember if you are not using the basket while pressure cooking the
liquid will flavor what you are cooking. Try using fresh herbs or
aromatic vegetables like onions or garlic, wine or stock. The flavor
transference will be wonderful.
• Do not attempt to boil pasta with pressure lid on; the foam can
clog the pressure valve.
• When cooking under pressure, never fill above teh fill line of PC
markings. If you are making soup and you are at the fill line, do not
release pressure manually because hot liquid could spurt out.
• Never attempt to open lid while under pressure!!! Always open
pressure cooker with the lid facing away from you.
• When releasing steam manually, evaporation of some liquid may
occur (i.e. when making rice or risotto). This is normal, but caution
must be used to prevent injury.
Care & Cleaning
1 Allow pressure cooker to cool completely before cleaning. Unplug
the power cord from the outlet and then from the pressure cooker.
2 Wash the pressure cooker removable pot, sealing gasket and lids by
hand with warm, soapy water. Dry all parts thoroughly. (See Figure 1
for removing and installing sealing gasket).
3 If necessary, wipe the power cord clean with a damp cloth. Dry
thoroughly. Never immerse the power cord or plug.
4 Replace sealing gasket securely in lid. After each use, check gasket
for any tears and make sure the pressure regulator dial and valve are
in good working order. Also remove the anti-blockage cover, steam
release dial, and clean the steam vent thoroughly (See Figure 2).
Ensure that there are no food particles or any other foreign matter
are blocking the steam vents prior to putting the anti-blockage
cover and steam release dial back on the lid. The anti-blockage cover
helps prevent food particles from entering Steam Release Valve.
You must ensure that this is cleaned after each use. It is important
to check the steam vent thoroughly and use a narrow utensil, if
necessary, to poke through the steam vent and ensure that it is clear
and that no food particles adhere to the walls, thus blocking the
steam from being able to be freely released.
5 Do not store pressure cooker with lid locked in place. If you store the
lid locked onto the pressure cooker it will reduce the life of the
gasket since it will stay compressed during non-use.
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Helpful Hints
• Read this manual thoroughly and follow all recommendations.
• Be familiar with the recipe and have all ingredients ready before you begin.
• Be sure the lid is secured properly before beginning.
• You may wish to brown some meats before cooking with
other ingredients. To do so, select any cooking function and preheat
pressure cooker without lid. Add oil and brown meat. Do not cover
when browning.
• Cut foods into uniform-size pieces to promote even cooking. In recipes
that call for various ingredients, cut those that cook more quickly into
larger pieces and those that cook more slowly into smaller pieces.
• Many different cooking liquids can be used in a pressure cooker:
wine, beer, bouillon, fruit juices, water and more.
• After becoming familiar with your pressure cooker, you can
convert conventional recipes for pressure cooking. In general,
reduce cooking times by two thirds. The amount of liquid used may
also have to be adjusted because there is very little evaporation from
the pressure cooker. Reduce the amount of liquid so there is only
about 1/2 cup more than desired in the finished product. Remember,
however, there must always be some liquid in the pressure cooker to
form the necessary steam. Try this formula ; 1 cup of liquid for the
first 15 minutes of pressure cooking then 1/3 cup of liquid for each
subsequent 15 minutes.
• Since flavors are more concentrated, reduce amounts of herbs and
seasonings when converting conventional recipes. Fresh herbs are
better for pressure cooking than dried herbs.
• Generally speaking, pressure cookers cook foods in about 1/3 the
time of conventional cooking methods.
• Increase cooking times by about ten percent when cooking in high
altitudes over 3,500 feet.
• If you wish to cook food for less time than the pre-programmed
amount, watch the timer and press CANCEL when desired cooking
time has elapsed.
• When you are using frozen meats in your recipes, the cooking time
does not need to be altered. Pressure will not be achieved until the
internal temperature in the pot is 40 degrees higher than the boiling
point of water. The cooking time will not begin until pressure is
achieved; it will just take longer to come to pressure.
• Always check to make sure your gasket and float valve are clean and
in good working order.
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Recipes
Figure 1
Figure 2
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Beef Goulash
6 - 8 Servings
INGREDIENTS
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound onions, finely chopped
1 tablespoon sugar
3 tablespoons sweet paprika
3 tablespoons hot paprika
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon chopped
fresh marjoram
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
2 teaspoons kosher salt (or more to taste)
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground
black pepper
3 pounds boneless beef shank, well trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
3 cups homemade chicken stock or good quality canned chicken broth
METHOD
1 Select Stew function, and set timer for 35 minutes.
2 Add oil to cooking pot. When oil is hot, add onions and sugar.
Sauté, uncovered, until onions are golden.
3 Add beef cubes and sear both sides.
4 Add sweet and hot paprika, tomato paste, garlic, marjoram, thyme,
salt and pepper. Sauté, stirring continuously for 1 minute
5 Add chicken stock, water, balsamic vinegar, and caraway seed. Stir.
6 Lock lid in place.
7 The Goulash will be done when timer goes off, but it will stay in
keep warm mode until unit is turned off. Turn off heat and skim off
liquid fat glistening on the surface. Taste and add more salt and
pepper, if desired. Serve hot with spaetzle, dumplings, potatoes,
rice, or Kaiser rolls.
Recipe courtesy Wolfgang Puck Makes it Easy, Rutledge Hill Press, 2004
1 cup water
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon caraway seeds,
toasted in a dry skillet over
medium-low heat until fragrant,
1 to 2 minutes, and then
coarsely ground
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Greek Lemon Chicken Soup
6 Servings
INGREDIENTS
6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
6 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup arborio rice
4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, chopped
2 large eggs, beaten
METHOD
1 Place all ingredients, except eggs, in cooking pot.
2 Lock lid in place.
3 Select Soup function, and set timer for 15 minutes.
4 When cooking cycle is complete and all pressure has been released,
remove lid.
5 Pour beaten eggs slowly into hot soup while stirring.
6 Serve hot with fresh chopped mint garnish.
Recipe courtesy Debra Murray, Wolfgang Puck HSN Host
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