Function
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Defrost
Shelf level
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Depending on the size of the food
being defrosted, select the 1st or 2nd
shelf level from the bottom.
Useful tips
–
Place the food to be defrosted on the
glass tray or into a suitable dish.
,
It is particularly important to
observe food hygiene rules when
defrosting poultry. Do not use the
liquid from the defrosted poultry.
Pour it away, and wash the tray, the
sink and your hands. Danger of
salmonella poisoning.
– Food can be placed on an upturned
saucer in the dish or on the rack on
the glass tray. This way it will not be
lying in defrosted liquid.
–
Fish does not need to be fully
defrosted before cooking. Defrost so
that the surface is sufficiently thawed
to take herbs and seasoning.
Temperature
50 °C Maximum temperature
-
setting
25 °C Minimum temperature
setting for very gentle
defrosting
Defrosting times
The time needed for defrosting
depends on the type and weight of the
food, and at what temperature it was
deep frozen. The following chart is for
guidance only. It is important to check
that food is thoroughly defrosted.
Food Weight Time in
min.
Chicken 800 g 90–120
Meat 500 g 60–90
1 000 g 90–120
Sausages 500 g 30–50
Fish 1 000 g 60–90
Strawberries 300 g 30–40
Butter cake 500 g 20–30
Bread 500 g 30–50
Defrosting without microwave power
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