General Tips For Defrosting - Pando PHM-950 Manual De Uso

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GENERAL TIPS FOR DEFROSTING

1. Only use microwave-safe dishes for defrosting (porcelain, glass, suitable plastic).
2. The tables refer to defrosting of raw foods.
3. The defrosting time depends on the quantity and the height of the food. When freezing foods,
prepare for the defrosting process. Distribute the food in parts that match the size of the
container.
4. Distribute the food as well as possible inside the microwave. The thickest parts of the fish or the
chicken legs should be placed on top. The most delicate parts may be protected using aluminium
foil. Important: the aluminium foil should not come in contact with the walls of the cavity, as this
could cause an electrical arch.
5. The most dense parts should be turned around several times.
6. Distribute the frozen food in the most uniform manner possible, because the thin, narrow parts
defrost fast than the thickest parts at the top.
7. Foods that are rich in fats, such as butter, cottage cheese and cream, should not be entirely
defrosted. If they are at room temperature, they will be ready to serve within a few minutes. In
the case of deep-frozen cream, if there are little bits of ice, the cream should be whipped before
eating.
8. Place poultry on a turn over plate so that the juices may drain more easily.
9. Bread should be wrapped in a napkin so that it does not get too dry.
10. Turn the food at regular intervals.
11. Remove frozen foods from its packaging and do not forget to remove any metal clips. If the
containers that are used to keep the foods in the freezer may also be used for heating and
cooking, just remove the lid. Otherwise, place the foods in containers that are suitable for
microwave ovens.
12. The liquid that results in the defrosting process, particularly in the case of poultry, should be
discarded and under no circumstances should it come in contact with other foods.
13. Bear in mind that a resting period is required in defrosting function, so that the food is totally
defrosted. This normally takes between 15 to 20 minutes.
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