This setting will automatically calculate defrost times for the different food categories. Weights can be set in kilos or pounds and ounces. In most microwaves defrost time will be split into three sections. After each third of defrosting time two " bleeps " will be heard. At this point, food should be turned, shielded, or broken. Foods defrosted on these settings should have been frozen for at least 48 hours at -18 ° C. Where possible remove food items from their original wrapper. Place joints of meat and poultry on a low rack in a shallow dish. Turn and shield after each set of " bleeps ". If food is frozen in a block, try to separate it as soon as possible. Diced and minced meat should be broken up and stirred after each " bleep ".
DICED OR MINCED MEATS, CHOPS ETC.
Arrange chops, chicken pieces, etc. with meaty parts towards the outside of the dish. Turn and rearrange after each set of bleeps. Shield any thin area with small pieces of foil, secured with wooden cocktail sticks. Diced and minced meats need to be broken up and stirred. Remove any defrosted parts at each set of " Bleeps ".
FISH
Only large uneven pieces will need shielding, shield the thin areas. Remove defrosted fish during defrosting. Rinse under cold water to remove remaining ice crystals.
CHICKEN AND TURKEY
Shield the wing tips, and drumsticks, over the breast bone and neck with pieces of foil held in place with wooden cocktail sticks. Turn chicken or turkey over at each set of " Bleeps ".
BEEF
Shield over the fat and the tip on a rib roast. On a rolled piece shield over the fat and the cut edges. Turn meat at each set of " Bleeps ".
LAMB
The thin areas around
the edge of the shoulder should be shielded along with the knuckle. Shield the
shank end on a leg of lamb. Hold foil in place with cocktail sticks. Turnover
at each set of " Bleeps ".
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