Microwave oven User manual MC35J8085** Please be advised that the Samsung warranty does NOT cover service calls to explain product operation, correct improper installation, or perform normal cleaning or maintenance. MC35J8085PT_TL_DE68-04346F-00_EN.
Contents Contents Using this user manual 3 The following symbols are used in this User Manual: 3 Safety instructions 4 Important safety instructions 4 Installation 12 What’s included Installation site Turntable 12 17 17 Maintenance 18 Cleaning Replacement (repair) Care against an extended period of disuse 18 19 19 Before you start 20 Clock Sound On/Off Power saving About microwave energy Cookware for microwave 20 21 21 22 23 Operations 25 Control panel Manual mode Auto mode Special f
Using this user manual Using this user manual You have just purchased a SAMSUNG microwave oven. Your Owner’s Instructions contains valuable information on cooking with your microwave oven: • Safety precautions • Suitable accessories and cookware • Useful cooking tips • Cooking tips The following symbols are used in this User Manual: WARNING Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or death.
Safety instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Safety instructions MAKE SURE THAT THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE OBEYED AT ALL TIMES. BEFORE USING THE OVEN, CONFIRM THAT THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOLLOWED. Microwave function only WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person.
Safety instructions WARNING: This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are aged from 8 years and above and supervised.
Safety instructions Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation. Safety instructions The appliance is not intended for installing in road vehicles, caravans and similar vehicles etc.
Oven function only - Optional Safety instructions WARNING: When the appliance is operated in the combination mode, children should only use the oven under adult supervision due to the temperatures generated. During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven. WARNING: Accessible parts may become hot during use. Young children should be kept away. A steam cleaner is not to be used.
Safety instructions The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating. Safety instructions The door or the outer surface may get hot when the appliance is operating. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years. Appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system. General safety WARNING Only qualified staff should be allowed to modify or repair the appliance.
Do not place the oven over a fragile object such as a sink or glass object. Do not use benzene, thinner, alcohol, steam cleaner or high pressure cleaner to clean the appliance. Safety instructions Ensure that the power voltage, frequency and current are the same as those of the product specifications. Plug the power plug into the wall socket firmly. Do not use a multiple plug adapter, an extension cord or an electric transformer.
Safety instructions Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags. Reason: Electric arcing or sparking may occur and may damage the oven. Do not use your microwave oven to dry papers or clothes. Safety instructions Use shorter times for smaller amounts of food to prevent overheating and burning food. Do not immerse the power cable or power plug in water and keep the power cable away from heat.
Safety instructions B. Do NOT place any object between the oven door and front face or allow food or cleaner residues to accumulate on sealing surfaces. Ensure that the door and door sealing surfaces are kept clean by wiping after use first with a damp cloth and then with a soft dry cloth. C. Do NOT operate the oven if it is damaged until it has been repaired by a qualified microwave service technician trained by the manufacturer.
Installation What’s included Make sure all parts and accessories are included in the product package. If you have a problem with the oven or accessories, contact a local Samsung customer centre or the retailer. Oven at a glance Installation 01 02 03 01 Control panel 04 02 Safety Door Lock 03 Door Handle 04 Door 12 English MC35J8085PT_TL_DE68-04346F-00_EN.
Accessories Roller ring Turntable Crusty plate Low rack High rack Steam cooker * Pro Steamer * Glass container * Barbecue set * Installation The oven comes with different accessories that help you prepare different types of food. NOTE Availability of accessories with an asterisk (*) depends on the oven model. English 13 MC35J8085PT_TL_DE68-04346F-00_EN.
Installation Put in the centre of the base. It supports the turntable. Turntable Put on the roller ring with the centre fitting the coupler. It serves as a cooking base. Racks Use one of these racks as appropriate to cook two dishes simultaneously. A smaller dish on the turntable, and the other on the selected rack. You can use these racks with Grill Convection or Combination Cooking. Installation Roller ring NOTE Do not use wire racks with Microwave mode. Crusty plate Put on the turntable.
(MC35J8085L* and MC35J8085V* models only) • The Pro Steamer is a set of the stainless-steel cover, steam tray, and Crusty plate, which is designed for steam cooking. Use the Pro Steamer to brown food such as pastry and pizza dough with Microwave mode. Do not use with other cooking modes. • See the Steam cooking guide on page 153. Installation Pro Steamer CAUTION • • • • Glass container The Pro Steamer is dedicated to this model. Do not use the Pro Steamer with other models or products.
Installation Barbecue set Installation (MC35J8085P* and MC35J8085V* models only) The barbecue set consists of the roasting spit, coupler barbecue, and 6 skewers, making up the vertical multi-spit. Use this barbecue set to barbecue whole meats such as chicken. This set removes the need to turn the meat over manually, and can be also used with Grill combination mode.
Installation site 02 03 • 01 01 02 03 04 85 cm from the floor 10 cm from the rear wall 10 cm from the side 20 cm from above • • • Select a flat, level surface approx. 85 cm above the floor. The surface must support the weight of the oven. Secure room for ventilation, at least 10 cm from the rear wall and both sides, and 20 cm from above. Do not install the oven in hot or damp surroundings, such as next to other microwave ovens or radiators. Conform to the power supply specifications of this oven.
Maintenance Cleaning Clean the oven regularly to prevent impurities from building up on or inside the oven. Also pay special attention to the door, door sealing, and turntable and roller ring (applicable models only). If the door won’t open or close smoothly, first check if the door seals have built up impurities. Use a soft cloth in soapy water to clean both the inner and outer sides of the oven. Rinse and dry well. To remove stubborn impurities with bad smells from inside the oven Maintenance 1.
Replacement (repair) WARNING Maintenance This oven has no user-removable parts inside. Do not try to replace or repair the oven yourself. • If you encounter a problem • If you encounter a problem with hinges, sealing, and/or with the outer housing of the the door, contact a qualified oven, first unplug the power technician or a local Samsung cord from the power source, service centre for technical and then contact a local assistance. Samsung service centre.
Before you start There are a couple of components that you should know before going directly to a recipe. Before or during any cooking mode, you can set/change the clock or the kitchen timer to your needs. Clock It is important to set the correct clock time to ensure correct automatic operations. 1. Turn on the oven and wait for a few seconds to enter Standby state. The hour element blinks. 2. Use the value dial to set the hour, and then press OK. The minute element blinks. Before you start 3.
Sound On/Off You can turn on or off the key tone, beep, or alarm. This setting is available only in Standby state (when the current time is displayed). To mute the sound, hold down for 3 seconds. “OFF” appears on the display. Before you start To unmute the sound, hold down again for 3 seconds. “ON” appears on the display. Power saving To reduce power consumption, press for 1 second. This setting is available only in Standby state (when the current time is displayed).
Before you start About microwave energy Microwaves are high-frequency electromagnetic waves. The oven uses the prebuilt magnetron to generate microwaves which are used to cook or reheat food without deforming or discolouring the food. Before you start 1. The microwaves generated by the magnetron are distributed uniformly through the whirling distribution system. This is why the food is cooked evenly. 2. The microwaves are absorbed down to the food up to a depth of approx. 2.5 cm.
Cookware for microwave Cookware used for Microwave Mode must allow microwaves to pass through and penetrate food. Metals such as stainless steel, aluminum and copper reflect microwaves. Therefore, do not use cookware made of metallic materials. Cookware marked microwave - safe is always safe for use. For additional information on appropriate cookware refer to the following guide and place a glass of water or some food on the turntable.
Before you start Material Glassware Microwavesafe Description Oven-to-table ware Microwave-safe unless decorated with metal trims. Fine glassware Delicate glassware may break or crack by rapid heating. Glass jars Appropriate for warming only. Remove the lid before cooking. Dishes Metal Paper These may cause arcing or fire. Freezer bag with twist-ties Before you start Plates, cups, napkins, and kitchen paper Use to cook for a short time. These absorb excess moisture.
Operations Control panel The front panel comes in a wide range of materials and colours. For improved quality, the actual appearance of the oven is subject to change without notice. 02 04 01 03 05 07 09 06 08 10 11 12 Turn the mode dial to select a desired cooking mode or function. 02 Keep warm Use this only for keeping foods warm that have just been cooked. 03 Power Defrost The oven offers 5 defrosting programmes for your convenience.
Operations Feature overview Feature Hot Blast Temperature range Default temperature Max. time 160-230 °C 200 °C 60 min. Hot Blast is similar to Convection mode. However, the heating elements generate stronger heat and distribute stronger air current inside the oven. This is designed to cook faster while keeping or improving the taste. 40-230 °C Convection Manual mode Operations Grill Grill Combo 180 °C 450 W 60 min.
Temperature range Feature Auto mode Max. time Hot Blast Auto To accommodate first-time users of Hot Blast mode, the oven offers 30 auto programmes. Auto For cooking beginners, the oven offers a total of 254 auto cooking programmes. Power Defrost The oven offers 5 defrosting programmes for your convenience. 50-80 °C Keep Warm 60 °C 3 hrs. Use this only for keeping foods warm that have just been cooked.
Operations Manual mode Step 1. Select mode Turn the mode dial to select a manual mode, for example, Convection. The default temperature blinks. Step 2. Set temperaure or Power level Use the value dial to adjust the default temperature (or power level). When done, press OK to move to the time elements. NOTE Operations The power level, unless otherwise mentioned, is adjusted according to the set temperature.
CAUTION • Always use oven gloves while taking out food. • Microwave oven may operate for 5 minutes to be cooled when the temperature of oven cavity is hot after cooking. will be displayed. To change the cooking time during cooking Use the value dial to adjust the cooking time. Your changes will be applied instantly, and the oven resumes cooking with the new settings. To change the temperature or power level during cooking 1. Press . The temperature (or power level) element blinks. 3.
Operations Hot Blast Hot Blast is similar to Convection mode. However, the heating elements generate stronger heat and distribute stronger air current inside the oven. This is designed to cook faster while keeping or improving the taste. You can use the Low rack, or combination of the Low rack and Crusty plate on the turntable. Step 1 Hot Blast > Step 2 Temperature > Step 3 Cooking time > Step 4 Preheating 1. Put the Low rack, or combination of the Low rack and Crusty plate on the turntable. 2.
Convection The heating elements generate heat, which is evenly distributed inside the oven by the convection fan. You can use the Low rack, or combination of the Low rack and Crusty plate on the turntable. Use this mode for biscuits, individual scones, rolls, and cakes as well as fruit cakes, choux, and soufflés. Step 1 Convection > Step 2 Temperature > Step 3 Cooking time > Step 4 Preheating 1. Put the Low rack, or combination of the Low rack and Crusty plate on the turntable. Operations 2.
Operations Convection Combo This combination mode combines the microwave energy with hot air, resulting in reduced cooking time and producing a brown, crispy surface of the food. Use this for all kinds of meat and poultry as well as casseroles and gratin dishes, sponge cakes and light fruit cakes, pies and crumbles, roast vegetables, scones, and breads. Step 1 Convection Combo > Step 2 Temperature and Power level Step 3 > Cooking time Step 4 > Preheating 1.
Microwave Microwaves are high-frequency electromagnetic waves. The microwave energy enables food to be cooked or reheated without changing either the form or the colour. • Use only microwave-safe cookware. Step 1 Microwave > Step 2 Power level Step 3 Cooking time > > Step 4 - 1. Put food in a microwave-safe container, then in the centre of the turntable. Close the door. 2. Follow steps 1-3 in the Manual mode on page 28. 3. When cooking is complete, “0:00” blinks. Use oven gloves to take out food.
Operations Grill The heating elements generate heat. Make sure they are in the horizontal position. Step 1 Grill > Step 2 - > Step 3 Cooking time > Step 4 - 1. Put the High rack, or the combination of High rack and Crusty plate on the turntable. 2. Put food in suitable cookware, then on the rack, and then close the door. 3. Follow steps 1 and 3 in the Manual mode on page 28. 4. When cooking is complete, “0:00” blinks. Use oven gloves to take out food.
Auto mode The oven offers 3 different auto modes for your convenience: Hot Blast Auto, Auto Cook, and Power Defrost. Select one that best fits your needs. Step 1. Select mode Turn the mode dial to select an auto mode (Hot Blast Auto and Auto Cook) or press Power Defrost. The default programme number blinks. Step 2. Select programme Use the value dial to select a preferred programme, and then press OK. The default weight for the programme blinks. Step 3.
Operations Hot Blast Auto Hot Blast is similar to Convection mode. However, the heating elements generate stronger heat and distribute stronger air flow inside the oven. This is designed to cook faster while keeping or improving the taste. To accommodate first-time users of Hot Blast mode, the oven offers 3 auto programmes. Step 1 Hot Blast Auto > Step 2 H1 to H3 > Step 3 Menu 1. Put food in suitable cookware, then on the turntable, and then close the door. 2.
Power Defrost The oven offers 5 defrosting programmes for your convenience. The time and power level are automatically adjusted according to the selected programme. Step 1 Power Defrost > Step 2 1 to 5 > Step 3 weight 1. Put food in suitable cookware, then on the turntable, and then close the door. 2. Follow steps 1-3 in the Auto mode on page 35. 3. When cooking is complete, “0:00” blinks. Use oven gloves to take out food.
Operations 3. Use the value dial to set the time, and then press START ( ). The oven starts warming. CAUTION • • • • NOTE Always use oven gloves while taking out food. Do not use this function to reheat cold foods. Use this only for keeping foods warm that have just been cooked. Do not run this function for more than 1 hour. Otherwise, this may affect the food quality. To keep food crispy, do not cover the food with Keep Warm.
Cooking Smart Hot Blast Auto H1 : Veggie Food 1 Baigan (Brinjal) Bharta Serving size 650-700 g Ingredients Bharte Ka Baigan (Brinjal) 500 g, Chopped Onion – 2 ea, Chopped tomato - 2 ea, Ginger Garlic Paste - 1 tbsp., Oil - 2 tbsp., Turmeric Powder, Red Chilli Powder, Cumin Powder, Coriander Powder, Salt as per your taste, Chop Coriander 2 tbsp. Put brinjals on low rack and cook. When beep, peel & chop the brinjal, keep aside. In microwave safe glass bowl add all ingredients and mashed brinjal and cook.
Cooking Smart Food 5 Stuffed Baked Potatoes Serving size Four Shell Ingredients Boiled potato- 4 (four shell), Cottage cheese 1/2 cup (grated), Mozzarella - 2 tbsp. (grated), Peas - 2 tbsp. (blanched), Sweet corns - 2 tbsp., Chilli flakes - 1/2 tbsp., Black pepper - 1/2 tbsp., Oregano - 1/2 tbsp., Pure olive oil - 1 tbsp., Salt - to taste Cut the boiled potatoes into to equal portions vertically. Scoop out the potatoes to make shells. In a bowl add all the ingredients except cheese and mix well.
Food 7 Summer Time Cream Puffs Serving size 8-10 puffs Ingredients For the Puffs: Butter - 5 tbsp. (cut into small pieces), Water - 2/3 cup, Regular Flour – 3/4 cup (sifted), Eggs – 2 ea For Filling: Black berries - 1/4 cup, Fresh Cream - 1/2 cup, Icing sugar - 1/4 cup In a sauce pan pour the water, butter and heat gently until the butter melts. Bring to a rolling boil, remove the pan from the heat and add the flour all at once, beating well until the mixture leave the sides of the pan and forms a ball.
Cooking Smart Food 9 Tandoori Arvi Serving size 450-500 g Ingredients Arvi - 400 g, Curd - 1 cup, Chat Masala, Salt, Garam Masala, Ginger garlic paste, Red chilli powder, Turmeric powder as per your taste, Oil and water required. In microwave safe glass bowl take arvi with some water. Peel the arvi and mix with all ingredients. Keep high rack in the oven & place arvi with Masala on it and cook. When beep, turn the arvi and cook again.
H2 : Non veggie Food 1 Baked Keema Paratha Serving size Ingredients Makes 6 Regular flour - 250 g, Milk - 1/2 cup, Eno fruit salt- 1 tbsp, Warm water - 1/2 cup, Salt - to taste, Cooked mutton mince - 50 g Add eno fruit salt to warm milk. Keep aside for 1-2 minutes till it starts to bubble. Sift maida and and salt together. Add maida to the milk and mix. Knead to dough with just enough warm water to get dough of rolling consistency. Knead once again with wet hands till very smooth and elastic.
Cooking Smart Food 3 Bombay Prawn Serving size 800-900 g Ingredients Prawns - 500 g, Ginger-garlic - each 1 tbsp., Cumin seeds - 1 tbsp., Red chillies whole 12-15, Cloves - 7-8, Cinnamon - 2 inch stick, Mustard seeds - 1 tbsp., Vinegar - 4 tbsp., Chopped Onions - 2 medium size, Chopped tomato – 4 medium size, Oil - 1/2 cup, Sugar 2 tbsp., Salt to taste.
6 Food Serving size Ingredients Tandoori Chicken 700-800 g Chicken - 650 g, Garlic paste - 1 tbsp, Ginger paste - 1 tbsp., Red chilli powder - 1 tbsp., Coriander, cumin powder - 1 tbsp. each, Yogurt - 1 cup, Orange-red colour - 1 pinch, Corn flour – 2 tbsp., Salt to taste, Oil - 2 tbsp., Garnish with onion ring & lemon pieces. In a bowl mix all ingredients except oil. Add chicken & mix well. Let it marinate for 2-3 hours in refrigerator. Place chicken on a metal tray on high rack and cook.
Cooking Smart 9 Food Serving size Ingredients Tandoori Pomfret 2 nos Pomfrets - 1/2 kg (approx 2 nos), Carom seeds - 2 tbsp, Cream - 2 tbsp., Ginger garlic paste - 2 tbsp., Lemon juice - 2 tbsp., Chilli powder 1 tbsp, Hung curd - 2 cups, Oil - 1 tbsp., Salt - to taste, Butter for greasing. Wash and make 3 or 4 deep incisions on the fishes. Mix the rest of the ingredients well and rub the fishes with the paste and allow it for 1 hour. Grease the crusty plate with thick butter and place the fish.
H3 : Global Food 1 2 Frozen Pan Pizza Homemade Pizza Serving size 400-450 g Ingredients Frozen pan pizza - 400-450 g Remove a package and place the Pizza on a Low rack. Put in the oven. After cooking, stand for 2-3 minutes. 500-550 g • Pizza dough (200-220 g) Strong white bread flour - 150 g, Dried yeast - 3 g, Olive oil - 0.5 tbsp., Warm water - 100 ml, Sugar and salt - 0.5 tbsp.
Cooking Smart Food 4 Homemade gratin Serving size Ingredients 1200-1250 g Potatoes - 800 g, Milk - 100 ml, Cream - 100 ml, Whole egg - 50 g (Beaten), Each of salt - 1 tbsp, pepper, nutmeg, Grated mozzarella cheese 150 g, butter, thyme. Peel potatoes and slice them to 3 mm thickness. Rub the butter all over the surface of a gratin dish, about 18x28 cm. Spread the slices on a clean towel and keep them covered with the towel while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.
Food 9 Beef Steak Pie Serving size Ingredients 500-600 g Beef(cubed) - 200 g, Olive oil - 1 tbsp., Onion(sliced) 1/2 ea, Mushroom (sliced) - 80 g, Each of parsley and thyme - 1 tbsp. (chopped), Worcestershire sauce - 1 tbsp., Salt and Pepper, Flour - 2 tbsp., Hot beef stock - 100 ml, Readymade pastry dough - 120 g, Egg yolk (beaten) – 1 ea Sprinkle the beef with four, salt and pepper. Fry them in a frying pan with oil, stirring frequently until browned.
Cooking Smart Auto Cook A1 : Indian Slim Fry Food 1 Samosa Pockets Serving size Ingredients 4 pieces Maida (all-purpose flour) - 1 cup, Oil - 2 tbsp., large pinch ajwain (optional), enough water to knead the maida, salt to taste, oil for brushing For the filling: Boiled potatoes - 2 ea (crumble), Boiled peas - 1/4 cup, Grated ginger - 1/4 tbsp., Red chilli powder - 1 tbsp.
Food 2 Veg Cutlets Serving size 6 pieces Ingredients Potatoes - 2 medium (300 g), boiled and shredded, Mixed Vegetables - 2 cups (250 g, peas, carrots, green beans, corn), Paneer – 3-4 oz (100 g), Onions - 1/4 medium (75 g), Chopped very fine, Green Chillies - to taste, finely chopped, Cilantro (Coriander leaves) – 10 sprigs, Finely chopped , Assorted Nuts – 1 tbsp. (example : walnuts, peanuts, etc), Salt – to taste, Chaat Masala – 1 tbsp., Dried Mango Powder (Amchur) – 1 tbsp.
Cooking Smart Food 3 Bread Pakoras Serving size 4 pieces Ingredients Bread slices - 4, Salt to taste , Green chilli(chopped) 1 ea, Coriander powder 1/4 tbsp., Red chilli powder - 1/4 tbsp., Roasted cumin powder - 1/2 tbsp. For Batter Gram flour (besan) - 1 cups, Salt to taste, Red chilli powder - 1/4 tbsp., Dry mango powder (amchur) - 1/4 tbsp., Garam masala powder 1/8 tbsp., Oil for brushing Mix gram flour, salt, soda bicarbonate, red chilli powder, amchur, garam masala powder in a bowl.
Food 5 Mix Veg Pakora Serving size Ingredients 12 pieces Chickpea flour - 1 cup, Salt - 1 tbsp., Turmeric - 1/4 tbsp., Ground cumin - 1/2 tbsp., Green chilli 1/4 tbsp., Potato - 1 ea, Onion – 1 ea, olive oil Mix the chickpea flour with the salt, green chillies and the spices. Stirring with a whisk, add 200 ml (1 cup) of water. Finely chop the Potatoes and onions. Add them to the water-chickpea batter. Brush a little Oil on the crusty plate. Put one-one tbsp.
Cooking Smart Food 7 Flat Bread Roll Serving size Ingredients 4 Pieces White bread or brown bread - 4 slices , Medium sized potatoes - 2 ea, Dry pomegranate seeds or dry mango powder – 1/2 tbsp., Crushed black pepper – 1/2 tbsp. or Black pepper powder – 1/4 tbsp., Red chilli powder – 1/4 tbsp., Green chilli (chopped) - 1 ea, Garam masala powder – 1/4 tbsp., Cumin powder – 1/4 tbsp, Chaat masala – 1/2 tbsp., Chopped coriander leaves - 2-3 tbsp.
Food 8 Paneer Pakora Serving size Ingredients 10 pieces Paneer - 150 g (10 square pieces), Gram / besan flour - 1 cup, Red chilli powder - 1 tbsp., Mango powder – 1/2 tbsp., Roasted cumin powder 1/2 tbsp., Garam masala powder - 1/2 tbsp., Oil to brush, Salt to taste Cut paneer into thick medium sized square shaped pieces. Sprinkle salt , red chilli and cumin powder over the paneer pieces and mix well.
Cooking Smart 10 Food Serving size Aloo Tikki 6 pieces Ingredients Boiled peeled and mashed potatoes – 2 ea, Boiled and coarsely crushed green peas 1/4 cup, Finely chopped coriander (dhania) 1/3 tbsp., Chaat masala - 1/3 tbsp., Chilli powder - 1/8 tbsp., Lemon juice - 1/2 tbsp., salt to taste, olive oil Combine all the ingredients in a bowl (except green peas) and mix well. Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and shape each portion into a round.
Food 15 16 Frozen Onion Rings Frozen Prawns Serving size 300-350 g Ingredients Frozen onion rings - 300-350 g Distribute frozen onion rings evenly on the crusty plate. Set plate on low rack. After cooking, stand for 2-3 minutes. 300-350 g Frozen prawns - 300-350 g Distribute frozen prawns evenly on the crusty plate. Set plate on low rack. After cooking, stand for 2-3 minutes.
Cooking Smart Food 2 Naan Serving size Ingredients 3 Pieces All-purpose flour - 2 cups, Sugar - 1/4 tbsp., Hot water (but not boiling, just hot tap water) – 1/4 cup, Active dry yeast – 1/2 tbsp., Warm milk – 1/2 cup, Melted butter for brushing (may use olive oil), Fresh garlic or other herbs for topping Combine the warm water with the sugar and yeast. Let sit for 10 minutes until foamy. It should smell like bread. In a bowl add the flour, warm milk and yeast mixture.
Food 4 Bread Dough Serving size 600-900 g Ingredients Bread Dough - 600-900 g Put dough in suitable sized bowl and set on the low rack. Cover with aluminium foil. A4 : Soups & Snacks (Veggie) Food 1 Cream of Lettuce Soup Serving size Ingredients 400-500 g Lettuce leaves - 2 cups, Onion – 2 ea (chopped), Milk - 2 cups, Plain flour - 2 tbsp., Butter – 2 tbsp., Salt, Sugar, Pepper as per your taste. In microwave safe glass bowl add lettuce leaves with water and cook.
Cooking Smart Food 4 Spinach Soup Serving size 400-500 g Ingredients Spinach leaves – 2 cup (chopped), Butter – 1 tbsp., Milk - 1/2 cup, Salt, Pepper, Nutmeg powder as per your taste. In microwave safe glass bowl Put spinach leaves and some water. When beep, blend the spinach to a smooth puree in a blender. And then add butter, the milk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg powder. Mix well and press start.
8 Food Serving size Hot & Sour Soup 250-300 ml Ingredients Fresh tomato puree - 4 tbsp., Readymade tomato puree - 1 tbsp., Water - 2 cups, Seasoning cube - 1, Capsicum- 1 tbsp. (finely chopped), Cottage cheese - 1 tbsp. (finely chopped), Corn flour - 21/2 tbsp., Vinegar 1 tbsp. Mix corn flour with normal water and add to all the ingredients except vinegar in a microwave safe glass bowl. Cook and serve hot with vinegar.
Cooking Smart Food 11 Chilli Honey Vegetables Serving size 200 g Ingredients Mix Vegetable (Carrot, Muter, Corn, Cornflower, French Beans etc : cut small pieces) - 200 g, Honey - 2 tbsp., Salt, Lemon juice, Pepper powder as per your test, Water as required. In microwave safe bowl take vegetables and some water. When beep, drain water and add honey, salt, lemon juice, pepper powder mix well and then press start.
15 Food Serving size Oat Hearts 15-16 ea Ingredients Oats - 11/2 Cup, Boiled Potatoes - 2, Grated Cottage Cheese - 1/4 Cup, Chilli powder 1/2 tbsp., Garam Masala - 1/4 tbsp., Dry mango powder - 1 tbsp., Salt - to taste, Chopped Coriander - 2 tbsp., Grated Carrot - 2 tbsp., Lemon juice - 1/4 tbsp. In a bowl add mashed potatoes and all the ingredients mix well. Make heart shaped culets and coat them with oats and Place it on greased crusty plate on high rack.
Cooking Smart Food 17 Lazeez Paneer Toast Serving size 4 slices Ingredients Butter - 11/2 tbsp., Brown or white bread – 4 slices, Garlic (5-6 Flakes, crushed and chopped) - 1 tbsp., Leaves of Palak (Spinach + washed & shredded) - 100 g, Paneer 150 g, Basil or Coriander - 1 tbsp. (chopped), Mozzarella cheese (grated) - 5 tbsp., Salt & Pepper - each 1/4 tbsp., Red chilli flakes as per your taste. Wash and shred the spinach leaves into thin ribbons.
20 Food Serving size Ingredients Pav Bhaji 400-500 g Vegetables (Potato, Cauliflower, Capsicum, Green Peas, Carrot, Beans etc) - 300 g, Oil - 3 tbsp., Onion (Chopped) - 2 ea, Tomato (Chopped) 2 ea, Pav Bhaji Masala, Ginger Garlic Paste, Red Chilli Powder, Salt, Lemon juice, Butter, Hara Dhaniya, Water - As per your taste. In microwave safe glass bowl take all the vegetables, after that put the bowl in microwave and start to cook.
Cooking Smart 23 Food Serving size Ingredients Veg Shami Kebab Serves 4 Boiled black Bengal gram - 1/2 cup, Boiled split Bengal gram - 1 tbsp., Chopped onion 1 medium, Coriander powder - 1 tbsp., Green chillies - 2 chopped, chaat masala - 1/2 tbsp., salt - to taste, garam masala - 1/2 tbsp., oil - 2 tbsp., bread crumbs to coat, and fresh coriander 1 tbsp. In a bowl add boiled black bengal gram and boiled split bengal gram and mash well. then add all other ingredients, except bread crumbs.
Food 26 Sago Hearts Serving size Ingredients Serves 4 Sabooddana (sago) - 150 g, Boiled potatoes 3 medium, Ginger - 1 tbsp. (chopped), Cumin seeds - 1 tbsp., Red chilli powder - 1/2 tbsp., Garam masala - 1/2 tbsp., Oil - 2 tbsp., Coriander leaves - 2 tbsp., Salt - to taste In a bowl take, one hour soaked & strain sago and add all the ingredients and mix well. Make small balls and shape them into hearts with the help of a heart shape mould and cook on greased crusty plate on high rack.
Cooking Smart Food 28 Sweet and Sour Stuffed Baskets Serving size Ingredients 6 ea Bread Slices – 6 ea, Olive Oil - 3 tbsp., Chilli Flakes - 1/4 tbsp., Oregano - 1/4 tbsp., Black Pepper powder - 1/4 tbsp., Chaat masala - 1/4 tbsp., Blanched Sprouts - 1/4 Cup, Oil 1 tbsp., Mustered seeds - 1/2 tbsp., Urad Dal (split black lentils) - 1/2 tbsp., Chana Dal (split Bengal gram) - 1 tbsp., Grated Ginger - 1/2 tbsp.
Food 2 Besan (Bengal Gram flour) Laddoo Serving size Ingredients 300-350 g Besan (Bengal Gram flour) - 2 cups , Ghee – 100 g, Powder Sugar - 75 g, Cardamom powder – 1 tbsp., Almonds (Chopped) - 1/4 cup In microwave safe glass bowl add besan and ghee, mix well and cook. When beep, stir well and press start. When cool and cardamom powder, sugar powder, mix well and make ladoo. 3 Kalakand 450-500 g Grated paneer - 300 g, Condensed Milk - 200 g, Milk powder - 3 tbsp., Corn Flour - 11/2 tbsp.
Cooking Smart 7 Food Serving size Almond Payasum 300-350 g Ingredients Almonds - 1/2 cup, Milk - 1/2 L , Sugar - 1/2 cup, Condensed Milk - 5 tbsp., Cardamom Powder 1/4 tbsp., Nutmeg - 1/2 tbsp., Saffron - 1/2 tbsp. Soak the almonds overnight. Peel and blend them into a smooth paste. In a bowl add all the ingredients and cook. 8 Ras Malai 400-450 g Milk - 400 g, Powder Sugar - 200 g, Saffron 5-6 threads, White Rasgullas - 150 g, Pistachios - 2 tbsp.
Food 11 Banana Bread Serving size 450 g Ingredients Refined flour - 225 g, Margarine - 125 g, Egg - 2 ea, Powder Sugar - 200 g, Baking Powder - 1/2 tbsp., Soda Bicarb - 1 tbsp., Riped Banana - 3 ea, Walnut - 50 g, Milk as required, Vanilla essence - 1 tbsp. Preheat at 180 °C with convection mode. Grease and dust 10” cake tin, Sieve flour with baking powder & soda bicarb. Cream butter & sugar until light & fluffy. Beat egg separately. Add gradually to creamed mixture, beating well all the time.
Cooking Smart Food 14 Choco - Cashew Biscuits Serving size Ingredients 250-300 g Refined flour - 85 g, Margarine or butter - 85 g, Powder sugar - 85 g, Cashew nut powder 85 g, Almond Essence - 1/4 tbsp., Cocoa - 1 tbsp. Preheat at 180 °C with convection mode. Sieve the flour. Cream the margarine & sugar very well until light & creamy. Add the Almond essence & mix very well. Add the flour, cocoa & cashew nut mix well, chill the mixture for 10 min. Roll out & cut out with round biscuit cutter.
Food 17 Coconut Cookies Serving size Ingredients 200-250 g Refined flour - 85 g, Margarine or butter - 55 g, Desiccated coconut - 40 g, Powder sugar - 55 g, Water - 2 tbsp. Preheat at 180 °C with convection mode. Cream the margarine & sugar very well until light & creamy. Add 2 tbsp. of water. Sieve the flour & add to the creamy mixture. Add the desiccated coconut & mix well. Shape the biscuit as you wish. Arrange them on a baking tin. Put it into low rack. After preheating, select menu and cook.
Cooking Smart Food 20 Date & Walnut Cake Serving size Ingredients 450-500 g Refined flour - 115 g, Margarine - 90 g, Egg - 2 ea, Powder Sugar - 115 g, Baking Powder 1/2 tbsp., Soda Bicarb - 1/4 tbsp., Seedless Date – 100 g, Walnut - 50 g, Milk as required, Vanilla essence - 1/2 tbsp. Preheat at 180 °C with convection mode. Grease and dust 8” cake tin, Sieve flour with baking powder & soda bicarb. Cream butter & sugar until light & fluffy. Add egg & beat in well. Add essence.
Food 23 Kesar Nankatai Serving size 400 g Ingredients Refined flour - 100 g, Powder sugar - 100 g, Ghee - 100 g, Semolina - 100 g, Cardamom powder - 1/2 tbsp., Nutmeg powder - 1/2 tbsp., Fresh curd - 1 tbsp., Soda Bicarb - 1/4 tbsp., Saffron - 1/4 tbsp., Milk - 1 tbsp. Preheat at 180 °C with convection mode. Sieve the flour. Cream the ghee & sugar very well until light & creamy. Add the cardamom & nutmeg powder & cream it again. The saffron dissolve in a 1 tbsp. of milk.
Cooking Smart 26 Food Serving size Melting Moments 200-250 g Ingredients Refined flour - 85 g, Margarine or butter 85 g, Powder sugar - 100 g, Vanilla essence 1/2 tbsp., Corn-flour - 25 g, Milk as required. Preheat at 180 °C with convection mode. Sieve the flour & cornflour together. Cream the margarine & sugar very well until light & creamy. Add the flour. If required, add a few drops of milk. Mix very well. Shape the biscuit as you wish. Arrange them on a baking tin. Put it into low rack.
Food 29 Victoria Sponge Cake Serving size Ingredients 450 -500 g Refined flour - 170 g, Margarine - 170 g, Egg – 3 ea, Powder Sugar - 170 g, Baking Powder 11/2 tbsp., Milk - 1/2 cup, Vanilla essence - 1 tbsp. Preheat at 200 °C with convection mode. Grease and dust 9” cake tin, Sieve flour with baking powder. Cream butter & sugar until light & fluffy. When the mixture is light & creamy, add the egg, one at a time, beating each time thoroughly.
Cooking Smart Food 3 Cheese Cabbage Rice Serving size 350-400 g Ingredients Soaked rice - 1 cup, Cabbage - 50 g (chopped), Capsicum – 1 ea (chopped), Corn - 50 g, Grated cheese - 100 g, Chopped coriander - 2 tbsp., Water - 3 cup, Black pepper powder - 1/4 tbsp., Salt & Sugar as per your taste, Butter - 2 tbsp. In microwave safe glass bowl take butter, rice, chopped cabbage, chopped capsicum, corn, black pepper powder, salt, sugar, mix well and cook. When beep, add all other ingredients and press start.
Food 6 Corn & Potato Baked Serving size 300-350 g Ingredients Boiled sweet corn - 100 g, Boiled Potatoes – 2 ea, Finely chopped onion - 1 ea, Finely chopped green chilli - 2 ea, Grated cheese - 4 tbsp., White sauce - 1 cup, Fresh cream 2 tbsp., Butter – 2 tbsp., Salt & Pepper as per you taste. In microwave safe glass bowl take butter, onion, green chilli and cook. When beep, add white sauce, chopped potatoes, sweet corn, fresh cream, salt, pepper, mix it well and sprinkle cheese.
Cooking Smart 9 Food Serving size Mushroom Gratin 500-550 g Ingredients Mushrooms quartered (cut into 4 pieces each) - 200 g, Oil or butter - 2 tbsp., Maida(flour) – 2 tbsp., Salt - 1 tsp., Pepper - 1 tsp., Rum or sherry (optional) - 1 tbsp., Cream - 100 g (1/2 cup), Water - 1/2 cup, Some chopped celery or coriander leaves for garnishing. In microwave safe plate butter, maida and cook. When beep, add all other ingredients, mix well and press start. Sprinkle chopped celery or coriander and serve hot.
12 Food Serving size Ingredients Nutrition Noodles 500-550 g Boiled Rice Noodles - 200 g, Oil - 1 tbsp., Garlic paste - 2 tbsp., Chopped Spring Onions - 1/4 cup, French Beans - 1/4 cup, Carrot Julian - 1/4 cup, Sliced Mushrooms - 1/4 cup, Blanched Bean Sprouts - 1/4 cup, Roasted Peanuts - 1/4 cup, Soya Sauce - 2 tbsp, Sugar - 1 tbsp, Lemon Juice 1 tbsp., Salt - to taste, Black Pepper - to taste Mix all in a glass bowl except lemon juice. Cook and add lemon juice to serve.
Cooking Smart Food 15 Pasta in Pesto Sauce Serving size 400-450 g Ingredients Fussily Pasta - 200 g, Oil - 1 tbsp., Cream – 1 cup, Grated cheese - 3 tbsp., Butter - 2 tbsp., Oregano - 1/2 tbsp., Salt & pepper as per your taste, Olive Oil - 1 tbsp., Pesto Sauce - 4 tbsp., Water - 3 cups. In microwave safe glass bowl take Pasta with water, oil and cook. When beep, drain the water & keep a side. In another bowl add butter, olive oil, pasta, cream, salt, pepper powder, oregano, cheese, pesto sauce.
Food 18 Sun Dried Tomato Risotto Serving size Ingredients 400-500 g Rice - 1 cup, Garlic - 2 cloves, Onion 1 (chopped), White wine - 1/2 cup, Seasoning cube - 1 cup, Broccoli - 1 cup, Sun dried tomatoes - 1/4 cup, Oregano - 1 tbsp., Chilli Flakes - 1 tbsp., Grated Cheese - 1/4 cup, Cream 4 tbsp., Butter - 2 tbsp., Salt - to taste. Add everything and cook.
Cooking Smart Food 21 Vegetable in Thai curry Serving size 500-600 g Ingredients For green paste : Green chillies - 6-8, Spring onions - 3 ea (chopped along with the green part), Lemon grass leaves - 4 (optional), Ginger - 2” piece, Coriander leaves - 3 tbsp., For main dish : Coconut milk - 11/2 cups, Salt - 11/2 tbsp., A tiny piece of jaggery, Coriander powder 1 tbsp., Cumin powder - 1 tbsp., Oil - 2 tbsp., Chopped mix vegetable (carrot, cabbage, peas) - 1 cup. In grinder prepare green paste.
2 Food Serving size Aloo Ghobi 300-400 g Ingredients Cut Potatoes - 200 g, Cut Cauliflower - 200 g, Cut Tomatoes - 100 g, Oil - 2 tbsp., Turmeric powder, Coriander powder, Red chilli powder, Cumin seeds, Salt, Garam masala, Water as per your taste. In microwave safe glass bowl take oil, potatoes, cauliflower. Mix well and cook. When beep, add tomatoes, other ingredients, water and then press start. 3 Aloo Poshto 400 g Boiled potatoes - 2 cups, Poppy seeds - 2 tbsp.
Cooking Smart 7 Food Serving size Ingredients Dosa Sabji 400-500 g Boiled potato peeled & chop 300 g., Chopped Onion 2 Nos., Green chilli salt, turmeric powder as per your taste, Oil 2 tbsp., Mustard Seeds, Cumin seeds, Curry leaves for tempering. In microwave safe glass bowl take oil, mustard seeds, cumin seeds, curry leaves, green chilli, turmeric powder, onion and cook. When beep, mix it well and add chopped potato. Mix it well again and press start. Garnish with coriander leaves.
Food 10 Kadhi Pakoda Serving size Ingredients 400-500 g Ghee - 2 tbsp., Gram Flour - 3 tbsp., Curd – 200 g, Water - 300 ml, Salt, Cumin, Green Chilli, Ginger, Curry Leaves as per your taste, Gram flour for Pakoda - 100 g, Red Chilli powder, Turmeric, Ajwain, Salt as per your taste. In bowl add curd, gram flour, turmeric, chilli and water mix well keep aside. In bowl take gram flour and add salt, ajwain, red chilli powder, little oil to it and make soft dough and make small ball form it.
Cooking Smart Food 13 Lazeez Bhindi Serving size Ingredients 400-500 g Bhindi (Cut into pieces) - 400 g, Onion (Chopped) - 2 ea, Tomato (Chopped) - 2 ea, Ginger Garlic Paste - 2 tbsp., Coriander Powder, Cumin Powder, Turmeric, Red Chilli Powder, Garam Masala, Salt as per your taste, Oil as required, Cream - 2 tbsp. In microwave safe glass bowl take oil, chopped onion, ginger garlic paste and cook. When beep, add powder masala, chopped tomato, bhindi, salt, cream and press start.
Food 16 Mutter Paneer Serving size Ingredients 400-500 g Boiled Mutter - 100 g, Paneer - 200 g, Onions – 2 ea (paste), Tomato - 2 ea (puree), Garlic-ginger paste - 1 tbsp., Oil - 2 tbsp., Red chilli powder, Garam masala, Fresh Cream, Salt, Turmeric, Sugar, Kasoori methi, Coriander as per your taste, Cream - 2 tbsp. In microwave safe bowl add oil, onions and ginger-garlic paste and cook.
Cooking Smart 19 Food Serving size Ingredients Sambhar 400-500 g Boiled Arhar Dal / Red Gram - 100 g, Oil 2 tbsp., Onion – 1 ea (chopped), Tomato – 1 ea (Chopped), Mix vegetables (drumsticks, ghia/ bottle gourd, red pumpkin, brinjal, ladies finger) - 1 cup, Mustard Seeds - 1 tbsp., Asafetida 1/4 tbsp., Tamarind pulp, Cumin seeds, Green chilli, Sambhar masala, Salt as required. In microwave safe bowl boiled dal, turmeric powder, onions, green chillies, tomatoes, mixed vegetables and add some water.
Food 23 Stuffed Tomato Serving size 200-300 g Ingredients Tomato - 4 ea, Onion Chopped) – 1 ea, Paneer 1/2 cup, Coriander, Cumin Powder, Salt & Sugar as per your taste, Butter - 1 tbsp. Cut tomatoes and scoop out the pulp to have plain tomato cups. Grate paneer then mix coriander, cumin powder and stuff the mixture with tomatoes. In microwave safe glass bowl add butter, chopped onions, tomatoes and cook. 24 Tamarind Rice 500-550 g For the Masala: Split Bengal gram - 11/2 tbsp.
Cooking Smart Food 27 Stuffed Brinjals Serving size Ingredients 300-350 g Small brinjals – 250 g, chopped Onion - 1 small, ginger garlic Paste - 1 tbsp., Red chilli powder - 1/2 tbsp., Coriander powder - 1 tbsp., Aamchur powder - 1/2 tbsp., Turmeric - 1/2 tbsp., Garam masal - 1/4 tbsp., oil - 2 tbsp., Tomato Puree 1/4 cup, salt to taste Fresh coriander - 1 tbsp. Slit the brinjals from middle and keep aside.
31 Food Serving size Ingredients Harabhara Kabab 300-400 g Boiled Potato (mashed) - 200 g, Mix vegetable (mashed) - 100 g, Ginger garlic paste - 1 tbsp., Chilli paste - 1 tbsp., Salt, Garam masala, Oil and bread crump’s as required. Mix all the ingredients and make cutlets in desired shape. Place cutlets on metal flat dish, keep this on high rack and cook. When beeps, turn the cutlets and press start. Serve with sauce.
Cooking Smart Food 35 Tandoori Gobhi Serving size Ingredients 250-300 g Gobhi (Cut big flowers) - 200 g, Marinate : Hung Curd - 4 tbsp., Ginger Garlic Paste - 11/2 tbsp., Red Chilli Powder, Garam Masala as per your taste, Lemon Juice - 1 tbsp., Edible Red Color – 1 pinch, Oil - 1 tbsp. Mix all the ingredients of marinate thoroughly. Add gobhi pieces and keep it for 2 hours in a refrigerator. Keep the pieces in metal tray on high rack. Apply little oil on it and cook.
Food 2 Chicken Corn soup Serving size Ingredients 450-500 g Boneless Chicken - 100 g, Crushed Corn - 50 g, Ginger Paste – 1 tbsp., Garlic Paste – 1 tbsp., Salt & Pepper Powder as per your taste, Corn Flour Paste - 2 tbsp. (dissolve in 1/2 cup of water), Oil 2 tbsp., Water - 300 ml In microwave safe glass bowl add oil, chicken in small pieces, crushed corn, ginger paste, garlic paste, corn flour paste & water, mix it well and cook. Serve hot.
Cooking Smart Food 5 Chicken in Nuddle Soup Serving size Ingredients 550-600 g Noodles - 200 g, Boneless Chicken – 200 g, Water - 4 cups, Fresh red chillies - 2 ea (sliced), Soya sauce - 2 tbsp., Chopped onion - 1 ea, White pepper powder& salt as per your taste, Fresh basil leaves - 10-12, Chopped Coriander leaves - 2 tbsp., Chopped spring onion - 2 tbsp., Sugar as per your taste, Oil - 2 tbsp. In microwave safe glass bowl add chicken, onion, oil, 1 cup of water and cook.
Food 8 Chicken Soup Serving size Ingredients 350-400 g Boneless Chicken - 150 g, Ginger paste - 1 tbsp., Garlic paste - 1 tbsp., Salt & Pepper powder as per your taste, Corn Flour Paste - 2 tbsp. (dissolve in 1/2 cup of water), Oil - 2 tbsp., Water - 300 ml. In microwave safe glass bowl add oil, chicken in small pieces, ginger paste, garlic paste, corn flour paste and water, mix it well and cook. Serve hot.
Cooking Smart Food 12 Mutton Soup Serving size Ingredients 300-350 g Boneless Mutton - 150 g, Ginger paste – 1 tbsp., Garlic Paste – 1 tbsp., Salt & Pepper powder as per your taste, Corn Flour Paste - 2 tbsp. (dissolve in 1/2 cup of water), Oil - 2 tbsp., Water - 300 ml. In microwave safe glass bowl add oil, mutton in small pieces, ginger paste, garlic paste, corn flour paste and water mix it well, cook. Serve hot.
Food 15 Chilli Chicken Serving size Ingredients 300-350 g Boneless Chicken - 250 g, Chopped Ginger 1/2 tbsp., Chopped Garlic - 1/2 tbsp., Vinegar - 1 tbsp., Soya sauce - 2 tbsp., Ajinomoto 1/2 tbsp., Green chilli - 4-5 ea (slit length ways), One medium capsicum : cut into thin strips, One small onion - cut into 1/2” thin strips, Onion leaves - 2-3 (cut into long strips), Sugar 1 tbsp., Salt as per your taste, Sherry - 2 tbsp., Corn Flour - 2 tbsp.(dissolve in 1/2 of water), Oil - 2 tbsp.
Cooking Smart Food 18 Kheema Ball Serving size 300-350 g Ingredients Boiled Chicken Kheema - 175 g, Boiled & Mashed Potato - 3 ea, Ginger, Garlic paste, Salt, Garam Masala, Coriander, Lemon juice as per your taste, Bengali Gram powder - 2 tbsp. Mix all the ingredients together. Make balls from it. Place the balls in greased microwave safe flat dish. Cook. 19 Lemon Chicken 400-450 g Boneless Chicken - 300 g, Lemon juice - 3 tbsp., Salt as per your taste, Honey - 3 tbsp., Pepper powder - 1 tbsp.
Food 21 Galouti Kebab Serving size Ingredients 16 kebabs Mutton mince – 500 g, Ginger paste - 2 tbsp., Garlic paste - 2 tbsp., Split bengal gram flour - 1/2 cup, Butter - 2 tbsp., Raw papaya paste - 2 tbsp., Chilli powder - 1 tbsp., Cardamom powder - 1 tbsp., Mace powder - 1/2 tbsp., Butter for greasing - 2 tbsp., Salt - to taste Pressure cook mince and split bengal gram. Add except oil, blend in blender and mince well. Divide the mixture in 16 equal portions and shape into flat kebabs.
Cooking Smart Food 23 Seekh Kebab Serving size 500 g Ingredients Chicken mince (Keema) - 500 g, Garam masala - 3/4 tbsp., Garlic (Lasun) paste - 1 tbsp, Ginger (Adrak) paste - 1 tbsp., Cashewnut (Kaju) 2 tbsp., thick Cream (Malai) - 2 tbsp., Onion (Pyaj) - 2, Carom seeds / thyme (Ajwain) - 2 tbsp., Dried mango powder (Amchoor) 2 tbsp., Rock salt (Kala Namak) - 2 tbsp., Cumin seed (Jeera) - 3 tbsp., Dry ginger (Saunth) - 1 tbsp., Black pepper (Kali Mirch) - 1 tbsp., Nutmeg powder (Jaiphal) - 1/2 tbsp.
Food 25 Tangri Kebab Serving size Ingredients 350-400 g Chicken - 2 large leg pieces, Hung curd - 1/2 cup, Lemon - 1 tbsp., Garam masala powder - 1 tbsp., Red chilli powder - 1 tbsp., Salt - to taste, Ginger garlic paste - 1 tbsp., Edible orange color - A few drops, Oil - 2 tbsp. Clean and wash the chicken pieces and make random slits on them. Damp with kitchen towel to remove extra water. Mix all the ingredients except salt together. Rub and wrap chicken pieces in it and keep aside for an hour.
Cooking Smart Food 27 Spicy Chicken Wings Serving size 250 g Ingredients Chicken wings - 250 g, Oil - 2 tbsp., Chicken masala - 2 tbsp., Lemon juice - 2 tbsp., Salt - to taste Marinate for 1/2 an hour and cook. Place it on greased crusty plate on high rack. A9 : Indian Famous Variety & Kebabs (Non-Veggie) Food 1 Badami Tangri Serving size Ingredients 550-600 g Drumsticks - 5 ea (500 g chicken legs) First marinade : Lemon juice - 2 tbsp., Oil - 1 tbsp., Salt - 1/2 tbsp., Red chilli powder 1/2 tbsp.
Food 3 Butter Keema Serving size Ingredients 700-800 g Keema - 500 g, Lemon juice - 1 tbsp., Kashmiri red chilli powder - 1 tbsp., Salt to taste For marination Yogurt - 1 cup, Salt to taste, Ginger paste - 2 tbsp., Garlic paste - 2 tbsp., Lemon juice 2 tbsp., Garam masala powder - 1 tbsp., Mustard oil - 2 tbsp. For gravy Green chillies - 2, Dried fenugreek leaves 1/2 tbsp., Butter - 2-3 tbsp., Bay leaves - 2, Pepper corns – 10 ea, Cinnamon - 2” stick, Green cardomums – 5 cloves, Ginger paste 1 tbsp.
Cooking Smart Food 4 Chettinad Prawn Curry Serving size Ingredients 500 g For the Chettinad Masala : Grated Coconut - 1/2 cup, Coriander Seeds 1/2 tbsp., Red Chilli – 1 ea, Cardamom – 3, Fennel Seeds - 1 tbsp., Cloves - 3, Cinnamon - 25 mm stick, Oil – 1 tbsp. Other Ingredients : Poppy Seeds - 1 tbsp., Broken Cashew nuts 2 tbsp., Ginger - 25 mm piece, Garlic - 6 cloves, Oil - 3 tbsp., Chopped Onion - 1/2 cup, Tomatoes Puree - 5 tbsp., Turmeric Powder - 1/2 tbsp., Chilli Powder - 1/2 tbsp.
6 Food Serving size Ingredients Chicken Vindaloo 650-700 g Boneless Chicken - 500 g (cut into pieces), Dry red chillies - 6-7, Vinegar - 3 tbsp., Chopped Onion - 2 ea, Garlic & ginger paste - each 1 tbsp., Tomato puree - 1/4 cup, Potato - 1 ea, Oil – 3 tbsp., Stick cinnamon - 2”, Cumin powder – 1 tbsp., Turmeric powder - 1/2 tbsp., Salt 11/2 tbsp., Water - 1/2 cup. In microwave safe glass bowl take oil, stick cinnamon, turmeric powder, garlic-ginger paste, chopped onion, chicken and cook.
Cooking Smart Food 8 Dum Chicken Kali Mirch Serving size Ingredients 600-650 g Chicken – 400 g (cut into 8 pieces) Marinade : Thick yogurt - 1/2 cup, Almonds - 8-10 (ground to powder), Ginger -garlic paste - 1 tbsp., Oil - 1 tbsp., Red chilli powder - 1/2 tbsp., Salt 3/4 tbsp., Garama masala powder - 1/2 tbsp. Other ingredients : Oil - 3 tbsp., Peppercorns - 1/2 tbsp., Onion paste - 2 ea, Coriander powder - 1 tbsp. In microwave safe glass bowl take oil, chicken and marinated ingredients.
Food 11 Kheema Kofta Serving size Ingredients 450-500 g Keema - 250 g, Ginger-garlic paste - 1 tbsp., Green chillies - 2 (chopped), Garam masala 1/2 tbsp., Salt - 3/4 tbsp., Bread-crumbs - 1/2 cup, Fresh coriander leaves - 2 tbsp. (chopped) For Creamy tomato sauce : Tomato puree – 1 cup, Chopped ginger - 1 tbsp., Salt - 3/4 tbsp., Red chilli powder - 3/4 tbsp., Cumin powder – 1 tbsp., Cream - 1/2 cup, Orange red colour - 1 pinch.
Cooking Smart Food 13 Mutton & Mushroom in hot tomato sauce Serving size Ingredients 700-750 g Boneless Mutton - 500 g, Chopped mushrooms - 10-12, Chopped spring onions – 3–4, Chopped garlic - 5 cloves, Red chilli (crushed) - 1 tbsp., Pepper corns – 5-6, Chopped tomato - 1 large size, Butter - 2 tbsp., Salt to taste, Tomato 3/4 cup, Honey - 2 tbsp., Dried oregano - 1/4 tbsp. In microwave safe add butter, mutton, 1 cup of water and cook. When beep, add all other ingredients and press start. Serve hot.
15 Food Serving size Ingredients Mutton Jalfraizee 400-450 g Lamb steaks - 500 g, Tomato puree - 1 cup, Brown Onion paste - 1/2 cup, Chillies - 4, Curry powder - 1 tbsp., Chilly powder - 1/2 tbsp., Garlic flakes - 5, Ginger - 2 inch, Chopped coriander leaves - 2 tbsp., Garam masala (hot spice mix) - 1/2 tbsp., Cumin seeds - 1/2 tbsp., Cardamoms seeds only - 3, Green pepper - 1, Oil - 3 tbsp.
Cooking Smart Food 17 Mutton Malai Serving size 650-700 g Ingredients Keema - 500 g, Ginger paste - 1 tbsp., Green chillies finely - 3-4 (chopped), Garam masala - 1 tbsp., Bread slices - 3, Egg – 1 ea, Salt – 11/4 tbsp., Fresh coriander leaves - 1/4 cup (chopped), coriander-for garnishing For tomato sauce : Tomatoes - 5 ea, Ginger - 21/2”, Salt - 1 tbsp., Red chilli powder - 1 tbsp., Cumin powder - 1 tbsp., Cream - 1 cup, Orange red colour 1 pinch. Mix tomato sauce, cream & orange colour and keep aside.
Food 19 Mutton Mirchi Serving size 800-900 g Ingredients Boneless Mutton - 600 g, Cashewnuts - 1/2 cup, Green chillies – 2-3, Fresh coriander leaves – 1 few springs, Yogurt - 1 cup, Ginger-garlic paste - 2 tsps., Red chilli powder - 1 tbsp., Coriander powder - 2 tbsp., Salt to taste, Oil - 2 tbsp., Bay leaf - 1, Cloves – 4-5, Green cardamoms – 4-5, Garam masala powder 1 tbsp., White pepper powder - 1/4 tbsp., Fresh cream - 1/3 cup. Make a paste of green chilli, coriander and spring onion.
Cooking Smart 22 Food Serving size Ingredients Schejwan Prawns 450-500 g Prawns - 200 g, Red chilli paste - 2 tbsp., Tomato sauce - 4 tbsp., Soya sauce - 1 tbsp., Ajinomoto - 1/4 tbsp., Sugar - 2 tbsp., Salt as per your taste, Water - 1 cup, Oil - 2 tbsp., Pepper powder - 1/4 tbsp., 1” ginger chopped, Garlic - 5-6 (chopped), Green chilli - 1 tbsp., Spring onion - 2 tbsp. (chopped), Water - 1/2 cup, Corn flour - 2 tbsp. (dissolve in 1 cup water), Vinegar - 1 tbsp.
Food 25 Chicken Tikka Serving size Ingredients 400-450 g Boneless chicken - 400 g, Thick yogurt - 1/2 cup, Chat Masala - 1 tbsp., Ginger-garlic paste – each 1 tbsp., Orange red colour - 1 pinch, Oil - 2 tbsp., Semolina - 2 tbsp., Red chilli powder - 1 tbsp., Salt as per your taste, Coriander leaves - 2 tbsp. Marinate chicken with salt, thick yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, orange-red colour, red chilli powder, mix it well & keep it in refrigerator for 1/2 hour. Roll it in semolina.
Cooking Smart 28 Food Serving size Ingredients Fish Malai Kabab 400-450 g Fish fillet - 300 g, Garlic paste - 1 tbsp., Anissed powder - 1 tbsp., Dry mango powder - 1 tbsp., Red chilli powder - 1 tbsp., Cream - 4 tbsp., Oil 2 tbsp., Salt as per your taste, Coriander leaves - 1 tbsp. Place fish in a bowl. Add all the ingredients and mix well. Let it marinate for 2 hours at refrigerator. Place kabab on a metal tray on high rack and cook. When beep, turn them over and press start.
Food 31 Goanese Fish Kabab Serving size Ingredients 400-500 g Surmai ( Goanese fish) - 300 g (cut into pieces), Tamarind juice - 2 tbsp., Red chilli powder – 1 tbsp., Turmeric powder - 1/2 tbsp., Cumin powder - 1/2 tbsp., Coconut oil - 1 tbsp., Rice flour - 1 tbsp., Chopped peppercorn - 1 tbsp., Salt as per your taste, Coriander leaves - 1 tbsp. Place fish in a bowl. Add all the ingredients & mix well. Let it marinate for 1 hour at refrigerator. Place kabab on a metal tray on high rack and cook.
Cooking Smart Food 34 Mutton Tikka Serving size 400-450 g Ingredients Mutton (cut into pieces) - 400 g, Thick yogurt - 1/2 cup, Chat Masala - 1 tbsp., Ginger-garlic paste – 1 tbsp. each, Orange red colour 1 pinch, Oil - 2 tbsp., Semolina - 2 tbsp., Red chilli powder - 1 tbsp., Salt as per your taste, Coriander leaves - 2 tbsp. Marinate mutton with salt, thick yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, orange-red colour, red chilli powder, mix it well & keep it in refrigerator for 1/2 hour. Roll it in semolina.
Food 37 Sesame Fish (Goanese Recipe) Serving size Ingredients 400-500 g Surmai ( Goanese fish) - 400 g (cut into pieces), Dry mango powder - 1 tbsp., Red chilli powder - 1 tbsp., Turmeric powder - 1/2 tbsp., Garam Masala - 1 tbsp., Ginger-garlic paste - each 1 tbsp., Coconut oil – 2 tbsp., Rice flour - 1 tbsp., Salt as per your taste, Sesame seeds - 4-5, Coriander leaves - 1 tbsp.
Cooking Smart 2 Food Serving size Ingredients Chicken Chettinad 700-800 g Chicken - 500 g (cut into pieces of your choice), Ginger-garlic paste - each 1 tbsp., Tomato puree - 1/2 cup, Red chilli powder - 1/2 tbsp., Chopped onion - 2 ea, Coconut Oil - 3 tbsp., Curry leaves - 10-12, Freshly Crushed pepper - 2 tbsp., Chopped Coriander powder - 1 tbsp., Garam masala - 1 tbsp.
Food 5 Chicken Jalfreji Serving size 500-600 g Ingredients Chicken - 500 g (medium size pieces), Onion – 1 (chopped), Garlic - 4-5 flakes, Tomato Puree - 4 ea, Grated Ginger - 1 tbsp., Garam Masala - 1 tbsp., Cumin Powder - 1 tbsp., Red Chilli Powder - 1 tbsp., Lemon Juice - 1/2 tbsp., Turmeric powder - 1 tbsp., Oil - 3 tbsp., Capsicum - 1 ea, Cream - 1 cup. In microwave safe glass bowl add oil, onion, ginger, garlic, haldi, chicken and cook.
Cooking Smart 7 Food Serving size Ingredients Chicken Makhani 600-700 g Chicken - 600 g (cut into pieces of your choice), brown onion paste - 1/4 cup, Ginger paste 1 tbsp., Garlic paste - 1 tbsp., Tomato puree - 1/2 cup, Garam Masala - 1 tbsp., Coriander powder – 1 tbsp., Cumin powder - 1 tbsp., Chilli powder – 1 tbsp., Turmeric powder - 1 tbsp., Dried Fenugreek leaves - 1 tbsp., Cashew nut powder - 4 tbsp., Cream - 1/2 cup, Oil - 4 tbsp.
Food 10 Chicken with Capsicum Serving size 450-500 g Ingredients Chicken Breast - 250 g, Chopped Spaghetti 75 g, Chopped green, Red, Yellow capsicum – Each 1 ea, Chopped Onion - 1 ea, Chopped tomato - 2 ea, Olive oil - 4 tbsp., Salt and pepper as per your taste, Grated cheese 2 tbsp., Water - 1/2 cup. In microwave safe glass bowl add olive oil, chicken, salt and cook. When beep, add all ingredients. Mix it well, add water, cover it and press start. Sprinkle grated cheese and serve hot.
Cooking Smart Food 13 Green Chicken Kabab Serving size Ingredients 400 -450 g Boneless chicken - 400 g, Ginger-garlic paste – 1 tbsp. each. Oil - 2 tbsp., Semolina - 2 tbsp., Salt as per your taste, Coriander leaves - 2 tbsp. For Green paste : Fresh coconut - 1 cup, Coriander leaves 4 tbsp., Green chilli - 2-3, Cumin seeds – 1 tbsp., Garlic – 10-12 cloves, Lemon juice - 1 tbsp., Salt and sugar as per your taste and make a fine paste of it Make the slice of the chicken.
Food 15 Hyderabadi Murg Korma Serving size Ingredients 800-900 g Chicken - 1000 g, Fried onions paste - 11/2 cup, Blanched and chopped tomatoes - 1/2 cup, Chopped Ginger and garlic - 2 tbsp., Fresh cream - 4 tbsp., Saffron - 2 pinches (dissolved in 1/2 cup water), Oil - 3 tbsp., Salt - to taste, Water - 1 cup To be ground to a smooth paste: Red chillies - 6, Poppy seeds - 1 tbsp.
Cooking Smart Food 18 Mirchi Chicken Serving size Ingredients 400-450 g Chicken legs – 5-6 ea, Chopped coriander leaves - 2 tbsp., Oil - 4 tbsp., Tomato puree - 1 cup, Sugar and salt as per your taste, Onion paste – 4 tbsp., Ginger-garlic & green chilli paste 2 tbsp., Lemon juice - 2 tbsp., Garam Masala 1 tbsp. Marinate chicken with onion, ginger-garlic & green chilli paste. Place it in refrigerator for 2-3 hours. In microwave safe glass bowl add oil, marinated chicken & cook.
Food 21 Pepper Chicken Serving size 400-450 g Ingredients Boneless chicken - 300 g, Salt, Lemon juice, Pepper powder as per your taste, Oil – 3 tbsp., Chopped onion - 4 tbsp., Chopped tomato - 3 tbsp., Chopped garlic - 2 tbsp., Water as required, Coriander leaves - 1 tbsp. Take chicken, marinate with salt, lemon juice, pepper powder for 1 hour. In microwave safe bowl put oil, chopped onion, chopped tomato, chopped garlic and cook.
Cooking Smart Food 24 Yogurt Chicken Serving size Ingredients 500-600 g Chicken - 500 g, Yogurt - 1 cup, Finely chopped mint leaves - 1 tbsp., Corn flour - 1 tbsp.(mix in 2 tbsp. water), Oil - 2 tbsp., Chopped onion - 1 ea, Chopped green chilli – 2-3, Chopped ginger - 1 tbsp., Garam Masala - 1 tbsp., Dried fenugreek leaves - 1 tbsp., Salt as per your taste, Chopped coriander - 1 tbsp. In microwave safe glass bowl add oil, onion, green chilli, ginger & chicken, mix it well and cook.
3 Food Serving size Chicken au gratin 400-450 g Ingredients Boneless chicken - 250 g, White sauce - 2 cup, Butter - 2 tbsp., Salt – 3/4 tbsp., Pepper to taste, Tomato ketchup - 1 tbsp. Vegetables : Chopped French beans – 10-15, Carrots - 2 ea, Cauliflower - 1/2, Peas - 1/2 cup, Potato - 1 ea cut into pieces, Bottle gourd 1/2 cup, Grated cheese - 1/4 cup In microwave safe glass bowl add butter, chicken, vegetables, 1/2 cup of water and cook.
Cooking Smart Food 6 Chicken in hot Garlic Sauce Serving size Ingredients 500-550 g Boneless chicken - 250 g, Capsicum - 1 ea (cut into pieces), Oil - 3 tbsp., Garlic - 1 tbsp. (chopped), Dry red chilli - 1 ea (cut into thin slices), Red chilli paste - 1 tbsp., Spring onion – 1 ea, Tomato ketchup - 3 tbsp., Red chilli sauce – 1 tbsp., Soya sauce - 2 tbsp., Vinegar - 1 tbsp., Pepper - 1/2 tbsp., Sugar - 1/2 tbsp., Corn flour – 4 tbsp.
Food 9 Chicken Pulao Serving size 600-700 g Ingredients Basmati rice - 11/2 cup, Boneless chicken – 4 pieces (2 legs, 2 thighs or 2 legs and 2 breasts), Onions – 2 ea (medium size, sliced thinly), Cloves - 4, Cinnamon - 1”, Black cardamom - 2, Pure ghee - 3 tbsp., Chopped tomatoes - 2, Salt - 2 tbsp., Garam masala – 1 tbsp., Red chilli powder - 1 tbsp., Garlic paste – 1 tbsp., Ginger paste - 1 tbsp., Water -21/2 cups In microwave safe glass bowl add ghee onion, black cardamom and cook.
Cooking Smart Food 11 Chicken with sweet & spicy vegetables Serving size Ingredients 700-800 g Boneless Chicken - 500 g, Pineapple juice 1/2 cup, Baby corns (cut into lengthwise) – 3-4, Broccoli/ cauliflower – 4-5, Mushrooms – 3-4 (cut into pieces), Slices of pineapple - 2 ea, Small capsicum - 1 ea (cut into pieces), Red chilli paste - 1/2 tbsp., Crushed garlic - 11/2 tbsp., Spring onion white - 2-3 (cut into slices), Tomato ketchup - 1/4 cup, Vinegar - 3 tbsp., Ajinomoto - 1/4 tbsp., Sugar - 4 tbsp.
Food 13 Chilly Chicken Pizza Serving size Ingredients 300-350 g Boiled Boneless chicken - 100 g (cut into pieces), Pizza base - 2 ea, Grated cheese 150 g, Red chilli paste - 1 tbsp., Chopped onion and capsicum - 1/2 each, Soya sauce - 1 tbsp., Vinegar - 1 tbsp., Ajinomoto - 1 pinch, Salt and pepper - 1/2 tbsp., Oregano - 1 tbsp., Oil 1 tbsp., Chopped Garlic flakes - 4 ea, Tomato puree - 1/2 cup, Tomato ketchup - 3 tbsp.
Cooking Smart 15 Food Serving size Ingredients Goshtaba 500-600 g Mutton koftas - 8, Fried onion paste - 1 cup, Pureed tomatoes - 11/2 cup, Ginger garlic paste 1 tbsp., Cinnamon powder - 1/2 tbsp., Cardamom powder - 1/2 tbsp., Salt to taste, Curd - 11/2 cup, Ghee - 1/4 cup, Water - 1 cup, Saffron - 2 to 3 strands, Red chilli powder - 1/2 tbsp, Turmeric - 1/2 tbsp, Garam masala - 1/4 tbsp., Coriander powder - 1/2 tbsp., Fresh cream - 2 tbsp.
Food 17 Kashmiri Dum Gosht Serving size Ingredients 400-500 g Mutton - 500 g, Poppy seeds - 1 tbsp., Almonds - 6, Salt - to taste, Garlic - 1 pod, Ghee - 3 tbsp., Peppercorns - 1 tbsp., A small piece of ginger, Cardamoms - 4, A small bunch of coriander leaves, Small sticks cinnamon - 3, A small piece of green papaya, Cumin seeds - 1/2 tbsp., Turmeric powder - 1 tbsp., Curd - 1/4 cup Chop mutton into medium size pieces. Roast poppy seeds and almonds, grind them to a paste.
Cooking Smart Food 19 Masala Chops Serving size Ingredients 4 to 5 Lamb chops - 500 g, Oil - 3 tbsp., Salt - to taste MARINADE: Hung curd - 11/2 cup, Raw papaya paste 1 tbsp., Lemon juice - 1 tbsp., Curry powder 5 tbsp., Carom seeds - 2 tbsp., Barbecue masala - 1 tbsp., Turmeric- 1 tbsp., Oil - 3 tbsp. GRIND TO A FINE GREEN PASTE: Ginger - 2” piece, Garlic - 10 cloves, Green chillies - 5, Green coriander - 2 tbsp. Butter for greasing Wash and drain the chops. Pat them dry on clean kitchen towel.
Food 21 Masala Mutton Chops Serving size Ingredients 600-700 g Mutton chops- 500 g, Yogurt - 1/2 cup, Ginger garlic paste - 1/2 tbsp., Green chillies - 1 tbsp., Oil - 4 tbsp., Cream - 2 tbsp., Garam masla 1/2 tbsp., Turmeric - 1/4 tbsp., Pre-made bhuna masala - 6 tbsp., Water - 1 cup. Coriander seeds powder - 1/2 tbsp., Cumin powder - 1/2 tbsp., Bay leaf - 2, Cloves - 3 to 4, Big cardamom - 2, Fresh coriander for garnishing Add everything in a microwave safe glass bowl add everything.
Cooking Smart 24 Food Serving size Poulet a’la Burgundy 600-650 g Ingredients Boneless chicken - 500 g, Oil - 2 tbsp., Garlic – 3-4 flakes (minced), Spring onions – 3-4 (chopped), Celery – 2-3 sticks (chopped), Tej patta (bay leaf) - 1, Red wine - 1/4 cup, Flour(maida) - 21/2 tbsp., Ajwain - 1/2 tbsp (powdered), Pepper powder – 1 tbsp., Salt 1 tbsp. In microwave safe glass bowl mix chicken with oil, garlic, chopped spring onions, bay leaf, celery and cook.
Food 26 Spinach, Corn & Chicken in Ginger Sauce Serving size Ingredients 600-650 g Boneless chicken - 250 g, Spinach - 250 g (remove stem & tear each leaf into 2-3 pieces), Frozen corn kernels - 1/2 cup, Ginger paste - 1/2 tbsp., Salt and pepper powder - each 3/4 tbsp., Corn flour paste - 2 tbsp.( dissolve in 1/4 cup of water), Oil - 2 tbsp. For sauce : Tomato sauce - 2 tbsp., Tomato puree - 1/2 cup, Soya sauce – 1 tbsp., Sugar - 1/2 tbsp., Ajinomoto - 1/4 tbsp., Tomato - 1/2 cut (into 4 pieces).
Cooking Smart Power Defrost guide Food Serving size (g) Directions Meat 200-1500 Shield the edges with aluminium foil. Turn the meat over, when the oven beeps. This programme is suitable for beef, lamb, pork, steaks, chops, minced meat. Stand for 20-60 minutes. d2 Poultry 200-1500 Shield the leg and wing tips with aluminium foil. Turn the poultry over, when the oven beeps. This programme is suitable for whole chicken as well as for chicken portions. Stand for 20-60 minutes.
Manual cooking Microwave cooking guide • • • Do not use metal containers with Microwave mode. Always put food containers on the turntable. It is recommended to cover the food for best results. After cooking is complete, let the food settle in its own steam. Frozen vegetables • Use a glass Pyrex container with a lid. • Stir vegetables twice during cooking, and once after cooking. • Add seasoning after cooking.
Cooking Smart Fresh vegetables • Use a glass Pyrex container with a lid. • Add 30-45 ml of cold water for every 250 g. • Stir once during cooking, and once after cooking. • Add seasoning after cooking. • For faster cooking, it is recommended to cut into smaller, even sizes. • Cook all fresh vegetables using full microwave power (900 W). Food Broccoli Serving size (g) Cooking time (min.) Standing time (min.) 250 500 3-4 6-7 3 Prepare even sized florets.
Food Serving size (g) Cooking time (min.) Standing time (min.) 250 4-5 3 Onions Cut onions into slices or halves. Add only 15 ml (1 tbsp.) water. 250 Peppers 4-5 3 4-5 7-8 3 Cut pepper into small slices. 250 500 Potatoes Weigh the peeled potatoes and cut them into similar sized halves or quarters. 250 Turnip cabbage 5-6 3 Cut turnip cabbage into small cubes. Rice and pasta Stir from time to time during and after cooking. Cook uncovered, and close the lid during settling.
Cooking Smart Reheating • Do not reheat large-sized foods such as joints of meat, which easily overcook. • It is safer to reheat foods at lower power levels. • Stir well or turn over during and after cooking. • Use caution for liquids or baby foods. Stir well before, during, and after cooking with a plastic spoon or glass stirring stick to prevent eruptive boiling and scalding. Keep them inside the oven during the standing time. Allow a longer reheating time than other food types.
Food Plated meal (chilled) Serving size Power (W) Cooking time (min.) Standing time (min.) 450 g 600 6-7 3 Plate a meal of 2-3 chilled components on a ceramic dish. Cover with microwave cling-film. Baby foods & milk Food Serving size Power (W) Cooking time (sec.) Standing time (min.) Baby food (vegetables + meat) 190 g 600 30 2-3 Baby porridge (grain + milk + fruit) Baby milk Put into ceramic deep plate. Cook covered. Stir after cooking time. Stand for 2-3 minutes.
Cooking Smart Defrost Put frozen food in a microwave-safe container without a cover. Turn over during defrosting, and drain off liquid and remove giblets after defrosting. For faster defrosting, cut the food into small pieces, and wrap them with aluminum foil before defrosting. When the outer surface of frozen foods begins to melt, stop defrosting and let stand as instructed in the table below. Do not change the default power level (180 W) for defrosting. Serving size (g) Defrosting time (min.
Grilling guide The grill-heating elements are located on the ceiling of the cooking chamber. These elements operate only when the door is closed and the turntable is rotating. When grilling food, put the food on the high rack unless otherwise instructed. Preheat the grill for 2-3 minutes with Grill mode, and, unless otherwise instructed below, grill food on the high rack. When grilling is complete, use oven gloves to take out the food.
Cooking Smart Food Baked apples Serving size Mode Cooking time (1st side) (min.) Cooking time (2nd side) (min.) 2 apples 300 W + Grill 6-7 - Core the apples and fill them with raisins and jam. Put some almond slices on top. Put apples on a flat glass pyrex dish. Place the dish directly on the low rack. Roast Chicken 1200-1300 g 450 W + Grill 19-23 20-24 Brush chicken with oil and spices. Put chicken first breast side down, second side breast side up on the low rack.
Food Serving size (g) Grilled tomatoes 200 Preheat Cooking Mode Time (min.) Mode Time (min.) 600 W + Grill 3 300 W + Grill 3½-4½ Preheat crusty plate. Cut tomatoes in halves. Put some cheese on top. Arrange in a circle on plate and set on high rack. Potato wedges 250 600 W + Grill 4 450 W + Grill 8-10 Rinse and clean potatoes. Cut into wedges or cubes. Brush with olive oil, herbs and spices. Distribute cubes evenly on plate. Put plate on high rack. Turn over after 5-7 minutes.
Cooking Smart Hot blast guide Cooking with hot blast is a powerful combination of the inner grill heater and the convection ring heater with fan at side. The hot air blows from the top of the cavity through holes into the oven. The heating element at top and side and the fan at the side-wall, keeps the hot air circulating evenly. Use this mode for biscuits, individual scones, rolls, and cakes as well as fruit cakes, choux, and soufflés.
Convection guide Convection In Convection mode, both the heating element and the side-wall fan operate together to circulate the heat inside the cooking chamber. Use this mode for biscuits, individual scones, rolls, and cakes as well as fruit cakes, choux, and soufflés. All conventional ovenproof cookware, baking tins and sheets – anything you would normally use in a traditional convection oven – can be used.
Cooking Smart Food Marble cake Serving size (g) Mode Cooking Time (min.) 700 Only 180 °C 70-80 Put the fresh dough in a small rectangular black metal baking dish (length 25 cm). Put the dish on the low rack. After baking stand for 5-10 minutes. Small Cakes each 30 Only 165°C 25-35 Put up to 12-15 small cakes / muffins in paper cups on crusty plate. Put plate on low rack. After baking stand for 5 minutes.
Steam cooking guide Food Artichokes Serving size (g) Mode Cooking Time (min.) 300 (1-2 pcs) 900 W 5-6 Rinse and clean artichokes. Put into bowl. Add one tablespoon lemon juice. Cover with lid. Stand for 1-2 minutes. Fresh Vegetables 300 900 W 4-5 Weigh the vegetables (e.g. broccoli florets, cauliflower florets, carrots, pepper) after washing, cleaning and cutting into similar size. Put basket into bowl. Distribute vegetables in basket. Add 2 tablespoons water. Cover with lid.
Cooking Smart Food Stew (chilled) Serving size (g) Mode Cooking Time (min.) 400 600 W 5-6 Put stew into the bowl. Cover with lid. Stir well before standing. Stand for 1-2 minutes. Frozen Yeast Dumpling with Jam Filling Fruit Compote 150 600 W 1-2 Moist the top of filled dumplings with cold water. Put 1-2 frozen dumplings side by side into the basket. Insert basket in bowl. Cover with lid. Stand for 2-3 minutes. 250 900 W 3-4 Weigh the fresh fruits (e.g.
Quick & Easy Melting chocolate Put 100 g chocolate into a small deep glass dish. Heat for 3-5 minutes, using 450 W until chocolate is melted. Stir once or twice during melting. Use oven gloves while taking out! Meltng crystallized honey Put 20 g crystallized honey into a small deep glass dish. Heat for 20-30 seconds using 300 W, until honey is melted. Melting gelatine Lay dry gelatine sheets (10 g) for 5 minutes into cold water. Put drained gelatine into a small glass pyrex bowl.
Troubleshooting You may encounter a problem using the oven. In that case, first check the table below and try the suggestions. If a problem persists, or if any information code keeps appearing on the display, contact a local Samsung service centre. Checkpoints If you encounter a problem with the oven, first check the table below and try the suggestions. Problem Cause Action General Foreign matter may be caught between the buttons. Remove the foreign matter and try again.
Cause Action The oven has been cooking for an extended period of time. After cooking for an extended period of time, let the oven cool. The cooling fan is not working. Listen for the sound of the cooling fan. Trying to operate the oven without food inside. Put food in the oven. There is not sufficient ventilation space for the oven. There are intake/exhaust outlets on the front and rear of the oven for ventilation. Keep the gaps specified in the product installation guide.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Action Troubleshooting The oven does not heat. The oven may not work, too much food is being cooked, or improper cookware is being used. Put one cup of water in a microwave-safe container and run the microwave for 1-2 minutes to check whether the water is heated. Reduce the amount of food and start the function again. Use a cooking container with a flat bottom. Heating is weak or slow.
Cause Action The interior light is dim or does not turn on. The door has been left open for a long time. The interior light may automatically turn off when the Eco function operates. Close and reopen the door or press the "Cancel" button. The interior light is covered by foreign matter. Clean the inside of the oven and check again. A beeping sound occurs during cooking. If the Auto Cook function is being used, this beeping sound means it’s time to turn over the food during thawing.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Action The brightness inside the oven varies. Brightness changes depending on power output changes according to function. Power output changes during cooking are not malfunctions. This is not an oven malfunction. Cooking is finished, but the cooling fan is still running. To ventilate the oven, the cooling fan continues to run for about 5 minutes after cooking is complete. This is not an oven malfunction. Pressing the +30sec button operates the oven.
Problem Cause Action During initial operation, smoke may come from the heating elements when you first use the oven. This is not a malfunction, and if you run the oven 2-3 times, it should stop. Food is on the heating elements. Let the oven cool and then remove the food from the heating elements. Food is too close to the grill. Put the food a suitable distance away while cooking. Food is not properly prepared and/or arranged. Make sure food is properly prepared and arranged.
Troubleshooting Problem The oven does not cook properly. Cause Action The oven door is frequently opened during cooking. Do not frequently open the door unless you are cooking things that need to be turned. If you open the door often, the interior temperature will be lowered and this may affect the results of your cooking. The oven controls are not correctly set. Correctly set the oven controls and try again. The grill or other accessories are not correctly inserted.
Information codes If the oven fails to operate, you may see an information code on the display. Check the table below and try the suggestions. Code C-20 Description Action The temperature sensor is open. The temperature sensor is short. C-A1 This code appears when the oven fails to sense the damper to open or close for 1 minute. C-F0 If there is no communication between the main and sub MICOM. C-21 This code appears when the oven temperature high.
Technical specifications specification SAMSUNG strives to improve its products at all times. Both the design specifications and these user instructions are thus subject to change without notice.
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