04CU13116 WOK-730 IB 6/22/04 10:41 AM INSTRUCTION BOOKLET Page 1 Cuisinart™ Electric Wok Recipe Booklet IB-5240 Reverse Side WOK-703 For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
04CU13116 WOK-730 IB 6/22/04 10:41 AM Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 8. 7. 6. 5. 4. 3. 2. 1. Do not use outdoors. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Cuisinart may result in fire, electrical shock or injury to persons. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest Cuisinart Authorized Service Facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
04CU13116 WOK-730 IB 6/22/04 10:41 AM TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 3 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parts and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Before the First Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assembly and Disassembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
04CU13116 WOK-730 IB B. 6/22/04 Place base on a flat clean surface where you intend to cook. Locate the wok release switch on one corner of the base (Fig. A). 10:41 AM Page 4 C. The button in the center of the bar will pop up. The wok release switch should be in the open position before placing the wok onto the base. Place your index finger and middle finger inside the open channel and pull out the release bar (Fig. B). A. ASSEMBLY/DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1. 2.
04CU13116 WOK-730 IB Tempura Rack 6/22/04 10:41 AM Page 5 The tempura rack can be used when preparing pan-fried dishes or to simply keep cooked foods warm but away from direct contact with the pan. Use the tempura rack to allow excess oil from pan-fried foods to drip back into the pan. The tempura rack rests on the rim of the wok. 4. Insert the temperature control probe into the socket on one side of the wok. 2.
04CU13116 WOK-730 IB 6/22/04 10:41 AM Page 6 NOTE: Wooden utensils will not damage the nonstick surface of the wok. Stir-frying is usually done in stages, as foods tend to have different cooking times. Cooked foods can be removed from the wok and returned at a later stage when sauces or spices are added to complete the dish. The Cuisinart™ Electric Wok has been treated with a nonstick coating for easy food preparation and easy cleanup.
04CU13116 WOK-730 IB 6/22/04 10:41 AM Page 7 can happen when foods are boiled or poached. Steam food in your wok to cook a new dish or to reheat leftovers. Cuisinart has included a steamer rack with your wok. The steamer rack should be placed inside the wok with the triangle-shaped feet facing down. The steamer rack is meant to hold your food over simmering or boiling water while the steam surrounds and cooks the food.
04CU13116 WOK-730 IB • 6/22/04 10:41 AM Page 8 Fruits are often poached in a sugar syrup or wine. Spices such as cinnamon sticks, cloves, peppercorns or a vanilla bean can be added to the poaching liquid for flavor. Braising Braising is a cooking method whereby meats or vegetables are first browned in a small amount of fat and then slowly cooked with a small amount of liquid, covered, until tender. Braising is a way of tenderizing tough cuts of meat.
04CU13116 WOK-730 IB 6/22/04 WARRANTY 10:41 AM Page 9 LIMITED THREE-YEAR WARRANTY Your Cuisinart™ Electric Wok has been manufactured to the strictest specifications and has been designed for use with the authorized accessories and replacement parts. This warranty does not cover any damage caused by accident, misuse, shipment or other ordinary household use.