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310306_mini chopper cookbook.qxp 4/4/2006 15:43 Page 2 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION .................................. 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS......................... 3 & 4 PARTS & CONTROLS ........................... 4 & 5 USING YOUR MINI CHOPPER.............. 5 to 7 GETTING STARTED PULSE CONTROL CHOPPING GRINDING BREADCRUMB COATINGS............... 13 to 15 DRIZZLE HOLES TIPS FOR SUCCESS SERVICING ................................. .........
10306_mini chopper cookbook.qxp 4/4/2006 15:43 Page 3 THE DUALIT MINI CHOPPER Thank you for purchasing the Dualit mini chopper. With its sharp blades and 500ml capacity, it is neat and • handy for chopping vegetables, making breadcrumbs, grinding nuts and grating cheese. It is also great for making curry pastes and sauces, blending mini-soups and mashing tasty root vegetables. This booklet • contains a variety of recipe ideas. Try them, and of course, adapt and add your own favourite ingredients.
310306_mini chopper cookbook.qxp 4/4/2006 15:43 Page 4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Before using, check that there are • no foreign objects, other than food inside chopper bowl • Avoid touching moving parts. A scraper may be used; but only when the unit is not running • Do not over fill the bowl as the ingredients need room to move around. Two thirds full is the maximum for soft and juicy ingredients.
310306_mini chopper cookbook.qxp 4/4/2006 15:44 PARTS & CONTROLS Page 5 USING YOUR MINI CHOPPER GETTING STARTED 1 The following section will explain how to get the most out of your mini chopper. Please follow the instructions carefully. • 2 3 • • 4 5 • 6 Wash chopper bowl, chopper lid and chopper blades with warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly Put the blade attachment in first. It sits at the bottom of the bowl.
310306_mini chopper cookbook.qxp 4/4/2006 15:44 Page 6 USING YOUR MINI CHOPPER PULSE CONTROL CHOPPING GRINDING • Now plug in the unit, the mini chopper is ready for use • There are two speeds on the rocker switch: one bar is for slow speed, and two bars for a faster speed which is suitable for softer ingredients. For runny and hard ingredients Low use the slower speed. Press the rocker switch with one hand, and hold the mini chopper with the other, especially when chopping solids, High e.g.
310306_mini chopper cookbook.qxp 4/4/2006 15:44 USING YOUR MINI CHOPPER SERVICING TIPS FOR SUCCESS CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE • We recommend using one hand • to hold the unit during operation. • Never use the mini chopper continuously for more than 1 • minute at a time. After 1 minute, unplug and let the unit rest for 5 minutes • Put the blade in first, before the food. Remove the blade before emptying out the food • Always switch off and unplug before cleaning.
310306_mini chopper cookbook.qxp 4/4/2006 15:44 Page 8 SERVICING STORAGE When the unit is not in use, leave it unplugged. Store in an appliance garage if available TROUBLESHOOTING UK AFTER-SALES SERVICE 4. Food gets stuck to the blade. If your mini chopper fails within one year from date of purchase, we will a) The bowl may be overfilled.
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310306_mini chopper cookbook.qxp 4/4/2006 15:44 Page 10 DAILY USES FOR YOUR DUALIT MINI CHOPPER Your Dualit mini chopper is a useful • cooking aid and effortlessly takes care of many boring and messy chores. Produce vegetable purées – for both babies and sophisticated grown ups You can produce those little extras in moments that can make plain food into something special.
310306_mini chopper cookbook.qxp 4/4/2006 15:44 Page 11 DAILY USES FOR YOUR DUALIT MINI CHOPPER • Make quick, creamy soups..
310306_mini chopper cookbook.qxp 4/4/2006 15:44 Page 12 VEGETARIAN DIPS AND CREAMS ...HUMMUS STYLE DIP TOFU DIP A quickly prepared – and healthy – dip to serve with drinks or as a summer starter. 250g (9oz) plain, softish tofu 1 tsp Dijon style mustard a small handful parsley 1- 2 tbsp chopped chives or other soft fresh herbs of your choice salt and freshly ground pepper a few drops olive oil • If using chives, snip them with scissors and stir in.
310306_mini chopper cookbook.qxp 4/4/2006 15:44 Page 13 VEGETARIAN DIPS AND CREAMS BREAD COATINGS HOT BEAN CREAM (serves four to six) CRUNCHY CRUMBS (serves four) An unusual side dish for traditional British roast lamb or pork. a tin of cannellini or flageolet beans or 220g (8oz) cooked beans 2 tbsp olive oil a medium onion 1 tbsp chopped rosemary leaves (optional) • Stir in the beans. Put the mixture in the mini chopper and whiz until smooth • You may need to make this in two batches.
310306_mini chopper cookbook.qxp 4/4/2006 15:44 Page 14 BREADCRUMB COATINGS ...CRUNCHY CRUMBS • • • • One by one, roll the chicken breasts or fish in the flour and then pat off as much as you can, leaving the finest layer FILLET OF FISH WITH A HERB CRUST (serves four) This gorgeous crust prevents the fish • from drying out, and makes the meal more substantial.
310306_mini chopper cookbook.qxp 4/4/2006 15:44 Page 15 BREADCRUMB COATINGS SAUCES ROAST RACK OF LAMB WITH A MUSTARD CRUST (serves four) PESTO SAUCE (serves eight) The fat covering is removed from the lamb, and replaced by a protective, tasty crust.
310306_mini chopper cookbook.qxp 4/4/2006 15:44 Page 16 SAUCES CREAMY SALAD DRESSING (makes about 270ml (½ pint)) This is made with a whole egg, giving • a light, creamy sauce. Use as a basic dressing for potato salad, pasta salad, seafood salads etc. • a large fresh egg dash of lemon juice or vinegar 1 tbsp French mustard • Mashed swede or parsnip, Elevate the humble root vegetable to something special to serve with roast meat or poultry.
310306_mini chopper cookbook.qxp 4/4/2006 15:44 Page 17 VEGETABLES ...ROOT MASH • They are ready when you can crush the vegetables easily with the back of a spoon. Tip into a colander to drain thoroughly, reserving a little of the water • Place in the mini chopper, using the slower speed, and whiz until they become a chunky cream, adding salt and pepper to taste, and the butter and/or cream • Add cinnamon to the swede.
310306_mini chopper cookbook.qxp • • • • • • 4/4/2006 15:44 Page 18 VEGETABLES HOMEMADE CURRY ...SOUP FRESH THAI GREEN CURRY PASTE Spoon into the mini chopper, and A curry paste made with fresh whiz to a thick smooth cream ingredients is a different taste experience from a ready made Pour the soup back into the version. cleaned out saucepan Bring the milk to the boil (if using) and add, whisking well, to achieve the thickness you prefer Alternatively, hot water may be used to thin the soup.
310306_mini chopper cookbook.qxp • • • • • 4/4/2006 15:44 Page 19 HOMEMADE CURRY SAVOURY AND SWEET BISCUITS ...THAI GREEN CURRY PARMESAN WAFERS (makes twelve) Light as a feather, these little crisps In a large frying pan, sizzle the curry paste in a little oil, then add could not be easier to make. They are delicious with drinks before a stock and coconut milk meal, or served with a Caesar salad Add chicken, fish or prawns and simmer until cooked.
310306_mini chopper cookbook.qxp 4/4/2006 15:44 Page 20 SAVOURY AND SWEET BISCUITS CRANBERRY AND ALMOND BISCUITS (makes 30) Makes approximately 30 small biscuits for serving with creamy or fruit desserts, or with after dinner coffee. • • 40g (1½oz) butter 120ml (4fl oz) double cream Chop cranberries briefly in chopper to reduce their size • Stir into cream mixture and then stir in remaining flour, thoroughly.
310306_mini chopper cookbook.qxp 4/4/2006 15:44 Page 21 DESSERTS Chocolate parfait MANGO & YOGHURT DESSERT A healthy, sugar free dessert which can be whipped up in minutes. a large, very ripe mango, peeled and stoned (serves six to eight) • For an indulgent treat, this creamy, intensely chocolatey pudding is hard to beat. It can be frozen and served • as a parfait, or chilled in the fridge for a softer texture.
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