Page 2 - Contents
Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions 1 Features of your VitaSteam Electronic 2 An Introduction to Steam Cooking 4 Using your VitaSteam Electronic 5 For Best Results when Steaming 6 Guide to the Instant Steam Function 7 Guide to Water Levels 7 Guide to using the Steaming Trays 8 Guide to using the Rice Bowl ...
Page 3 - Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions
1 Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR SUNBEAM VITASTEAM ELECTRONIC. • Ensure your steamer is used at least 50cm (half a metre) away from a gas flame or electric element. • Do not operate the steamer on an inclined surface. • Do not move or cover the steamer while in operation. •...
Page 6 - An Introduction to Steam Cooking
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Sunbeam VitaSteam Electronic food steamer. You will now be able to enjoy the benefits and convenience of steam cooking.Steaming is one of the healthiest cooking methods available, as it requires no fats or oils. Steaming ensures that fruit and vegetables r...
Page 7 - Using your VitaSteam Electronic
5 Before using your VitaSteam Electronic for the first time, wash the steaming trays, rice bowl, lid and drip tray in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Operate the Steamer for 15 minutes using a solution of 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 2 cups water in the reservoir.Note: You may notice a s...
Page 8 - For Best Results when Steaming; Using your VitaSteam Electronic (continued)
6 For Best Results when Steaming The cooking times stated in this booklet are a guide only. The steaming time required for specific foods is affected by the following:• The size, quality and the temperature of the food to begin with. • The degree to which you like your food cooked. • The temperature...
Page 9 - Guide to Water Levels
7 The VitaSteam Electronic features an Instant Steam function that will enable steam to be generated in as little as 30 seconds. For this feature to operate you must place the removable drip tray with instant steam sleeve in position. The instant steam sleeve concentrates a small amount of water aro...
Page 11 - Care and Cleaning
9 Before cleaning your Sunbeam VitaSteam Electronic, ensure the power is turned off at the power outlet and the plug removed.Wash the rice bowl, steaming trays, drip tray and the lid in warm, soapy water, rinse and dry. DO NOT wash in dishwasher as the hot water temperatures and harsh detergents may...
Page 12 - Vegetables – guide to cooking times
10 The following are some handy hints on steaming vegetables:1. Before steaming, wash the vegetables thoroughly. 2. Cut off stems and peel if desired.3. Cut vegetable to the desired size (smaller pieces steam faster than larger ones). 4. To retain the vegetables' flavours and nutrients, steam until ...
Page 13 - Vegetables – guide to cooking times (continued)
11 Vegetables – guide to cooking times (continued) VEGETABLE QUANTITY APPROX TIME IN MINUTES Mushrooms 500g, whole 7 Onions 250g, thinly sliced 12 Parsnip 500g, peeled and sliced 12 Peas 500g, shelled 17 Peppers (capsicums) 500g, halved, seeds removed 7 Snow peas 100g, topped 3 Sugar snap peas 150g,...
Page 16 - Poultry – guide to cooking times
14 To following are some handy hints on steaming chicken and poultry:1. Select pieces of poultry of similar size for even cooking. 2. Arrange poultry in a single layer in the steaming tray, to facilitate even cooking. 3. The removal of fat and skin is recommended. 4. If some colour is desired, brown...
Page 18 - Recipes
16 Recipes BREAKFASTBreakfast Eggs Serves: 4Preparation: 10 minsCooking: 25 mins 8 cherry tomatoes, quartered4 rashers bacon, fat trimmed, finely chopped4 eggs 1. Scatter tomatoes equally among four 1 cup capacity ramekins. Top with bacon. 2. Crack an egg over tomato mixture. Cover with plastic wrap...
Page 19 - Chicken Gow Gee
17 Chicken Gow Gee Makes: 24Preparation: 15 minutesCooking: 12 minutes ¼ cup sliced dried shiitake mushrooms 200g lean chicken mince1 tablespoon finely chopped, unsalted, roasted peanuts 1 garlic clove, crushed1 green shallot, finely chopped1 fresh long red chilli, deseeded, finely chopped 2 teaspoo...
Page 20 - Steamed Pork Buns
18 Steamed Pork Buns Makes: 6Preparation: 20 minutes (+ 4 hours marinating & 1 hour proving time)Cooking: 30 minutes 400g pork midloin chops¼ cup hoisin sauce2 tablespoons salt-reduced soy sauce3 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger 1 teaspoon sesame oil1 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder1 garl...
Page 21 - Asparagus with Lemon Butter; Cauliflower & Broccoli Bake
19 Asparagus with Lemon Butter Serves: 4Preparation: 5 minsCooking: 12 mins 2 bunches asparagus40g butter, melted (or 2 teaspoons olive oil)2 tablespoons lemon juice2 teaspoons finely chopped parsleycracked black pepper 1. Arrange asparagus evenly in steaming tray. Place lid on and set timer (12 min...
Page 22 - Saffron Rice; Minted Tabouli Salad
20 Saffron Rice Serves: 4Preparation: 5 minutesCooking: 30 minutes 1 cup uncooked white rice2-3 threads of saffron, or pinch saffron powder 1 small brown onion, finely chopped 1. Place rice into the rice cooker bowl. Combine the saffron with 1 cup of water in a jug. Pour over rice and add the onion....
Page 25 - Salmon Ravioli with Lime Butter
23 5. Place cream and garlic in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add ½ cup pesto and bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low. Add gnocchi and cook, shaking pan occasionally, for 5 minutes or until sauce thickens slightly. Spoon among serving bowls. Top with shaved parmesan. Serve. NOTE: Pesto will...
Page 26 - Scallops with Chilli Ginger Dressing
24 Recipes (continued) Scallops with Chilli Ginger Dressing Makes: 12Preparation: 10 minsCooking: 5-7 mins 1 green shallot, ends trimmed, thinly sliced1 garlic clove, crushed1 tablespoon sweet chilli sauce1 tablespoon lime juice12 scallops, in half shell½ fresh long red chilli, halved lengthways, de...
Page 28 - Soy Chicken & Omelette Salad
26 Recipes (continued) Soy Chicken & Omelette Salad Serves: 4Preparation: 10 minutes (+ 1 hour marinating time)Cooking: 25 minutes 2 single chicken breast fillets cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons lime juice1 tablespoon sesame oil2 garlic cloves, crushed80g snow pea sprouts, chopped2 medium carrots, p...
Page 29 - Lamb Biryani
27 Recipes (continued) Recipes (continued) Lamb Biryani Serves: 4Preparation: 10 minutes (+ 6 hours or overnight marinating time)Cooking: 45 minutes 1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon ground coriander1 teaspoon garam marsala½ teaspoon ground turmeric3cm piece fresh peeled ginger, finely chopped2 garl...
Page 30 - Banana Pudding; Passionfruit Bread & Butter Pudding
28 Banana Pudding Serves: 4Preparation: 10 minutesCooking: 45 minutes 60g butter, melted½ cup firmly packed brown sugar1 cup self-raising flour¾ cup milk1 overripe banana, mashed1 egg½ teaspoon ground cinnamonvanilla ice cream or custard, to serve 1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and stir ...
Page 31 - Steamed Christmas Pudding; Sticky Date Pudding with Butterscotch
29 Recipes (continued) Steamed Christmas Pudding Serves: 4Preparation: 25 minutesCooking: 3 ½ hours melted butter, to grease500g mixed dried fruit½ cup brown sugar, firmly packed90g butter cup sherry or brandy ½ teaspoon bicarbonate of soda2 eggs, lightly beaten1 cup self-raising flour½ teaspoon mix...
Page 32 - Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée
30 Recipes (continued) Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Makes: 6Preparation: 15 minutes (+ 6 hours or overnight chilling time)Cooking: 50 minutes 2 cups pouring cream (35% fat)½ cup caster sugar1 vanilla bean, split3 egg yolks1½ tablespoons caster sugar, extra 1. Combine the cream, sugar and vanilla in a m...
Page 33 - Notes
Page 35 - 2 Month Replacement Guarantee
Should you experience any difficulties with your appliance, please phone our customer service line for advice on 1300 881 861 in Australia, or 0800 786 232 in New Zealand. Alternatively, you can send a written claim to Sunbeam at the address listed below. On receipt of your claim, Sunbeam will seek ...
Page 36 - Need help with your appliance?
is a registered trademark. Need help with your appliance? Contact our customer service team or visit our website for information and tips on getting the most from your appliance. In Australia Visit www.sunbeam.com.au Or call 1300 881 861 In New Zealand Visit www.sunbeam.co.nz Or call 0800 786 232 ‘V...
