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Guidelines
Defrosted joints
If the meat has previously
been frozen, ensure it is
properly thawed before
cooking by micro wave.
Defrosted joints of meat
must be allowed to STAND
for a minimum of
30 mins. before cooking to
ensure the centre is fully
defrosted.
Fat
Large amounts of fat absorb
microwave energy and can
cause the meat next to it to
overcook. Always choose
joints that arenʼt excessively
fatty.
Standing time
Meat and poultry require a
minimum of
15 mins. STANDING TIME
wrapped in aluminium foil
after cooking by microwave.
Roast meat is always easier
to carve after STANDING
and the meat will continue to
cook during the STAND
TIME.
Bone
Bone tips on legs of lamb
and crown roasts may need
shielding when cooked by
microwave, to prevent
overcooking.
Turning
Joints and poultry should
be turned over halfway
through cooking.
Shielding
Large joints may need
shielding with pieces of
smooth aluminium foil after
half the cooking time to
avoid overcooking on the
outside edges. Turkeys and
large chickens should have
their breast meat, legs and
wings protected. Secure foil
with cocktail sticks and do
not allow foil to touch the
walls of the oven.
Roasting bags
Roasting bags are useful
when split up one side to tent
a joint for roasting by power
and time.
Do not use the metal twists
supplied.
How to roast a joint by
microwave
To roast basic joints of
meat place the joint onto
the rack of a microwave
roasting set and cover with
a dome lid. Alterna tive ly
use a large, shallow dish
and place the joint on an
up turned saucer and cover
with cling film.
How to cook small cuts
of meat by microwave
Some cuts of meat can be
cooked successfully by
micro wave although due
to their short cooking
times and no heat source,
they will not crisp and
brown.
They should always be
cooked on a microwave
rack or upturned saucer to
lift them out of their juices.
Tips
Braised and stewed meat
cooked in a microwave has a
slightly firm texture and
therefore it is essential to
purchase good quality meats.
When cooking a casserole,
place a saucer or small
upturned plate over the meat to
keep it submerged in the juices.
Crispy Bacon - Cover with a
plain piece of kitchen towel to
minimise splatter. Cook on
HIGH power for approx. 45
secs. per rasher, or until desired
crispness is achieved.
