An Introduction To Steam Cooking; Using Your Vitasteam - Sunbeam VitaSteam Instruction Booklet

An Introduction to Steam Cooking

Congratulations on the purchase of your
new Sunbeam VitaSteam 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 retain vitamins and minerals

Using your VitaSteam

Before using your VitaSteam for the first
time, wash the steaming bowls, 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 slight odour during
this first operation. This is normal with many
heating appliances and will not affect the
performance of your steamer.
1. F ill the water reservoir above the 'MIN'
water level and no higher than the 'MAX'
water level.
Note: Use only clean water in your VitaSteam.
Do not use wine, stock or other liquids.
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required for a balanced diet. Meats such as
chicken can be gently steamed to retain their
flavour and tenderness, while the fats drain
away.
Steaming is also gentle, as the food never
comes in contact with the cooking liquid,
ensuring that it retains its shape, colour and
texture.
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2. P ut the Removable Drip Tray in place.
N ote: Do not operate the Steamer without the
Removable Drip Tray.
3. P lace food to be steamed without sauce or
liquid into the steaming bowls and place
on the Power Base. If steaming with sauce
or liquid, use the rice bowl and place
inside one of the steaming bowls.
4. R eplace the lid.
5. I nsert the plug into a 230-240V power
outlet and turn the power on.
6. S et the timer to the required minutes.