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Gourmia GSV-138 User Manual

Gourmia GSV-138 User Manual

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Model# GSV-138
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  • Page 1 Immersion Sous Vide Model# GSV-138 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 2 Read this manual thoroughly before using and save it for future reference Model: GSV-138 © 2017 Gourmia www.gourmia.com The Steelstone Group Brooklyn, NY All rights reserved. No portion of this manual may be reproduced by any means whatsoever without written permission from The Steelstone Group, except for the inclusion of quotations in a media review.
  • Page 3 Congratulations on your purchase of the Sous Vide from Gourmia, exclusively de- signed for easy and precise cooking! With your purchase of the Gourmia® Sous Vide, you’ve opened the door to a won- derfully tender, moist and delicious method of cooking. The ancient art of sous vide is really quite simple: a heated water bath slowly cooks food to perfection using leisurely cooking times and low cooking temperatures.
  • Page 4: Important Safeguards

    IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Before using the electrical appliance, the following basic precautions should always be followed including the following: • Do not touch hot surfaces and water. Use handles or knobs. • Do not use appliance for other than intended purposes. •...
  • Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS Know Your Sous Vide ......6 Operating Tips .......7 Using Your Sous Vide ......8 Vacuum Sealing ......10 Cooking Tips ........11 Recipes ........12 Cleaning & Maintenance....14...
  • Page 6: Know Your

    KNOW YOUR Immersion SOUS VIDE LCD Control Pad The Heating Element, Circulator and LCD Control Panel, are all conveniently integrated into this handy versatile Pod which allows the user to choose the size Handle / Clamp and shape of the heat-safe container Encased in a to be used...
  • Page 7 Operating Tips • Operate appliance in water only. Keep the water level between the “Min” and “Max” levels at all Variable Time times. & Temp Wheel: The wheel • Only the heating sleeve portion adjusts both should be underwater: Do not the time and immerse the appliance cord, temperature...
  • Page 8 LCD DISPLAY ON / OFF POWER BUTTON BUTTON THE LCD CONTROL PANEL The Control Panel houses the electronic platform for the operational functions of the Immersion Sous Vide Pod. POWER BUTTON ON – Press and hold for four (4) seconds OFF –...
  • Page 9 Using Your Sous Vide Pod STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS Rotate the Variable Time & Temp Wheel to set the desired hour. Press the SET Button twice. The Minute display will flash. Rotate the Variable Time & Temp Wheel to set the desired minutes. Cooking times extend from 00:00 to 59:59 hours.
  • Page 10 VACUUM SEALING The Key To Effective Sous Vide Cooking The key to sous vide cooking is the “sous vide” (or “under vacuum”) part of the equation. Vacuum sealing foods prevents evaporation and allow for the most efficient transfer of energy from the water to the food. To do so, simply place your seasoned food in a plastic bag and remove all of the surrounding air to create a vacuum seal.
  • Page 11 Hints & Tips for Sous Vide Cooking • The thickness of meat, poultry and fish • Fruit can be cooked sous vide to make will determine the length of cooking toppings, purees, syrups and such. Cook time. Use an instant-read thermometer for 2-2½...
  • Page 12 FOOD PREP & COOKING GUIDE The art of sous vide cooking is truly an art! It is simple in nature, yet this cooking method is often used by gourmet chefs to prepare the most complex, rich entrées and vegetables. Because the foods are cooked at low temperatures for longer times, the texture and flavors are authentically and naturally good-for- you and flavorful.
  • Page 13 Sous Vide Pod Cooking Chart ________________________________________________________ BEEF Cook Temp Cook Time Chef’ s Finish ________________________________________________________ Filet or Steak ________________________________________________________ rare 120° - 135°F 1 hour Sear in hot skillet/top with butter ________________________________________________________ medium 140°F 1 hour Sear in hot skillet/top with butter ________________________________________________________ well-done 160°F...
  • Page 14: Before First Use

    BEFORE FIRST USE 1. Remove all packaging and discard plastic bags. 2. Using a slightly damp cloth, wipe the Sous Vide Pod. Dry well. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 1. When cool, clean the Sous Vide Pod with a slightly damp soft cloth. Dry well. 2.
  • Page 15 WARRANTY & SERVICE This Limited Warranty is for one full year from the date of purchase. It is applicable to the original purchaser only and is not transferable to a third party user. Repair or replacement of defective parts is solely at the seller’s discretion.
  • Page 16 FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS VISIT US @ GOURMIA.COM OR CALL 888.552.0033...