If you have any concerns regarding the performance and use of your appliance, please ring our Toll Free number (Australia only) 1800 025 059. New Zealand - contact the Sunbeam Office in Auckland on 09 912 0747. Ensure the above safety precautions are understood.
Features of your VitaSteam Deluxe. 8 Cup Rice Bowl Removable Drip Tray Neon On/Off Light Timer with Auto-Off 3 and 4 Litre Steaming Bowls. Enables you to cook your entire meal using one appliance. Steam meat, poultry, seafood or fish in the lower tray, then add the upper tray to steam nutritious vegetables.
Heating Element An Introduction to Steam Cooking. Congratulations on the purchase of your new Sunbeam VitaSteam Deluxe 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.
Using your VitaSteam Deluxe. Before using your VitaSteam Deluxe 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.
Guide to Instant Steam Function. The VitaSteam Deluxe 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 Instant Steam Sleeve in position. Cutout Guide to Water Levels.
Pour the solution into the reservoir, position the Lid and operate your Sunbeam VitaSteam Deluxe for approximately 15 minutes. Remove the lid and clean as directed. If excess scale has built up, repeat this process.
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Vegetables. The following are some handy hints on how to steam vegetables: 1. Before steaming, wash the vegetables thoroughly. 2. Cut off stems and peel if desired. 3. Cut vegetables to the desired size (smaller pieces steam faster than larger ones). 4.
Rice, Grain & Cereals. To cook rice in the rice cooker bowl, the following are some handy hints: 1. Wash rice under cold running water. 2. Place rice and water into the rice cooker bowl. 3. Cover with the Lid and set the Timer. RICE, GRAIN AND CEREALS: Guide to Cooking Time.
Fish and Seafood. The following are some handy hints on steaming your fish and seafood: 1. Place fish in the Steamer tray. 2. If fish or seafood is to be poached or cooked in a sauce, use the Rice Cooker bowl. 3.
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Poultry. To steam chicken and poultry using your VitaSteam Deluxe, the following are some handy hints: 1. Select pieces of poultry of similar size for even cooking. 2. Arrange poultry in a single layer, to facilitate even cooking. POULTRY: Guide to Steaming Time. TYPE Breast, on Bone 250gms (2 pieces)
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Eggs. The following are some handy hints for cooking eggs in the VitaSteam Deluxe: 1. The Steamer is ideal for boiling, poaching or scrambling eggs. 2. Using the Steamer tray, eggs may be cooked in the shell or cracked into individual size heatproof dishes.
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2. Cool cracked wheat. Add remaining ingredients and combine well. However, after you have used your Sunbeam VitaSteam Deluxe and experimented with it, you will be able to decide the exact time requirements to achieve results you wish.
Recipes. Mushroom and Snow Pea Salad Approximate steaming time 8-10 minutes. 500g snow peas, topped and tailed 250g mushrooms, sliced juice of 1 lemon 125g pecans 1. Place snow peas and mushrooms into Steamer tray. Position the Rice cooker bowl, place the lid on and set the timer.
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Recipes. Tortellini with Tomato and Basil Sauce Approximate steaming time 20 minutes. 500g fresh tortellini 750ml bottled tomato sauce 100ml chicken stock 2 tablespoons red wine 4 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese basil sprig for garnish 1.
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Recipes. 1. In a small saucepan lightly saute bacon and shallots. Add wine and simmer until nearly all the liquid has evaporated. Remove from heat. 2. Add breadcrumbs, pinenuts and sour cream. Stir to combine. 3. Place filling into fish cavity. 4.
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Recipes. Ginger Beef Approximate steaming time 20-30 minutes. 2 pieces of rump steak, trimmed of fat 3 tablespoons marmalade 3 teaspoons grated root ginger 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 tablespoon wine vinegar 1. Mix together marmalade, root ginger, garlic, ground ginger and wine vinegar.
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(INCORPORATED IN N.S.W.) A.C.N. 000 006 771 For more information or advice on any Sunbeam products, contact the Sunbeam Consumer Service Line on 1800 025 059 in Australia. In New Zealand - contact the Sunbeam Office in Auckland on 09 912 0747.
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