Breville Flavour Maker User manual

BSC500
the Flavour Maker
Instruction Booklet

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KNOW YOUR BREVILLE PRODUCT
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A
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B
C
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A. Silicon handle covers
For heat protection.
B. Tempered domed glass lid
Suitable for use in the oven.
C. Removable EasySear™ pan
Designed for searing on the
stovetop, slow cooking and roasting
in the oven. Xylan®premium non-stick
for easy cleaning.
D. Wrap around element
Ensures an even temperature
throughout the cooking process.
E. 5 litre capacity
For family sized meals.
F. Slow cooker base
Premium brushed stainless steel design.
G. Control dial with LOW, HIGH and
AUTO setting
For ease and simplicity.
H. Stainless steel rack
For roasting.

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Before first use, remove all promotional
labels and packing materials and safely
discard. Wash the removable EasySear™
pan and glass lid in hot, soapy water, rinse
and dry thoroughly. Wipe the inside and the
outside of the slow cooker base with a soft,
damp cloth, then dry thoroughly.
HOW TO SEAR BEFORE
SLOW COOKING
1. Remove the EasySear™ pan from the
slow cooker base and place onto a large
burner or hotplate on the gas, electric or
ceramic stovetop.
OIL
OIL
GAS OR ELECTRIC STOVETOP
MEDIUM TO HIGH HEAT
2. Coat the inside of the EasySear™ pan
with oil or butter.
OIL
OIL
GAS OR ELECTRIC STOVETOP
MEDIUM TO HIGH HEAT
3. Heat EasySear™ pan on stovetop over
medium to high heat.
OIL
OIL
GAS OR ELECTRIC STOVETOP
MEDIUM TO HIGH HEAT
4. Place food to be seared into EasySear™
pan in batches.
OIL
OIL
GAS OR ELECTRIC STOVETOP
MEDIUM TO HIGH HEAT
5. When finished searing, use oven mitts
and carefully place EasySear™ pan back
into slow cooker base housing of slow
cooker. Proceed to How to Slow Cook
section on this page.
OIL
OIL
GAS OR ELECTRIC STOVETOP
MEDIUM TO HIGH HEAT

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BEFORE FIRST USE
IMPORTANT
• EasySear™ pan is suitable for use on
most electric, gas and ceramic stovetops,
however it is not suitable for use on
induction stovetops.
• The base of the EasySear™ pan may
cause scratching on glass/ceramic or
halogen cooktops.
• Stir food in the EasySear™ pan often,
when cooking on the stovetop.
• Do not use metal utensils because they
will scratch the non-stick coating on the
EasySear™ pan.
• Do not heat EasySear™ pan when empty
for prolonged periods of time as it may
damage the cooking surface.
• Do not place EasySear™ pan in an oven
that is hotter than 250°C.
NOTE
While silicone handles and glass lid
are heat resistant to 250°C. It is not
recommended to use for extended
periods above 200°C in oven.
Silicone handles should remain in
position while using EasySear™ pan
on stovetop, oven and in slow cooker.
NOTE
For cleaning, silicone handles should
be removed regularly to prevent food
buildup. Only remove silicone handles
once EasySear™ pan is cool. Only
position silicone handles on a cooled
EasySear™ pan.
HOW TO SLOW COOK
1. Insert the EasySear™ pan which is either
hot from searing on the stovetop or at
room temperature into the slow cooker
base. Add all ingredients into EasySear™
pan, ensuring denser foods are spread
evenly across the bottom of the pan and
not heaped to one side.
OIL
OIL
GAS OR ELECTRIC STOVETOP
MEDIUM TO HIGH HEAT
2. Place the glass lid into position.
OIL
OIL
GAS OR ELECTRIC STOVETOP
MEDIUM TO HIGH HEAT

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BEFORE FIRST USE
3. With the temperature control dial turned
to the OFF position, plug the power cord
into a 230V or 240V power outlet and
switch the power on at the power outlet.
OIL
OIL
GAS OR ELECTRIC STOVETOP
MEDIUM TO HIGH HEAT
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired setting, or as recommended in
a recipe. Go to www.breville.com.au for
slow cooked recipe ideas and recipes in
this instruction book.
OIL
OIL
GAS OR ELECTRIC STOVETOP
MEDIUM TO HIGH HEAT
5. When cooking is complete, turn the
temperature control dial to the OFF
position, switch off at the power outlet,
remove the power plug and then the
connector end from the appliance inlet.
OIL
OIL
GAS OR ELECTRIC STOVETOP
MEDIUM TO HIGH HEAT
IMPORTANT
• Always use the slow cooker with
EasySear™ pan on a dry, level surface.
• Never operate the slow cooker without
the removable EasySear™ pan positioned
in the slow cooker base.
• Never operate the slow cooker without
food and liquids in the removable
EasySear™ pan.
• Always have the glass lid firmly in
position on the removable EasySear™
pan throughout the operation of the slow
cooker unless it is stated in a recipe to
have it removed.
• Always use dry pot holders or oven mitts
to remove the EasySear™ pan and the
glass lid when hot.
• While providing some protection the
silicone handles will become hot during
use, an oven mitt is recommended.
• Do not place the removable EasySear™
pan or glass lid when hot on any surface
that may be affected by heat.
IMPORTANT
Always lift and remove the glass lid
carefully using an oven mitt and angled
away from yourself to avoid scalding
from escaping steam.
IMPORTANT
Always use dry pot holders or oven
mitts when handling EasySear™ pan or
glass lid.
IMPORTANT
It is recommended not to place the
slow cooker on stone bench top when
cooking, as the stone may crack when
heated unevenly.

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A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO SLOW COOKING
The Breville Flavour Maker is designed
specifically for flavour layering.
A technique professional chefs use to
enhance and deepen the taste of meals by
using the same pan for browning onions,
searing meats and creating casseroles,
curries, soup, stock and bolognaise.
For this reason, Breville have now
developed a Flavour Maker with a
EasySear™ pan. Simply remove the
EasySear™ pan from the slow cooker base
and use on the gas, electric or ceramic
stovetop to caramelise vegetables and sear
meats before placing back into the slow
cooker base and commencing the slow
cooker function.
Following is a guide to help simplify the
process of slow cooking, allowing you to
obtain optimum results from your
Flavour Maker.
We have also included helpful hints for
successful slow cooking. For recipes, go to
www.breville.com.au and recipe section in
this instruction book.
PREPARING MEAT AND POULTRY
Select the leanest cuts when purchasing
meat. Trim the meat or poultry of any visible
fat. If possible, purchase chicken portions
without the skin. Otherwise, the slow
cooking process will result in extra liquid
being formed from the fat as it melts.
For casserole type recipes, cut the meat into
cubes, approximately 2.5cm to 3cm. Slow
cooking allows less tender cuts of meat to
be used. The bones can be left on meat or
poultry if liked and will help to keep meat
tender during cooking.
SUITABLE MEAT CUTS FOR
SLOW COOKING
Beef Chuck, skirt, round steak,
boneless shin (Gravy) beef,
bone-in-shin (Osso Bucco).
Lamb Shanks, drumsticks (frenched shanks),
neck chops, boned out forequarter
or shoulder.
Veal Diced leg, shoulder/ forequarter chops
and steaks, neck chops,
knuckle (osso bucco)
Pork Leg steaks, diced belly, Diced shoulder,
Boneless loin chops
PREPARING VEGETABLES
Vegetables should be cut into even-sized
pieces to ensure more even cooking. Frozen
vegetables must be thawed before adding to
other foods cooking in the slow cooker with
EasySear™ pan.
PREPARING DRIED BEANS
AND PULSES
If time permits, overnight soaking of
dried beans and pulses is preferable. After
soaking, drain and place in the slow cooker
and cover with sufficient water to reach
double their volume. Cook beans on the
HIGH setting for 2 to 4 hours or until
tender. Pre-soaked beans and pulses will
cook a little faster.

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A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO SLOW COOKING
SEARING AND BROWNING BEFORE
SLOW COOKING
Searing and browning in the EasySear™ pan
on the stovetop may take a little extra time
and whilst not strictly necessary, the rewards
are evident in the end result.
The EasySear™ pan keeps the heat stable
and uniform allowing the meat to brown
and form an even crust. Plus searing and
browning seals in the moisture, intensifies
the flavour and provides more tender results.
Once searing and browning is complete,
return the EasySear™ pan to the slow
cooker base with all the tasty caramelized
ingredients inside.
USING THE TEMPERATURE
CONTROL SETTINGS
This slow cooker has three settings: LOW,
HIGH and AUTO. Use the recommended
guidelines below to determine cooking time
and heat setting and use recipes in this
instruction book. Dishes can be prepared
well in advance of mealtime and cooking
time regulated so that food is ready to serve
at a convenient time.
A general rule of thumb for most slow
cooked meat and vegetable recipes is:
SETTING COOKING TIME
LOW 6 to 10 hours
HIGH 3 to 4 hours
AUTO 4 to 6 hours
Your favourite traditional recipes can also
be easily adapted to this slow cooker. Simply
halve the amount of liquid and increase the
cooking time. The following is a guide to
adjusting your favourite recipes.
NOTE
These times are approximate. Times
can vary depending on ingredients
and quantities in recipes
TRADITIONAL
COOKING TIME
SLOW COOKER
COOKING TIME
(WITHOUT
SEARING)
LOW HIGH AUTO
35 to 60 minutes 6 to 10
hrs 3 to 4 hrs 4 to 6 hrs
1 to 3 hours 8 to 10
hrs 4 to 6 hrs 6 to 8 hrs
TRADITIONAL
COOKING TIME
SLOW COOKER
COOKING TIME
(WITH SEARING)
LOW HIGH AUTO
35 to 60 minutes 4 to 5
hrs 2 to 3 hrs 3 to 4 hrs
1 to 3 hours 5 to 6
hrs 3 to 4 hrs 4 to 5 hrs

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A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO SLOW COOKING
COOKING TIMES (WITH SEARING)
When the EasySear™ pan is used for searing
on the stovetop prior to being placed in the
slow cooker, cooking times will be shortened
slightly. Check for doneness intermittently
during cooking.
NOTE
These cooking times are approximates
only and times can vary depending on
ingredients, quantities in recipes and
whether the EasySear™ pan and its
ingredients are hot from searing.
NOTE
High humidity, altitude, cold tap
water, ingredients and minor
fluctuations may slightly affect the
cooking times in the slow cooker with
EasySear™ pan.
LOW SETTING
The LOW setting gently simmers food
for an extended period of time without
overcooking or burning. No stirring is
required when using this setting.
HIGH SETTING
The HIGH setting will cook food in
approximately half the time required for
the LOW setting. Some foods may boil
when cooked on the HIGH setting, so it
may be necessary to add extra liquid. This
will depend on the recipe and the amount
of time in which it is cooked. Occasional
stirring of stews and casseroles will improve
flavour distribution.
The HIGH setting in this slow cooker
cooks considerably faster than the AUTO
or LOW setting and can be used if time is a
constraint. Simply place your favourite meal
on High for 3 to 4 hours and you will have a
cooked meal in a fraction of the time.
AUTO SETTING
The AUTO setting will begin cooking
on High and then will shift to Low after
approximately 2 hours of cooking time for
added ease and simplicity.
ROASTING IN THE SLOW COOKER
Roasting meats in the Flavour Saver creates
tender, flavoursome results. The long, slow,
covered cooking process breaks down and
softens the connective and muscle tissue
within the meat, making it easier to slice.
Cheaper cuts of meat can be used to provide
perfect results cooked by this method.
Meat will not brown during the slow cooking
process, so for browner results sear in the
EasySear™ pan on the stovetop first before
placing back into the slow cooker base
for cooking.
The addition of liquid is not required for
roasting. Elevate the meat to be cooked on
the provided stainless steel rack. This will
assist in keeping the surface of the meat dry
and free from any fat released throughout
the cooking process.
SUITABLE MEAT CUTS FOR ROASTING
Beef Blade, Rump, Rib Roast, Sirloin,
Silverside, Topside.
Lamb Leg, Mid Loin, Rack, Crown Roast,
Shank, Shoulder, Mini Roasts.
Veal Leg, Loin, Rack,
Shoulder/Forequarter.
Pork Loin, Neck, Leg, Racks
(remove skin & fat).

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A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO SLOW COOKING
POT ROASTING IN THE
SLOW COOKER
The addition of liquid is required for pot
roasting. Place sufficient liquid into the
removable EasySear™ pan to cover up to
a third of the meat. Meat will not brown
during the pot roasting process, so for
browner results sear in the EasySear™ pan
on the stovetop first before placing back into
the slow cooker base for pot roasting.
SUITABLE MEAT CUTS FOR
POT ROASTING
Beef Topside, Blade, Silverside Roasts,
Rolled Brisket.
Lamb Forequarter, Shank, Shoulder.
Veal Shoulder/Forequarter.
Pork Loin, Neck.
USING THE EASYSEAR™ PAN AS
STAND ALONE COOKWARE
This slow cooker is equipped with a diecast
removable EasySear™ pan to withstand
temperature extremes. It can be used for
browning and searing on a gas, electric or
ceramic stovetop or as a traditional roasting
pan for use in the oven.
The removable EasySear™ pan and glass
lid is safe for use on stovetops and in
conventional ovens up to 250ºC.
NOTE
While silicone handles and glass lid
are heat resistant to 250°C. It is not
recommended to use for extended
periods above 200°C in oven.
Silicone handles should remain in
position while using EasySear™ pan
on stovetop, oven and in slow cooker.
For cleaning, silicone handles should
be removed regularly to prevent food
buildup. Only remove silicone handles
once EasySear™ pan is cool. Only
position silicone handles on a cooled
EasySear™ pan.

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HINTS AND TIPS
• Trim all visible fat from meat or poultry.
• If a recipe calls for browning the meat, it
may be browned in the EasySear™ pan
on the gas, electric or ceramic stovetop.
• Meat and poultry require at least
6 to 7 hours of cooking on LOW setting
or 3 to 4 hours on HIGH setting.
• Ensure that the food or liquid to
be cooked fills half to ¾ of the
EasySear™ pan.
• If after cooking the liquid quantity is
excessive, remove the lid and operate
the slow cooker with EasySear™ pan on
the HIGH setting for 30 to 45 minutes
or until the liquid reduces by the desired
amount. Alternatively, the liquid can
be thickened by adding a mixture of
cornflour and water and cooking on
HIGH setting without the lid until sauce
has thickened.
DO’S
• Always thaw frozen meat and poultry
before cooking.
• Use dry oven mitts when lifting the lid or
removable EasySear™ pan after searing
or slow cooking.
• Place the EasySear™ pan onto a heat
proof mat if serving from the EasySear™
pan at the table.
• To keep foods warm for serving, turn
control to the LOW setting until ready
to serve.
DONT’S
• Do not operate the slow cooker without
the EasySear™ pan in position in the
slow cooker base.
• Do not cook with frozen meats or poultry.
• Do not remove the glass lid from the
slow cooker unnecessarily as this will
result in major heat loss.
• Stirring is not necessary when slow
cooking. However, if cooking on the
HIGH setting, stirring occasionally will
help to distribute flavours throughout
the recipe.
• Do not use HIGH setting if you intend
on being away from home for more than
3 hours.
NEVER
• Place water or other liquids into the slow
cooker base of the Flavour Saver.
• Immerse the slow cooker base, power
cord, or power plug in water or any
other liquid.
• Touch hot surfaces with bare hands.
• Deep fry in the EasySear™ pan.

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CARE AND CLEANING
• Before cleaning the Flavour Saver with
EasySear™ pan switch the temperature
control dial to OFF, switch off at the
power outlet, unplug from the power
outlet and remove the connector end of
the power cord from the appliance inlet.
• Remove EasySear™ pan and allow to
cool completely.
• To remove stubborn, cooked-on foods in
the removable EasySear™ pan, soften by
filling ¾ with water, bring to a slow boil
on medium heat on the stove top, add
detergent and simmer for 15 minutes.
Remove by lightly scrubbing with a soft
nylon kitchen brush.
• The removable EasySear™ pan
and glass lid can be washed in the
dishwasher. However, to maintain
non-stick coating, it is recommended
to wash EasySear™ pan in hot, soapy
water using a mild household detergent.
Rinse and dry thoroughly.
• Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel wool,
or scouring pads as these can damage
the surfaces and non-stick coating.
• To prevent damage to the appliance,
do not use alkaline cleaning agents,
use a soft cloth and a mild detergent.
• The brushed stainless steel slow cooker
base can be wiped over with a soft, damp
cloth and then dried thoroughly.
• It is recommended to wash silicone
handles in hot soapy water using a mild
household detergent. Rinse and dry
thoroughly. It is not recommended to
place silicone handles in dishwasher.
IMPORTANT
Do not use alkaline cleaning agents,
use a soft cloth and a mild detergent.
IMPORTANT
Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel
wool or scouring pads.
IMPORTANT
Do not immerse slow cooker base or
power cord in water or any other liquid
as they may cause electrocution.
IMPORTANT
Ensure removable EasySear™ pan is
correctly positioned in slow cooker
base before you commence cooking.

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SOUPS
FENNEL AND WHITE BEAN SOUP
Serves 6 to 8
INGREDIENTS
265g dried white beans
20g butter
1 Tablespoon olive oil
2 leeks, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 large bulbs fennel, halved and sliced
5½ cups/1375ml vegetable or chicken stock
½ teaspoon ground white pepper
Sea salt
Wedges of fresh lemon
METHOD
White Bean Preparation
1. Place dried beans into a large bowl,
cover with cold water and soak
overnight. Rinse and drain well.
Searing on the Stovetop with
EasySear™ pan.
2. Place EasySear™ pan onto stovetop and
preheat for 2 to 3 minutes, add butter
and oil, heat a further 1 minute or until
butter has melted.
3. Add leeks and garlic and sauté until
leeks have softened slightly, about
2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add fennel and cook for 3 to 4 minutes
or until fennel has softened slightly,
stirring occasionally.
Slow Cooking
5. Place EasySear™ pan back into slow
cooker base.
6. Add drained beans, stock and pepper,
mixing well.
7. Cover with lid, turn temperature
control dial to AUTO setting. Cook
for 5 to 6 hours or until beans are
very tender.
8. Season soup with salt and serve with
wedges of lemon.
TIP
Great Northern Beans were used in
this recipe but any dried white beans
can be used.
Setting Variation: Use the LOW setting and
cook for 8 to 10 hours or the HIGH setting
for 4 to 5 hours.

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SOUPS
SPICY KUMERA SOUP
Serves 6 to 8
INGREDIENTS
1½ Tablespoons oil
2 large onions, chopped
¾ Tablespoon Cajun spice
¼ teaspoon ground fennel seeds
¾ teaspoon ground cumin
4½ cups/1¼ litres vegetable or chicken stock
1.4kg kumera (sweet potato), peeled and cut into
small chunks
Salt and pepper
¾ cup sour cream or natural yogurt
Fresh tortillas
METHOD
Searing on the Stovetop with
EasySear™ pan.
1. Place EasySear™ pan onto stovetop and
preheat for 2 to 3 minutes, add oil and
heat a further 1 minute.
2. Add onions and sauté until onion has
softened slightly, about 3 to 4 minutes,
stirring occasionally.
3. Add Cajun spice, ground fennel seeds
and ground cumin, sauté for
2 to 3 minutes or until spices
are fragrant.
Slow Cooking
4. Place EasySear™ pan back into slow
cooker base.
5. Add stock and sweet potato, mix well.
6. Cover with lid, turn temperature
control dial to HIGH setting. Cook
for 2 to 3 hours or until sweet potato
is very soft.
7. Turn dial to OFF and turn slow cooker
off at power outlet, remove power plug
from power outlet.
8. Using a non scratch potato masher
gently mash sweet potato until well
broken up. Season soup with salt
and pepper.
9. Serve soup with a spoonful of sour
cream or natural yogurt and fresh
warmed tortillas.
Setting Variation: Use the LOW setting and
cook for 6 to 7 hours or the AUTO setting for
4 to 5 hours.

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SOUPS
PEA AND HAM SOUP
Serves 8
INGREDIENTS
550g split peas (green or yellow)
¾ Tablespoon oil
20g butter
2 large onions, finely chopped
3 large carrots, diced
3 sticks celery, diced
1.4 litres water
700g ham bones
3 bay leaves
6 to 8 fresh sage leaves
Sea salt and freshly ground pepper
METHOD
Split Pea Preparation
1. Place split peas into a large bowl, cover
with cold water and soak overnight.
Rinse and drain well.
Searing on the Stovetop with
EasySear™ pan
2. Place EasySear™ pan onto stovetop and
preheat for 2 to 3 minutes, add oil and
butter, heat a further 1 minute or until
butter has melted.
3. Add onions, carrots and celery, sauté
until onion has softened slightly, about
4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Slow Cooking
4. Place EasySear™ pan back into slow
cooker base.
5. Add water, split peas, ham bones, bay
leaves and sage leaves. Mix well and
cover with lid.
6. Turn temperature control dial to
AUTO setting, cook for 7 to 8 hours
or until peas are very soft.
7. Remove ham bones and cut any meat
from bone, chop ham finely. Return
chopped ham to soup.
8. Season soup with salt and pepper and
serve with fresh crusty bread.
Setting Variation: Use the HIGH setting
and cook for 4 to 5 hours or LOW setting for
8 to 10 hours.

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SOUPS
SIMPLE VEGETABLE AND
LENTIL SOUP
Serves 6 to 8
INGREDIENTS
1½ Tablespoons oil
2 large onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
700g smoked ribs or bacon bones
3 sticks celery, finely chopped
4 carrots, diced
1 small sweet potato (285g), peeled and diced
8.5 cups/2.125L chicken or vegetable stock
285g red lentils, rinsed and drained
220g green lentils, rinsed and drained
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
¾ cup chopped fresh coriander or parsley
METHOD
Searing on the Stovetop with
EasySear™ pan
1. Place EasySear™ pan onto stovetop and
preheat for 2 to 3 minutes, add oil,
heat for a further 1 minute.
2. Add onions and garlic, sauté for
5 minutes or until onion has softened,
stirring occasionally.
3. Add smoked ribs, celery and carrots, cook
for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Slow Cooking
4. Place EasySear™ pan back into slow
cooker base.
5. Add sweet potato, stock and lentils to
pan, mixing well.
6. Cover with lid, turn the temperature
control dial to HIGH setting and cook
for 4 to 5 hours or until lentils are soft.
7. Season with salt and pepper, serve hot
with chopped coriander or parsley.
TIP
For a spicier version of this soup add
1 Tablespoon of Moroccan Spice mix
to the EasySear™ pan when sautéing
onions and garlic.
Setting Variation: Use the LOW setting and
cook for 8 to 10 hours or AUTO setting for,
5 to 6 hours or until lentils are soft.

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FISH
SRI LANKAN FISH CURRY
Serves 8 to 10
INGREDIENTS
2 Tablespoons oil
3 onions, finely chopped
6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1⁄3cup finely chopped fresh ginger
3 small red chillies, seeds removed
and finely chopped
1½ Tablespoons ground coriander
1½ Tablespoons black mustard seeds
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
14 fresh curry leaves
1.4kg fresh ripe tomatoes, chopped into
2cm chunks
190ml can coconut cream
1.4kg thick firm white fish fillets cut into 3cm
chunks, bones and skin removed
Juice of 1 lemon
1¼ tsps sea salt and pepper to taste
Lemon wedges to serve
Extra chopped fresh coriander to serve
METHOD
Searing on the Stovetop with
EasySear™ pan
1. Place EasySear™ pan onto stovetop and
preheat for 2 to 3 minutes, add oil, heat a
further 1 minute.
2. Add onions, garlic, ginger and chillies,
sauté for 5 minutes or until onions have
softened, stirring occasionally.
3. Add ground coriander, mustard seeds,
turmeric and curry leaves, cook for
3 minutes or until spices are fragrant,
stirring occasionally.
4. Stir through tomatoes.
Slow Cooking
5. Place EasySear™ pan back into slow
cooker base.
6. Cover with lid, turn temperature
control dial to LOW setting. Cook for
3 to 4 hours or until tomatoes are well
cooked and softened.
7. Before serving, stir through coconut
cream and fish pieces and mix well.
Cover with lid and continue cooking
for a further 2 to 2½ hours or until fish
is cooked. Stir through lemon juice and
season to taste with salt and pepper.
8. Serve with lemon wedges and extra
fresh coriander.
Setting Variation: Use the HIGH setting
and cook sauce for 2 to 2½ hours or
AUTO setting for 3 to 4 hours, add fish in
last 2 to 2½ hours of cooking time.

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CHICKEN
SPICED SOY CHICKEN
Serves 6
INGREDIENTS
1½ Tablespoons oil
2kg chicken thigh cutlets, skin removed
¾ cup/185ml salt reduced soy sauce
¾ cup/185ml Shao hsing (Chinese Cooking
Wine) or dry sherry
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 Tablespoons chopped fresh ginger
3 star anise
1 cinnamon sticks
1½ teaspoons sesame oil
2 Tablespoons brown sugar, well packed
1½ Tablespoons cornflour
1⁄3cup/125ml water
2 green onions, very thinly sliced
1½ red chillies, seeds removed and thinly sliced
METHOD
Searing on the Stovetop with
EasySear™ pan
1. Place EasySear™ pan onto stovetop and
preheat for 2 to 3 minutes, add oil and
heat a further 1 minute.
2. Cook chicken pieces in batches until
well browned on both sides, remove
from pan. Remove EasySear™ pan from
heat and drain off oil.
Slow Cooking
3. Place EasySear™ pan back into slow
cooker base.
4. Add soy sauce, Shao hsing, garlic,
ginger, star anise, cinnamon sticks,
sesame oil and brown sugar, mix well.
5. Return chicken to pan and turn to coat
all over in marinade. Cover with lid.
6. Turn temperature control dial to
AUTO setting. Cook for 4 to 5 hours or
until chicken is cooked, turning once
during cooking if possible.
7. Remove chicken from EasySear™ pan
and arrange pieces on a serving plate.
Cover to keep warm.
EasySear™ pan on Stovetop
8. Place EasySear™ pan back onto stovetop
and bring mixture to the boil. Mix
together cornflour and water, stir into
EasySear™ pan, continue stirring until
sauce boils and thickens.
9. Serve chicken with the marinade
spooned over and top with green onions
and chillies.
Setting Variation: Use the HIGH setting
and cook for 3 to 4 hours or LOW setting for
5 to 6 hours.