Cuisinart CTG-00-SSC Service manual

Instruction and Recipe Booklet
CTG-00-SSC
SILICONE STEAM CASE
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.

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CONTENTS
Important Safeguards ........................................... 3
Helpful Hints . .................................................. 4
Steaming Guide ................................................ 6
Warranty ...................................................... 7
Recipes ....................................................... 8
Fish Tacos with Quick Pickled Onions ............................. 8
Asian Chicken Salad ........................................... 9
Spring Vegetables with Shrimp.................................. 10
Steamed Beet Salad with Roasted Walnuts and Ricotta Salata ........ 11
Champagne Vinaigrette ........................................12
Herbed New Potatoes ......................................... 13
Product Registration ........................................... 14

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SAVE AND READ THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
Basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following:
1.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS, including these
important safeguards and the care and use
instructions in this manual.
2. Do not use this steam case for other than its intended use.
3. Do not use if the steam case has been damaged in any manner.
4. Allow steam case to cool down before handling or moving. Use oven mitts to remove from
microwave or oven, and to open flaps and steam vent.
5. Do not touch hot surfaces. Always use handles.
6. Do not use this case on the stovetop, under the broiler, or in the freezer.
7. Extreme caution must be used when opening the case as hot steam will escape. Always
use oven mitts.
8. Close supervision is necessary when this steam case is used near children.
9. Keep out of reach of children; this steam case should not be used by children or
individuals with certain disabilities.
10. Do not clean using any abrasive materials. Steam case is top rack dishwasher safe.
11. Do not use this steam case in oven at temperatures over 425°F.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
*100% Platinum Silicone. FDA approved food contact materials
*Top rack dishwasher-safe

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HELPFUL HINTS
• Steaming Time: Times listed in the Steaming Guide and Recipes are to be used as a
guide only. Times will vary, depending on the quantity and freshness of food, size of
pieces, spacing and placement of food on the steaming tray, microwave power*, and
personal preference.
• Smaller and/or thinner pieces of food will cook more quickly.
• Steaming times may vary in higher altitudes.
• If food is underdone for your taste, reheat in microwave at 30-second increments.
• As you get to know your steam case, adjust time to get the exact results you want: Less
time produces crisp-tender vegetables, more time results in softer textures.
• Cut food into consistently-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
• When using a recipe, follow quantities as closely as possible for best results.
• Do not overfill steam case; distribute food evenly in one layer when possible.
• Poultry and thick cuts of fish should be completely thawed before steaming.
• Use oven mitts to remove steam case from microwave or oven. Transfer to a flat surface.
• Use caution when opening steam case. Steam is very hot and can burn skin. Carefully lift
the side of flap farthest from you first, to direct escaping steam away from you. Let
opened case sit for 1 minute; keep in mind that food will continue cooking as it cools.
• Always use tongs to remove food from the steam case.
• Food can be seasoned to taste with a touch of salt, spices and/or citrus after it is
removed from the microwave or oven.
• Ready-to-Eat Cues: Vegetables and fruits can be pierced with the tip of a knife or tines of
a fork to test for doneness. For meats, poultry and fish, use a thermometer to check
internal temperature. Recommended temperature for chicken breast is 165°F, and for
fish is 145°F.
• Steaming is a great way to cook dried beans; they cook evenly without breaking up as
they often do if cooked on the stovetop.

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• Steaming is ideal for baby food. Steam food until very tender, then process in blender or
food processor, adding breast milk or filtered water, one tablespoon at a time, to reach
desired consistency.
Approximate Food Capacity:
-Up to 4.5 cups vegetables
-Up to 1.5 lbs chicken
-Up to 1 lb fish
*All microwaves are different. The suggested times are based on an 800W microwave.

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STEAMING GUIDE
Food and
Suggested Amount
Microwave Wattage, Water Amount
and Suggested Time
Oven Temperature,
Water Amount and
Suggested Time
1 Artichoke,
trimmed and quartered
800W, 2 tablespoons, 6 minutes 30 seconds 350˚F, 4 tablespoons, 30 minutes
½ bunch Asparagus 800W, 2 tablespoons, 3 minutes 350˚F, 2 tablespoons, 10 minutes
1½ cups Baby Carrots 800W, 2 tablespoons, 4 minutes 30 seconds 350˚F, 2 tablespoons,
25 to 30 minutes
2 cups Broccoli Florets 800W, 2 tablespoons, 3 minutes 30 seconds 350˚F, 2 tablespoons,
12 to 15 minutes
2 cups Brussels Sprouts,
halfed
800W, 2 tablespoons, 4 minutes 350˚F, 2 tablespoons, 20 minutes
2 cups Butternut Squash
cut into 1-inch cubes
800W, 2 tablespoons, 6 minutes 350˚F, 2 tablespoons,
20 to 22 minutes
3 ears of Corn, husked 800W, 2 tablespoons, 5 minutes 350˚F, 2 tablespoons, 15 minutes
2 cups Green Beans,
trimmed
800W, 2 tablespoons, 4 minutes 30 seconds 350˚F, 2 tablespoons, 10 minutes
3 cups Potatoes,
cut into 1-inch pieces
800W, 2 tablespoons, 6 minutes 350˚F, 2 tablespoons, 25 minutes
2 cups Zucchini (1 medium),
cut into 1-inch half moons
800W, 2 tablespoons, 3 minutes 350˚F, 2 tablespoons, 10 minutes
Fish fillet, thin, e.g., flounder 800W, 2 tablespoons, 2 minutes 350˚F, 10 minutes
Fish fillet, thick, e.g., salmon 800W, 2 tablespoons, 3 minutes 350˚F, 15 minutes
2 Chicken breasts, thin 800W, 2 tablespoons, 3 minutes 30 seconds 350˚F, 20 minutes
2 Chicken breasts, thick 800W, 2 tablespoons, 5 minutes 350˚F, 25 minutes

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WARRANTY
LIFETIME WARRANTY (U.S. and Canada ONLY)
Cuisinart®Tools & Gadgets are warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship
under normal home use from the date of original purchase throughout the original
purchaser’s lifetime. If your tool/gadget should prove to be defective within your lifetime, we
will repair it (or, if we think it necessary, replace it) without charge to you, except for shipping
and handling. To obtain warranty service, please call our Consumer Service Center toll-free at
1-800-726-0190, or write to Consumer Service Center, Cuisinart, 150 Milford Road, East
Windsor, NJ 08520. To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your return, please enclose $4.00
for shipping and handling of the product. Be sure to include a return address, description of
the product problem, phone number, and any other information pertinent to the product’s
return. Please pay by check or money order made payable to Cuisinart. This warranty
excludes damage caused by accident, misuse or abuse, including damage caused by
overheating, and it does not apply to scratches, stains, discoloration or other damage to
external or internal surfaces that does not impair the functional utility of the tool/gadget. This
warranty also expressly excludes all incidental or consequential damages. Some states do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the foregoing
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY
California residents should call 1-800-726-0190 for shipping instructions. Cuisinart will be
responsible for the cost of the repair, replacement, and shipping and handling of such
nonconforming products under warranty.

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*Suggested time is based on an 800-watt microwave. Alternatively, water and vinegar mixture can be brought to a boil on
the stove, and fish can be steamed in the steam case in the oven at 350ºF until opaque, about 15 minutes.
RECIPES
Fish Tacos with Quick Pickled Onions
These tacos are great for dinner parties—the prep is simple, flavors are bright and presentation is beautiful.
Makes 6 tacos
½ cup water
¼ cup champagne vinegar
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
¼ to ½ teaspoon kosher salt, divided
½ small red onion, thinly sliced
½ pound white, flaky fish, such as cod or mahi mahi
6 hard taco shells
1/
8
teaspoon chili powder
½ avocado, pitted and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
½ lime
1. Put water, champagne vinegar, sugar and a pinch of the salt into a medium, microwave-safe bowl.
Microwave until very hot, 2 minutes.*
2. Carefully remove bowl from microwave and add onion. Stir until onion slices are fully submerged
by the water and vinegar mixture. Cool slightly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to pickle.
3. When ready to serve, put 2 tablespoons water into the bottom of the steam case. Insert the tray
Put the fish fillets onto the tray. Close the steam case and microwave for 3 minutes.*
4. Remove steam case from microwave, carefully open and let sit in the open position for 1 minute.
« Sprinkle fish with ¼ teaspoon of the salt.
5. Divide fish and avocado evenly among each taco shell. Sprinkle each with a pinch of the remaining
salt and chili powder. Top with the drained pickled onions, cilantro and a squeeze of lime. Taste
and adjust seasoning as desired.
Nutritional information per serving (1 taco):
Calories 123 (36% from fat) • carb. 12g • pro. 8g • fat 5g • sat. fat 5g
chol. 16mg • sod. 298mg • calc. 35mg • fiber 2g

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Asian Chicken Salad
Vietnamese flavors are the inspiration for this fresh and flavorful chicken salad.
Makes 4 cups
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 to 2 teaspoons siracha sauce
¼ teaspoon fish sauce
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 thick, skinless, boneless chicken breasts
½ cup julienne-cut carrot (about 1 medium)
1 cup julienne-cut red cabbage (about 1 small wedge from a medium head)
¼ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1. Put the lime juice, siracha, fish sauce and oil into a large mixing bowl and stir. Reserve.
2. Put 2 tablespoons water into the bottom of the steam case. Insert the tray. Put the chicken breasts
onto the tray. Close the steam case and microwave for 5 minutes.*
3. Remove steam case from microwave, carefully open and let sit in the open position for 1 minute.
Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165ºF.
4. When cool to the touch, cut chicken into small cubes. Add the small cubes to the large mixing bowl
with the reserved lime juice mixture. Add the carrots, cabbage, mint and cilantro. Toss to thoroughly
combine. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
*Suggested time is based on an 800-watt microwave. Alternatively, chicken can be steamed in the steam case
in the oven at 350ºF until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165ºF, about 35 minutes.
Nutritional information per serving (based on 1 cup):
Calories 224 (51% from fat) • carb. 6g • pro. 22g • fat 13g • sat. fat 2g
chol. 54mg • sod. 117mg • calc. 91mg • fiber 2g

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Spring Vegetables with Shrimp
If desired, omit the shrimp to make a simple side dish.
Makes 2 to 3 servings
1 cup snow peas
10 asparagus spears, cut on the bias into 3-inch pieces
1 small carrot, cut into 3-inch pieces, ¼-inch thick
½ cup frozen peas
1 cup large frozen shrimp
Fresh lemon juice
Chopped parsley
Salt and pepper
1. Put 2 tablespoons water into the bottom of the steam case. Insert the tray. Put the vegetables and
shrimp onto the tray. Close the steam case and microwave for 7 minutes.*
2. Remove steam case from microwave and let sit in the closed position for 1 minute.
3. Carefully open the steam case. When cool to the touch, remove the tray and transfer vegetables and
shrimp to a bowl. Strain excess water if necessary.
4. Toss with lemon juice, parsley, salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
*Suggested time is based on an 800-watt microwave. Alternatively, frozen shrimp and vegetables can be
steamed in the steam case in the oven at 350ºF until shrimp is opaque, about 30 minutes.
Nutritional information per serving (based on 2 servings):
Calories 146 (8% from fat) • carb. 8g • pro. 17g • fat 11g • sat. fat 0g
chol. 85mg • sod. 145mg • calc. 98mg • fiber 6g