FoodSaver Quick Marinator User manual

%) FoodSavef
Vacuum Packaging System
Quick Marinator
Instructions for Use

Marinating with your FoodSaver Appliance
For use with Foodsaver® Smartseaf
Technology (V3000 Series) Models
Your FoodSaver*' Vacuum Sealing System has a
special Quick Marinate Cycle which will last about
ten minutes. The vacuum motor will "hold" the
vacuum for several minutes then release the
vacuum allowing the food to "rest" for 30 seconds.
This process will then repeat two more times.
This "Pulsing" action of "vacuuming and resting"
will allow for quicker marinating. When the Quick
Marinate Cycle is
completed the appliance will
beep to signal marinating is complete.
The FoodSaver" Quick Marinator Canister is
the perfect FoodSaver® Accessory for marinating
foods. Foods will marinate in minutes when
vacuum packaged because the vacuum process
opens the pores of the food and absorbs the
marinade more quickly.
Important Note: During the Quick Marinate Cycle,
make sure knob on accessory lid is set to OPEN.
Donot set knob to Vacuum. TheVacuum position
on the knob will allow the Quick Marinating
Canister to be used for extending vacuum storage.
1. Prepare enough of your favorite marinade to fully
cover food inside amarinating canister. Always
leave at least one inch of space between contents
and top of rim.
2. Makesure rubber gasket underneath the lid as
well as rim of marinating canister is free from
food materials.
3. Make sure Accessory Hose is securely inserted
into port on the FoodSaver® QuickMarinator lid.
4. Make sure knob on accessory lid is set to the
OPEN/MARINATE position.
5. Make sure lid is firmlyattached to marinator base.
6. Press Marinate button 3 on the control panel.
7. Your FoodSaver® Vacuum Sealing System
will now begin the Quick Marinate Cycle. The
Marinate Indicator Light will flash to indicate
the marinating process has begun.
8. During the initial vacuum cycle the Marinate
Mode Indicator will illuminate. While Marinating,
the Vacuum Meter Display will blink during the
Vacuum Hold or Rest Cycle.
9. To preserve food safely, after completing the
marinating cycle, the appliance will signal with
short beeps to indicate your Quick Marinate
Cycle is completed. Press any button to silence
the signal.
You may now cook or refrigerate your marinated food.
For Use With All Other Foodsaver
Vacuum Sealing Appliance Models
. Prepare enough of your favorite marinade to fully
cover food inside amarinating canister. Always
leave at one inch of space between contents and
top of rim.
. Make sure rubber gasket underneath the lid as
well as rim of marinating
canister is free from
food materials.
. Insert one end of the Accessory Hose into the
Accessory Port on your FoodSaver®appliance.
. Make sure Accessory Hose is securely inserted
into port on the FoodSaver® Quick Marinator lid.

5. Make sure lid is firmlyattached to
the marinator base.
6. Turn the knob on the Canister so the
arrow points to Vacuum/Canister.
7. Press Canister Button on the
control panel.
8. Turn the knob on the canister lid
so the arrow points to Closed/Store
once vacuum is completed.
9. For best results, after 5 to 10 minutes,
open container and turn meat to ensure
all sides are coated with marinade.
Let meat marinate for a total of 15 to
20 minutes in the refrigerator.
10. For additional information on FoodSaver®
System Accessory usage, follow the steps
in your QuickStart Guide.
To Store
Tips for Marinating
with the Quick Marinator
You can marinate in a fraction of the time
FoodSaver® Quick Marinator. What usually takes
hours to marinate takes only minutes because
vacuum packaging opens up the pores of food to
absorb marinade more quickly. AllFoodSaver®
Vacuum Packaging Canisters work for marinating,
but the Quick Marinator is recommended because
less marinade will be needed to cover the food
due to its low shape.
Troubleshooting
If the Quick Marinator will not vacuum:
1. Make sure the rubber gasket on the canister lid
is free from food materials.
2. Examine the rim of the canister for any cracks or
scratches. Any gaps can prevent avacuum from
forming properly.
FoodSaver® System with SmartSeal™
Technology (V3000Series) Models
Marinate with the knob on the
Open/Marinate position.
All Other FoodSaver®
System Models
Step 1:Marinate with the
knob on the Vacuum/
Canister position.
Step 2: Turn knob so the
arrow points to Closed/Store.
3. Make sure you aren't filling the canister too full
for vacuuming. Always leave at least one inch (1")
between the contents and the lid.
4. Make sure the Accessory Hose is securely
inserted into the Accessory Port on the
appliance and in the port on the canister lid.
Note: Allow hot foods to cool to room temperature
before vacuum packaging. Otherwise, the contents
may bubble up out of the canister.
Care &Cleaning
1. Wash canister in warm water using a mild
dishwashing soap. Do not immerse lid in water.
2. Dry thoroughly before using.
3. The FoodSaver®Quick Marinator base (but not
the lid) is top-rack dishwasher safe. The lid
should be wiped down with a damp cloth.
4. The FoodSaver®Quick Marinator should not be
used in the freezer.

Recipes
Fabulous Fajitas Makes 8 servings
Ingredients:
1/2 cup red wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper
2tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced
1teaspoon ground cumin
11/2 pounds flank steak
1/2 teaspoon oregano, crushed
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, combine all ingredients except steak; stir well.
2. Score steak slightly on each side
3. Place in FoodSaver® Canister with marinade.
4. Vacuum.
5. Marinate 20 minutes.
6. Drain, reserving marinade.
7. Grill or broil steak on each side until cooked as desired, basting occasionally with marinade.
8. Discard any remaining marinade.
9. Slice steak across the grain.
10. Serve in warm flour tortillas with sauteed onions and peppers, salsa, and guacamole, if desired.
Vacuum package and freeze any leftover to enjoy this meal another time!
Skewered Greek-Style Shrimp Makes 8 servings
Ingredients:
Zest of one lemon 1/2 teaspoon coarse-ground black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon oregano, crushed
2 tablespoons olive oil 16 jumbo shrimp, peeled and de-veined
2
tablespoons minced onion 4 skewers
4cloves garlic, chopped
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, combine all ingredients except shrimp; stir well.
2. Place shrimp and marinade in FoodSaver®Canister.
3. Vacuum package.
4. Marinate 15 minutes.
5. Thread 4 shrimp on each skewer. (Ifusing wood skewers, presoak in water 5 minutes.)
6. Grill or broil just until shrimp turn pink.
7. Discard any uncooked marinade.
Vacuum package and freeze any leftover to enjoy this meal another time!
Easy Savings Idea:
Purchase shrimps in bulk and vacuum package into meal size portions. Vacuum packaged seafood
can be stored for up to 2 years in the freezer.
Protect your expensive cookingoils fromturning rancid by using a FoodSaver® BottleStopper.
Youroils willlast up to 11/2 years stored in the pantry.

Recipes
Grilled Marinated Vegetables Makes 6 servings
Ingredients:
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar 2 small red, green, or yellow peppers
1/4 cup olive oil 2 medium zucchini or yellowcrookneck squash
1 tablespoon chopped parsley 2small red or yellow onions
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed, 1 small eggplant or 3 Japanese eggplants
or 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, combine vinegar, olive oil, parsley, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
2. Remove stems from peppers and cut lengthwise into six pieces, removing seeds.
3. Cut zucchini in half crosswise, then lengthwise into quarters.
4. Peel onions and cut into quarters.
5. Removestem from eggplant and cut lengthwise into six pieces. (CutJapanese eggplants in half lengthwise.)
6. Place vegetables in FoodSaver® Canister.
7. Add marinade and toss to coat well.
8. Vacuum package.
9. Marinate 15 to 20 minutes.
10. Grill
vegetables over medium heat, turning once and brushing with any remaining marinade.
11. Or roast on a sheet tray in a 450 degrees oven until vegetables are tender.
Vacuum package and freeze any leftover to enjoy this meal another time!
Easy Savings Idea:
Vacuum package your homegrown vegetables and enjoy them all year long. Blanched and vacuum
packaged vegetables can be stored in the freezer for 2 to 3 years.
To freeze vegetables in individual servings, place them on baking sheets and spread out so that
pieces are not touching. This way they will not freeze together in a block
Asian Citrus Marinated Chicken Makes 4 servings
Ingredients:
1-1/4 to 1-1/2 Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs 2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 cup orange or pineapple juice 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice V2 cup peanut oil
1/3 cup fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons tarragon vinegar
2tablespoons ginger, peeled and chopped
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
(optional for extra spiciness)
Directions:
1. Place chicken thighs in Quick Marinator.
2. Combine remaining ingredients and pour over chicken thighs.
3. Vacuum package the canister.
4. Marinate 15-20 minutes in the refrigerator.
5. Remove chicken from canister and broil,bake,or grill.
6. Discard remaining marinade.
Freeze any leftovers to enjoy this meal another time!

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO ANY OF THESE ADDRESSES OR TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE.
Questions? Visit us at www.foodsaver.com to get tips on vacuum sealing and order bags and containers,
or call 1-877-777-8042 (U.S.).
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