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Fagor Duo Pressure Cooker 4 Quart
| Item #: |
918060242 |
| Size: |
4 qt |
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Dimensions: |
17.5 inches x 9.5 inches x 6.5 inches | |
Dual pressure settings and sleek black ergonomically designed handles combine to form the Duo pressure cooker. An automatic pressure release position and visual pressure indicator make the Duo extremely easy to operate. A stainless steel steamer basket with trivet, instruction manual and recipe book with over 50 delicious recipes is included. Made of 18/10 stainless steel.10-year warranty. Made in Spain. Available in: 2.5 qt, Pressure Skillet, 4 qt, 6 qt, 8 qt 10 qt and Duo Combi Pressure Cooker 2X1 Set.
Pressure-cooking is a method that utilizes steam under pressure. By sealing food and liquids in the cooker, the temperature can be brought up to 250º F (water boils at 215º F). The steam pressure breaks down the fibers in the food in a very short time. Foods become moist and succulent with an intense intermingling of flavors.
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TRADITIONAL COOKING TIME (Minutes) |
PRESSURE COOKING TIME (Minutes) |
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Broccoli |
15 |
2 |
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Chicken, Whole |
60 |
20 |
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Risotto |
25 |
7 |
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White Potatoes, Cubed |
20 |
5 |
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Black Beans |
120 |
10 |
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Soups |
45 |
12 |
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Lobster |
10 |
3 |
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White Rice |
20 |
5 |
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Brown Rice |
40 |
20 |
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Red Kidney Beans |
120 |
20 |
SAFETY
· Triple safety features dual pressure control valve plus two independent over pressure release valves: safety locking handle prevents accidental opening under pressure. UL approved.
CONSTRUCTION
· 18/10 quality stainless steel construction with impact bonded diffuser base for even heat distribution and fuel efficiency-easy to clean, body is dishwasher safe. Use on all heat sources. Made in Spain.
OPERATION:
· Two pressure settings in a spring valve mechanism operated by a dial format.
· One valve accommodates all types of recipes .
· Set to either Level 1 ( Low 8.5 psi) or Level 2 ( High 15 psi ) .
· Visual Indicator lets user know when all pressure has been released.
· Ergonomically desinged handles for easier handling.
PRESENTATION:
· Comes with user's manual, recipe book and stainless steel steamer basket
· Packaged in a full color gift box.
Cooking Time Dried legumes and grains with a Fagor Pressure Cooker
Dried beans, legumes and grains have always played an important part in the Mediterranean diet, which is high in complex carbohydrates. One of the fastest ways to cook dried beans, legumes and grains is in a pressure cooker. What used to take hours to cook is now reduced to minutes. Several types of beans do not even need to be presoaked.
Tips for Cooking Beans and Legumes
Before cooking, soak beans in four times their volume of lukewarm water for at least four hours or overnight. If unable to soak beans beforehand, add 15 minutes to cooking time. Do not salt soaking water because it will toughen beans and inhibit hydration.
§ Do not soak lentils or dried split peas.
§ Place beans or legumes in the pressure cooker. Add three cups of water for each cup of beans or legumes.
§ Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil for each cup of water to cut down on foaming during cooking. Do not add salt until after cooking.
§ Let pressure drop naturally after cooking.
§ Cooking times vary according to the quality of the beans or other legumes. If still hard after recommended cooking times, continue cooking uncovered. Add additional water, if necessary.
Tips for Cooking Grains
§ Before cooking tough grains, such as wheat berries and pearl barley, soak in four times their volume of lukewarm water for at least four hours or overnight. If unable to soak grains beforehand, add 15 minutes to recommended cooking time. Do not add salt to water since it will toughen the grains and inhibit hydration.
§ Do not soak rice.
§ Rinse all grains under lukewarm water before cooking.
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Approximate Cooking Time (Minutes) |
Pressure Setting |
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Azuki |
5-4 |
High |
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Barley, pearl, 3 cups |
15-20 |
High |
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Black Beans |
8-10 |
High |
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Black Eyed Peas |
9-11 |
Medium |
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Chick Peas |
10-12 |
High |
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Cranberry |
8-10 |
High |
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Gandules (Pigeon Peas) |
7-9 |
High |
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Great Northen |
8-12 |
High |
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Kidney Beans |
10-12 |
High |
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Lentils, green |
8-10 |
High |
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Lentil, soup |
8-10 |
High |
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Lentils, red |
8-10 |
High |
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Lima beans |
5-7 |
High |
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Navy or pea beans |
10-12 |
High |
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Peas, split green or yellow |
8-10 |
High |
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Pinto beans |
4-6 |
High |
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Rice, basmati, 1 1/2 cups |
5-7 |
High |
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Rice, converted, 1 1/2 cups |
5-7 |
High |
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Rice, long grain, 1 1/2 cups |
5-7 |
High |
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Rice, wild, 3 cups |
22-25 |
High |
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Wheat, berries, 3 cups |
15 |
High |
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