Steam cutlets in a Panasonic multicooker

Distinctive features of Panasonic multicookers

The brand invented the first multi-cooker by taking the work of a rice cooker and adding a few more functions to it. Now the company specializes in producing reliable devices of classic design. They belong to the middle price range and have a standard set of options. Panasonic multicookers have basic automatic modes.

Structurally, the device is:

• body made of plastic or metal with thermal insulation;
• bowl of various capacities;
• lid with steam release valve;
• heaters - at the bottom, on the walls and lid;
• temperature sensor for heating and maintaining heat;
• control unit - display, buttons, micromodule with built-in programs.

The coating of the multicooker bowl is non-stick; there are divisions on it, by which you can determine the minimum and maximum number of liters. The devices are equipped with automatic heat support and an on-timer. They work on the principle of parallel increase in temperature and pressure. At the same time, the products retain their beneficial properties and are not filled with carcinogens and cholesterol.

Patented technologies

The Japanese manufacturer is implementing several innovations:

• “Healthy Eating” menu – vitamins, microelements, antioxidants, and up to 30% polyunsaturated acids are preserved in food;
• BINCHO carbon coating - prevents sticking of products, disinfects them, improves the nutritional value of dishes by up to 10%;
• steam valve with boil-off protection and rubber seal for fastening;
• cooking planning - the products are placed in the bowl, after which the timer turns on.

Almost all models are equipped with unique features.

Duck in a Panasonic multicooker

Duck meat is quite difficult to cook. If cooked incorrectly, it can turn out quite tough. However, if you cook duck in a Panasonic multicooker, you can avoid these problems. Your multicooker will do everything for you.

Ingredients:

• Duck – 1.5 – 2 kg
• Vegetable or olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste.

How to cook duck in a Panasonic multicooker?

Wash the meat and cut into pieces. Rub each piece with salt and pepper to taste. Pour a little vegetable or olive oil into the multicooker bowl. We put the duck there. Close the lid and set the “Extinguishing” mode for 60 minutes. We are waiting for the preparation to finish.

This is how easy it is to cook duck in a Panasonic multicooker.

Pros and cons of Panasonic multicookers

To ensure that you have the best, reliable Panasonic multicooker, consider its advantages and disadvantages before purchasing. The products have the following positive aspects:

• high-quality Japanese assembly;
• silent operation;
• optimal number of modes;
• delay start up to 24 hours;
• steamer option;
• laconic design;
• ease of care;
• lack of user control.

Among the disadvantages:

• a small layer of Teflon on the bowl;
• the container has no handles;
• the display is often not backlit;
• forced activation of the auto-heating option.

Important! If the appliance does not have a pressure cooker function, it will cook slower than the stove.

How to cook “Steam cutlets in a Panasonic multicooker”

1. For such cutlets, you can use any ready-made minced meat. This time I had pork and turkey. The cutlets will also be delicious made from veal and chicken fillet. In any case, take meat or minced meat to your taste. Add to it an egg, salt, spices, a slice of bread (soak it first in water or milk) and finely chopped onion.

2. The minced meat should now be thoroughly mixed until smooth. Then form cutlets and roll them in breadcrumbs.

3. I solved the problem with lunch in a clever way: instead of regular water for the steamer, I cut up potatoes and filled them with water, and then placed a steam pan on top and put cutlets in it.

4. Set the “Steam” mode and close the lid. On average, cooking using this program takes no more than 40 minutes.

5. When the dish is ready, drain the water and place the potatoes and cutlets on the dish. Add a piece of butter, and you can also cut up a salad of fresh vegetables.

Basic parameters for choosing a multicooker

When choosing devices manufactured by the Panasonic brand, it is important to consider several criteria.

Power consumption and housing material

There are models on the market with power from 450 to 1600 W. For comfortable cooking, 500-800 W is enough.

The body of the equipment is made of metal (stainless steel) or heat-resistant plastic. Steel is durable and beautiful in appearance, however, the price of the device will be more expensive. Good plastic is durable, does not smell, does not make creaks or cracks.

Volume and coating of the inner bowl

Choose a bowl depending on the number of family members. A standard multicooker from Panasonic is equipped with a capacity of 5 liters. But the brand’s assortment includes products with bowls from 2 to 14 liters.

The brand produces containers with several types of coatings:

• non-stick Teflon. Durable plastic is resistant to aggressive environments and can withstand temperatures up to +260 degrees. Thanks to its non-stick properties, you can use a minimum of oil. The disadvantage of Teflon is its susceptibility to chipping;
• ceramic. Withstands heating temperatures up to +450 degrees, has high strength and wear resistance, is environmentally friendly, and does not scratch. The disadvantage of a ceramic bowl is the impact of an aggressive environment on the surface;
• ferromagnetic steel. Nickel in the material gives dishes a metallic taste. The bowl itself takes a long time to heat up, and milk dishes in it often burn;

Advice! Do not cook acidic dishes in a steel container - the acid reacts with the metal, resulting in the release of harmful salt.

• aluminum. Durable, quickly heating material. High-quality alloys ensure uniform heat treatment of products and are absolutely harmless to health.

Any of the coatings requires careful handling - the cost of the bowl is sometimes comparable to the cost of a multicooker.

Non-stick Teflon coating of the bowl

Type and modes of control

Panasonic produces models with two types of controls. On the touch panel, the mode is selected by touching the buttons. Mechanical control is carried out using push-button or rotary switches.

Panasonic multicookers do not have a “Frying” mode, but there are other useful programs:

• Buckwheat - side dishes from oatmeal, rice, millet, barley are prepared according to the principle of evaporation of liquid;
• Pilaf - after 10-15 minutes, intensive frying is turned on, which is suitable for navy-style pasta, baked potatoes, crispy dumplings;
• Milk porridge - you can prepare liquid porridges from barley, oatmeal, corn and light soups;

Important! Use ground grains, set them overnight and set the timer.

• Baking - prepare muffins, pies and casseroles, as well as fried soups, cutlets, chicken and potatoes;
• Steaming - mode for dietary dishes, rapid boiling of milk and water;
• Warming up - food is heated independently and kept warm;
• Delay start up to 24 hours - food is prepared without user intervention.

In addition to the main ones, devices can be equipped with additional modes. Among them:

• Keeping prepared food warm;
• Soaking - for legumes;
• Cycle end signal;
• Grill - for a crispy crust on meat and vegetables;
• Yogurt - temperature from 38 to 42 degrees is maintained for 4-6 hours;
• Deep fryer - for potatoes and meat;
• Multicook - custom selection of cooking times;
• Maintaining the cycle during power surges - the dish is prepared from the moment it stops;
• Voice control - prompts about pressing a button in the form of an alert;
• Sterilization - for jars and baby bottles.

Modern devices also have child protection options in the form of locking the device panel and thermal protection - stopping when the water runs out.

Cooking mode options

Cooking modes

Baking in a Panasonic multicooker

Baking recipes in a Panasonic multicooker are different. We will look at perhaps the most common of them - apple charlotte.

Ingredients:

• Apples – 1.5 – 2 kg
• Sugar – 1 glass
• Eggs – 3 pcs.
• Flour – 1 cup
• Baking powder, vanillin, cinnamon (optional).

How to cook charlotte in a Panasonic multicooker?

First you need to prepare the dough. To do this, mix sugar, eggs, flour, baking powder and vanilla in a large bowl. Mixing is most conveniently done using a mixer.

Peel the apples and remove seeds. Cut the peeled apples into small slices.

Place a layer of chopped apples in the multicooker bowl. Baking in a Panasonic multicooker will turn out much tastier if you sprinkle ground cinnamon on top of the apples.

Fill a layer of apples with dough. Close the lid of the multicooker. Set the “Baking” mode to 60 minutes.

Rating of the best Panasonic multicookers, review of models

If you need a Panasonic brand multicooker, the user rating by cost will help you choose the right one.

Budget models

They do not have many functions, but they differ in quality.

Middle price segment

You need a high-quality multicooker from Panasonic - just such models are presented below.

Premium models

Expensive devices that are worth the money.

Features of Panasonic multicookers, pros and cons of the brand

The Japanese company Panasonic is well known to all buyers of household appliances.
This brand produces refrigerators, stoves, microwave ovens, washing machines, and various small gadgets. Multicookers occupy a significant place in the assortment.

Panasonic multicookers are manufactured in China and Taiwan (depending on the model), and all products come with a one-year warranty. Multicookers belong to the mid-price group; the model range includes both inexpensive options with a small bowl and a minimum of programs, as well as improved devices with expanded capabilities, designed for a large family.

Buyers note the following advantages of multicookers:

• reliability;
• high-quality case materials without foreign odors;
• high-quality case materials;
• Teflon coated bowls;
• resistance to mechanical damage;

• simple interface;
• convenient location of the control panel;
• good power;
• variety of models;
• affordable price.

All multicookers can be programmed manually by changing the cooking time. The choice of programs is standard for the brand: several options are offered for preparing cereals (milk porridge, buckwheat, rice, pilaf), stewing, frying, baking. The popular “multi-cook” program, which is considered universal, is not preinstalled on all multi-cookers. But there is the possibility of steaming, many cooking modes for dumplings, soups, compotes, and fruit drinks. Some products have more exotic programs such as simmering or cooking jellied meat.

Despite the significant advantages, consumers also note the brand’s disadvantages:

1. 
   Overpriced for multifunctional models of the latest generation. According to consumers, they cook well, but do not do anything extraordinary that justifies the high cost.

2. Lack of some popular programs. There is no “yogurt” mode in any of the brand’s multicookers. At the same time, buyers note that it is not possible to prepare this popular fermented milk drink using other modes.
3. The Teflon coating is not dense enough; after a few months it becomes scratched even with careful handling. If the bowl is accidentally dropped, chips may occur. You can protect the product by using soft silicone spatulas instead of scratchy plastic spoons. It is recommended to additionally lubricate the bowl with vegetable or butter to prevent sticking.
4. For many models, the lid cannot be removed, but folds back. You can clean it with a damp sponge, making sure that liquid does not get inside the multicooker. The only way to keep the lid clean is to clean up any spills immediately after cooking, without waiting for it to dry.
5. The baked goods turn out flat and moist, without a golden brown crust. This problem is typical for all multicookers. This can be solved by first covering the bowl with baking paper and turning over the finished casserole, charlotte or cake. This way you can lightly brown the baked goods on both sides.
6. There are few recipes in the attached books; when checked, some of them turn out to be incorrect. The problem can be solved simply: there are many interesting recipes on the Internet, adapted for each Panasonic model and already tested by users.
7. It is difficult to replace a broken bowl; not all stores have the required volume. Before purchasing, you need to try on the bowl: if the height does not match, there is a risk of the lid not closing tightly.

Expert recommendations when buying a multicooker

1. The higher the power, the faster the dish will cook.
2. The service life of the ceramic bowl of budget multicookers is up to 1 year.
3. The ceramic coating has a smooth texture, while the Teflon coating has a matte texture.
4. The optimal bowl volume is 1.5-2 liters per person.
5. The more layers of coating a bowl has, the more durable it is.
6. Automatic tilting of the lid will prevent condensation from getting onto the dish.
7. For people who move frequently, compact models with a removable cord are suitable.
8. Pots with smooth walls are easier to clean from food residues.
9. The smell of plastic, untreated joints and cracks are signs of a low-quality product.

Watch the video of one of the recipes for cooking in a slow cooker

Broth in a Panasonic multicooker

Broth can be prepared in a Panasonic multicooker using various types of meat. We will look at a recipe for making chicken broth. Chicken broth is very easy to prepare in a Panasonic multicooker. You can prepare various soups based on it.

Ingredients:

• Chicken – 500 grams
• Salt to taste.

How to make chicken broth in a Panasonic multicooker?

Wash the chicken thoroughly and cut into pieces. Place the chicken in the slow cooker. Fill with water to the mark. You can use hot boiled water. This will help save energy. Salt the broth to taste.

Turn on the “Extinguishing” mode. Chicken broth is prepared in a Panasonic multicooker for 1.5 - 2 hours.

Chicken soup in a Panasonic multicooker

Using chicken broth, you can prepare wonderful chicken soup in a Panasonic multicooker. Just add potatoes, carrots and spider webs to it. Cook until done.

How to use it correctly

The nuances of using a specific model are indicated in the instructions that came with it, but there are general rules of use that apply to all models:

• The volume of products should not be more than permissible. When loading above the special mark, the contents will spill out.
• Water should be added strictly in accordance with the recipe.
• Set the temperature also in accordance with it. If it is not indicated in the recipe, you can use any of the installed programs; they indicate the average temperature and cooking time of the dish.

Cooking in a slow cooker

Steamer function in a multicooker

It will be useful for people who adhere to a healthy diet. You can use it like this:

1. Place the food on the special grill that comes with the kit.
2. Pour water into the ceramic bowl up to the indicated mark.
3. Place the grill with food inside.
4. On the dashboard, select “Steam Cooker”, if necessary, set the time, and start the multicooker.
5. After the beep sounds, you can open the lid. This must be done extremely carefully, as steam will accumulate inside during cooking, which can cause a serious burn.

Multicook function

This function allows you to set your own cooking parameters (temperature and time), but only within a set range. In addition, in some models the parameters are set in “steps”, that is, 5 or 10 units, so it is impossible to set the exact number.

Using the multicooker is easy:

1. First you need to prepare and load the food into the bowl.
2. Close them tightly with a lid.
3. Select the “Multi-cook” mode.
4. If necessary, select a cooking mode: stewing, boiling, and so on.
5. Set the temperature and time and press “Start”.

A multicooker is an excellent device that has many functions and is extremely useful in everyday life; it will make the cooking process quick, simple, and enjoyable. The main thing is to follow all operating rules.

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