Food Dehydrator_______
VEGETABLES:
Spread Vegetables in a single layer
Vegetables will vary in their drying times. Blanching decreases drying times but not all vegetables are
blanched. The average drying times below are general and depend on different vegetables. The top
cover vents can be adjusted. Keeping the vents open will allow for a faster drying time.
Food
Preparation
Asparagus
Cut into 1" pieces. Tips are best. Stems crushed after drying make an
excellent seasoning.
Artichoke
Slice hearts into 1/8" strips, boil in 3/4 cup water with 1 tablespoon
Hearts
lemon juice for 5 to 8 minutes.
Brussel
Sprouts - Cut sprouts from stalks, cut in half length- wise through stem.
Sprouts
Broccoli
Trim and cut as usual. Steam until tender – 3 to 5 minutes
Carrots
Steam until tender. Cut into slices, shreds, cubes or trips.
Cauliflower
Separate into flowerets. Place in 2 quarts of water (with 3 tablespoons
salt) for 3 minutes. Steam until tender.
Celery
Separate stalks from leaves. Cut stalks into 1/4" slices. Leaves dry first,
so remove when dry. Flake leaves after drying, for use in soups, stews,
etc.
Chives
Chop. Spread on tray
Corn
Remove husks, silk and blemishes just before steaming. Blanch cob. Cut
from cob & spread over tray. For even drying, stir kernels several times.
Cucumber
Pare and cut into 1/8" slices
Eggplant
Trim, wash and slice 1/2" to 1/4" thick. Spread on tray.
Garlic
Separate into cloves, remove outer skin. Slice, grind or process for
seasoning after drying if desired.
Green Beans
Cut into 1" pieces. Blanch by steaming until translucent. Stir beans on
tray after partial drying. For more even drying, rearrange inside beans to
the outside of the tray.
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AFTER SALES SUPPORT
Average Hrs
Drying Time
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6-9
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