How long can you leave the buns in the steamer? Or do you HAVE to take them out after 6 mins? The same for the hot dogs can you leave them in longer?
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you put the dogs in first, after 3 minutes, put the buns in to steam for another 3 minutes. The hot dogs take 6 minutes total to cook. I've had no problems leaving the dogs and buns in the steamer, and taking them out when someone wanted one. I do turn off the heat and leave the lid on to keep the heat in. The buns stay soft, and the dogs stay warm.
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You know... at the end of the day... I use the steamer for about 20 minutes at a time. All can goods now have BPA in them and they sit in them for weeks if not months. I think the 18 mins it takes to steam salmon and veggies isn't near what it would be in can. And keep in mind that BPA isn't toxic, the complications come from the fact that it mimics estrogen. I'm happy with my steamer, because it has really turned me on to steaming... will I move to stainless steel... more than likely, but this little bugger is a great starting point.
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Veggies mainly, so they don't get waterlogged with steaming. I steam fish sometimes and set the plate right inside the steamer. Gyoza and Shumai dumplings do well for a super quick side or lunch. Steaming seems easier to control. Also steaming takes less time to get to cooking temperature than boiling a pot of water. Another method I use is to par cook something like chicken with uneven pieces that might burn on the grill, to give it a head start before grilling.
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I use a half a hot dog... the bun length kind (they aren't too long for us, although I note another user complained that they were too long. I prefer that size in half for this machine, actually.) Or the shorter kind in half of course fit, or little breakfast sausages placed in a pancake mix also work well. I just measured, though, and there are 3.8" total in the longest part of the machine, but obviously if you cut the dogs to that size, they wouldn't fit because it curves around the edges and you also need room for the batter to surround the dog.
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Hi Nancy, I'm Joe. Believe it or not we have 2 of these and they're very good for almost anything. For steaming veggies, I put about 2 inches of water, and place a large colander over the pan, put whatever veggies in it, cover with lid and let the steam do its job. I also use it to steam hamburger or hot dog buns. We've had these about 2 years now. What I would suggest is that every time you take get ready to use it put 2 or 3 drops olive oil, swish it around with a paper towel. This will help keep pans non-stick properties. Be sure to keep an eye on the water level. Hope this helps, Joe
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The last bun in the middle would be funky. Make the whole recipe and freeze the rest. As a side note, it has been our experience that home made bread lasts longer. Cool it as normal and store it in your fridge.
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Airen, you have to take them out of the freezer for a few minutes before you plan to eat them. We put ours in a cup of warm water for about 5-10 minutes. It will then be melted just enough to slip it out of the casing.
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I have put the buns opened on the slots on the lid. Only 2 will fit, it warms them, but not like steamed buns. To me it's not worth the mess with the crumbs and all, but as for the unit itself, we own 2, my husband can't live without them.
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I steamed mine... took about an hour or so to get the major ones out. Left it hanging over a weekend and it looks great!
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The timer on the machine is up to five minutes. I cook mine for six minutes. 3 minutes nd I turn them some and put back on for 3 minutes. They re perfect for me. It really depends on how you like them.
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I do not. I cook them and once the timer goes off leave them set for 2 to 5 min in the machine still covered. Come out perfect.
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Your own buns if you sit on it. Hope that helps you out. Love hot dogs,how about you?
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The steam time depends on the item and the voltage if your microwave. I do broccoli in 3min. And fish 10 or until opaque...
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Thanks for the replies. Haven't had good results freezing store bought hot dog buns but hopefully these will keep better. I had the same thought about using foil. Haven't used the pan yet but may try a half recipe after the first one, that fifth one can always go to the birds, lol.
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I put them in cold water, bring to a boil, then turn down (half-heat) for 20-25 minutes. You can also start them at night in crockpot on low and they will be hot and ready in the morning.
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No, Not long at all. I've never timed them, but certainly no longer than 2 minutes. The quick heat up is my favorite feature.
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I put mine in microwave with steamer for six minutes. Comes out very nice !