Christmas Tree 4725 Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 I've no problem with fresh microwave vegetables personally. Had some broccoli in a bag from M&S today, individual portion, steam it in the microwave, lightly season, delicious. No mess and absolutely healthy, can't see why anyone would avoid it personally (except Gemmill because he doesn't even have a microwave). However....... Five minutes, what the fuck? That would just create mush. One minute full power is all that's needed. Tis what the instructions say ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigWalrus 0 Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 However....... Five minutes, what the fuck? That would just create mush. One minute full power is all that's needed. If he likes it mushy though, that's his choice. I personally like it a bit more firm, but I know a few people who like it well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christmas Tree 4725 Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 Isn't a 'special bag', just a bag. Not if its special http://your.asda.com/fresh-fish-and-seafood/we-ve-made-our-fish-made-simple-range-even-better-in-store-now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigWalrus 0 Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 CT you never ever cook fish in a microwave, it doesn't cook it at a high enough temperature. It still can have bacteria left in the fish. It'll be perfectly safe if it's done in a bag, as the steam keeps the temperature even. Cooking it without the bag would be risky though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christmas Tree 4725 Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 If he likes it mushy though, that's his choice. I personally like it a bit more firm, but I know a few people who like it well done. Choice doesnt really come into it. Just followed the instructions?? Same timings on the ones from Sainsburys as well. Maybe its cos they have big carrots in. Anyway, however you like your consistency, its a nice quick way of getting your 5 a day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christmas Tree 4725 Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 In fact Asda have just won awards for their fish in a bag offering... http://www.retail-week.com/home/oracle-retail-week-awards-asda-nets-innovation-prize-for-fish-made-simple/5047265.article Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meenzer 15531 Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 In fact Asda have just won awards for their fish in a bag offering... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renton 21627 Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 Tis what the instructions say ??? Weird, the instructions on mine say one minute (1 min 10 secs for a less powerful microwave). Perfectly steamed veg. Even the frozen ones I sometimes resort to (yes tooj!) never take longer than 2 mins 30. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christmas Tree 4725 Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 Weird, the instructions on mine say one minute (1 min 10 secs for a less powerful microwave). Perfectly steamed veg. Even the frozen ones I sometimes resort to (yes tooj!) never take longer than 2 mins 30. These are mine, with cooking instructions. http://groceries.asda.com/asda-webstore/landing/home.shtml?cmpid=ahc-_-ghs-d1-_-asdacom-dsk-_-hp#/product/910000829724 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christmas Tree 4725 Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 Weird, the instructions on mine say one minute (1 min 10 secs for a less powerful microwave). Perfectly steamed veg. Even the frozen ones I sometimes resort to (yes tooj!) never take longer than 2 mins 30. Markys say 5 minutes as well..... Do you feel okay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desmondTUTU 0 Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 microwaved salmon ffs. Starting to think CT could be J. Kinnear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meenzer 15531 Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 Weird, the instructions on mine say one minute (1 min 10 secs for a less powerful microwave). Perfectly steamed veg. Even the frozen ones I sometimes resort to (yes tooj!) never take longer than 2 mins 30. Depends on the veg. Broad beans tend to need a good 5 minutes with a stir in the middle. I can't believe I'm actually having this conversation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkeys Fist 42449 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I do a lot of my greens in the micro. Broccoli, green beans etc. 2-4 mins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooj 17 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Depends on the veg. Broad beans tend to need a good 5 minutes with a stir in the middle. I can't believe I'm actually having this conversation. Broad beans man, the vegetable of kings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemmill 44883 Posted January 30, 2014 Author Share Posted January 30, 2014 (edited) So says the King of Vegetables. I don't even have a microwave in the house. (Roomba told me to get rid of it.) Edited January 30, 2014 by Gemmill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkeys Fist 42449 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Terrible thing, jealousy. You'll come home one day soon to find your Raspberry Pi smashed into a thousand pieces, whilst little Roomba just sits in the corner, watching, silently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemmill 44883 Posted January 30, 2014 Author Share Posted January 30, 2014 Magnets only. And mobile phones, I think. The microwave thing is a myth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renton 21627 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Depends on the veg. Broad beans tend to need a good 5 minutes with a stir in the middle. I can't believe I'm actually having this conversation. Well CT mentioned broccoli, 5 mins is insane. And neither can I. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christmas Tree 4725 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Microwaved Fish again today. Trout, very nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brock Manson 0 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 You're supposed to take the skewer out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkeys Fist 42449 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 CT on his way to A & E. Unexpected day off tomorrow , so a chicken and lentil Tagine is getting some slow oven time, and I'm going on a soup frenzy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemmill 44883 Posted January 30, 2014 Author Share Posted January 30, 2014 You fully mended and back working now, Fister? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkeys Fist 42449 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Aye, back at it. I was absolutely paggered the first week back, but getting back to normal. Losing some excess timber is helping too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christmas Tree 4725 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 You're supposed to take the skewer out. I thought it looked classy (for the pic) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christmas Tree 4725 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Aye, back at it. I was absolutely paggered the first week back, but getting back to normal. Losing some excess timber is helping too Glad to hear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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