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Meat Defrosting time Method Standing time
Beef/lamb/ 16-18 mins. Place in a suitable dish or on an upturned 60 mins.
Pork joint 450g (1lb) saucer or use a rack. Turn 3-4 times. Shield.
Minced beef 12 mins. Place in a suitable dish. 15 mins.
450g (1lb) Break up and turn 3-4 times.
Chops 10-12 mins. Place in a suitable dish in a single layer. 15 mins.
450g (1lb) Turn twice. Shield if necessary.
Sausages 12 mins. Place in a suitable dish in a single layer. 15 mins.
450g (1lb) Turn twice. Shield if necessary.
Bacon rashers 6-8 mins. Place in a suitable dish in a single layer. 10 mins.
450g (1lb) Turn twice. Shield if necessary.
Stewing steak 12 mins. Place in a suitable dish. 15 mins.
450g (1lb) Break up frequently.
Whole chicken 13-15 mins. Place in a suitable dish on an upturned saucer 60 mins.
450g (1lb) or use a rack. Turn 3-4 times. Shield.
Chicken portions 10-12 mins. Place in a suitable dish in a single layer. 30 mins.
450g (1lb) Turn twice. Shield if necessary.
Defrosting foods using defrost power & time
The times given below are a guideline only. Always check the progress of the food by opening the oven door and then
re-starting. For larger quantities adjust times accordingly. Food should not be covered during defrosting.
