There is no doubt that life has become more expensive lately. With the rising cost of electricity, a simple trick has gained popularity: using the heat produced by common appliances to cook food.
Although it may sound unusual, this technique has circulated in select circles for some time. It comes with drawbacks, yet it offers the chance to prepare meals while cleaning up afterward.
The method is straightforward: place the food in airtight glass jars. The dishwasher cycles reach temperatures near fifty degrees Celsius, enough to slowly cook certain ingredients. It is crucial to ensure jars are spotless, and the dishwasher must be completely powered off before the jars are inserted. Today three recipes are shared to try this approach.
Fish tends to respond especially well to this home appliance method, resulting in a flavorful and tender meal.
Contents
Salmon: one fillet
Lemons: 1
olive oil
Salt
Dill: 1 branch
ground black pepper
Preparation
Place the salmon in an airtight jar with a pinch of salt, pepper, dill, and a drizzle of olive oil.
Squeeze the lemon. Add as much juice as desired for taste.
Place the jar on the top rack of the dishwasher and select Eco or Bio mode.
It is a straightforward recipe, cooked in a very special way. The chicken becomes tender and remains easy to prepare.
Contents
Couscous: 1 glass
Broth: 1 cup
Chicken: half breast
Paprika: Medium
Green pepper: 1
Onion (medium)
Preparation
Cut the breast into cubes.
Sauté chicken and vegetables in a pan.
Put everything in an airtight glass jar, add the couscous and broth.
Place the jar in the dishwasher and run the next normal wash cycle.
The couscous will be loose and infused with the flavors of the chicken and vegetables.
Cooking vegetables this way is a great option. The smaller the pieces, the softer they become.
Contents
Crushed tomatoes: 1 can
Red pepper: 1
Italian green pepper: 3
Eggplant: 1
Onion: 1
Zucchini: 1
Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
Sugar
Salt
Preparation
Wash and dry the peppers, eggplants, and zucchinis, then cut them into small pieces. The younger the pepper, the milder the heat.
Peel the onion and chop it finely.
Place all vegetables in an airtight container. Add tomatoes, oil, sugar, and salt.
Give it a quick stir to mix well and seal tightly.
Put it in the dishwasher and run a standard wash cycle.
The results deliver a vibrant mix of flavors with vegetables that retain character and texture. A thoughtful cut size helps achieve the desired tenderness.