Can you brown meat with it?
802775
Absolutely. I bought this torch for finishing or searing sous vide cooking. It works great for me. I also use it on other things now as well. You may want something with more power if you're finishing a wet roast or something along those lines... For steaks or similar cuts of meat this torch is perfect. IMHO.
802776
I don't think that would be a good idea. If you want to brown meat, get a good sear in a sauté pan on very high heat.
1867937
it's an excellent roaster but no it will not brown the turkey however I suppose you could cook it part way and then transfer into the oven for the last little bit to brown
1784174
No, the instruction manual says, "Meats can be precooked, browned or grilled to get rid of as much fat as possible."Some of Emeril's recipes that come with the slow cooker calls for you to brown/sear meat in a skillet before putting in the slow cooker. Also things like sauteing onions and garlic before hand.
1752259
Absolutely. I always brown meat before braising at pressure, and it gets a nice crust.
1784177
I totally love this slow cooker, but have not tried to brown meat in it. I always brown it first then cook it in this cooker. But I use it 3x per week and love it!!
1752261
Yes. I use it to brown meat even when I'm not pressure cooking. I like it because it doesn't spatter all over.
1784173
Paula, I watched a cooking show last year. The cook said you do not need to brown roasts before putting in the slow cooker. You are cooking out some of the juices that would add to the flavor. I buy a leaner cut of meat so there is not to much fat. The roasts come out brown anyway and really tender. I do cook ground beef or sausage before putting in the cooker.
1858076
Absolutely! For uncooked food, I sometimes spray a light coat of Olive oil. The food comes out golden brown.
1504658
I do not use my stovetop pressure cooker to brown meat. I prefer using my cast iron pan to brown meat for pressure cooker recipes. Nevertheless, you could use the cooker to brown meat. I rather not.
2035455
You actually can, but I find that adding a touch (tea or tablespoon) of olive, rice bran or canola oil to this pan never hurts, especially when you want some carmelization, sheen and moisture of your cooked products (like onions, omelets, frozen potstickers, or whatever). Just be careful NOT to cook high heat items like a thick steak on non-stick surfaces- it won't come out as well as cooking over a grill or cast iron, and some discoloration will be left on some of the non-stick surface that may not come off; plus non-stick surfaced pans supposedly give off traces of carcinogens, when subject to very high heat. Good luck. You actually can, but I find that adding a touch (tea or tablespoon) of olive, rice bran or canola oil to this pan never hurts, especially when you want some carmelization, sheen and moisture of your cooked products (like onions, omelets, frozen potstickers, or whatever). Just be careful NOT to cook high heat items like a thick steak on non-stick surfaces- it won't come out as well as cooking over a grill or cast iron, and some discoloration will be left on some of the non-stick surface that may not come off; plus non-stick surfaced pans supposedly give off traces of carcinogens, when... » Read More You actually can, but I find that adding a touch (tea or tablespoon) of olive, rice bran or canola oil to this pan never hurts, especially when you want some carmelization, sheen and moisture of your cooked products (like onions, omelets, frozen potstickers, or whatever). Just be careful NOT to cook high heat items like a thick steak on non-stick surfaces- it won't come out as well as cooking over a grill or cast iron, and some discoloration will be left on some of the non-stick surface that may not come off; plus non-stick surfaced pans supposedly give off traces of carcinogens, when subject to very high heat. Good luck. « Show Less
1785155
Yes. I prefer to brown it in a pan first just because it is a bit awkward to reach in the pot. I can brown more at a time in a skillet. I also like to run the fan/vent over the stove when browning.
435618
Yes you can, I make mine out of a marinate. I don't like the dry rubs as well
1238218
Yes you can, I've used mine for cooking bulk sausage into pattys and I've also cooked eggs in it.
2255767
I'm not sure if it browns the meat as it bakes, but I use it to cook ribs and they always come out juicy and delicious.As for baking other things, I've used it to bake biscuits and they turned out well.
1162731
Not sure what "searing meat" is - I wouldn't brown hamburger on it, as it would spread out too much. If you mean browning it before cooking in the oven, yes, I would think you could do that.
1323805
I have only used it with traditional style. What I do is keep the meat frozen a little so it will slice thin.
1462004
sure, you can. I preheat the pot on medium heat and cook meat for a few minutes with the cover off to brown.