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IKEA Turkey-Sized Meatball Cooking Instructions
A complete cooking guide for the IKEA Turkey-Sized Meatball. Includes essential thawing instructions, oven temperature settings, core temperature requirements for food safety, and serving suggestions.
Quick answers from the manual
Quick answer
- To cook the Turkey-Sized Meatball, thaw for 48 hours, roast at 160°C-150°C, and ensure the core temperature reaches 75°C (UK & ROI) or 82°C (Scotland) for at least 30 seconds. p. 3
Key actions
- Thaw the meatball p. 3
- Check core temperature p. 3
First start
- Thawing process p. 3
Problems and fixes
Core temperature not reached
Pop it back in the oven and cook until it reaches the required temperature.
p. 3Technical specifications
| Parameter | Value | Meaning | Pages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core Temp (UK & ROI) | 75°C | Required internal temperature | p. 3 |
| Core Temp (Scotland) | 82°C | Required internal temperature | p. 3 |
Where to find it in the PDF
- Contents p. 2
- Cooking Instructions p. 3
- Nutritional Guidelines p. 4
Table of contents
Quick Guide
The Turkey-Sized Meatball requires careful preparation to ensure it is cooked safely. Key requirements include a 48-hour thawing period, roasting at 160°C-150°C, and verifying the core temperature with a meat thermometer before serving.
What's in the bag
- Meat thermometer
- Foil
- Roasting dish
- Lingonberry jam
- 3 x Sachets of cream sauce
- 2 x Bags of mashed potatoes
- Turkey-sized meatball
Cooking Instructions
- The Great Thaw: Remove the meatball from the freezer and defrost for 48 hours. Once fully defrosted, cook within 24 hours. Do not refreeze.
- Pre Heat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 160°C-150°C (fan/gas mark 2). Place a litre of water in an oven tray on the bottom shelf. Remove the meatball from packaging, rub with oil, wrap in tinfoil, and place on the provided baking tray.
- The Epic Roast: Place the meatball in the oven on a shelf above the water tray. Top up the water in the bottom tray if necessary during cooking to maintain moisture.
- Checkup: At the 5-hour mark, use a meat thermometer to check the core temperature. It must reach 75°C (UK & ROI) or 82°C (Scotland) and hold this temperature for at least 30 seconds. If not reached, return to the oven.
- Rest & Relax: Turn off the oven and let the meatball rest for 15 minutes. Use this time to prepare the cream sauce and mashed potatoes.
- The Grand Unveiling: Carefully remove the meatball from the tray and remove the foil, being cautious of steam. Serve with the included sides.
Important Notes
Never reheat your Turkey-Sized Meatball. It is recommended to consume it fresh. Leftovers should be handled according to food safety guidelines for cold consumption.
Nutritional Guidelines
The product contains Beef Mince (51%), Pork Belly (34%), Onions, Breadcrumbs (Wheat flour, salt, yeast, enzyme, Soy oil), Milk, Egg, Salt, Black Pepper, Onion Powder, and anti-caking agent (calcium stearate).
Manufacturer information
IKEA
Practical help
Common problems
Meatball not fully cooked
Check the core temperature with a probe. It must reach 75°C (UK & ROI) or 82°C (Scotland) for at least 30 seconds.
Handling leftovers
Do not reheat the meatball. It is intended to be eaten fresh or cold.
Before use
- Thaw the meatball for 48 hours
- Preheat oven to 160°C-150°C
- Prepare 1 litre of water for the bottom oven tray
- Have a meat thermometer ready
- Remove plastic packaging and rub meatball with oil
Specs in practice
- Core Temperature (UK & ROI)
- 75°C is the required internal temperature for food safety.
- Core Temperature (Scotland)
- 82°C is the required internal temperature for food safety.
- Oven Temperature
- 160°C-150°C (fan/gas mark 2) is the recommended cooking range.
Images and diagrams
- The manual provides a 7-step visual guide illustrating the process from thawing to serving.
Model compatibility
- Cooking times and temperatures are specific to the Turkey-Sized Meatball product.
Manual page author
Michael Turner
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