Thermomix Varoma Tips & Tricks (UK & Ireland): Steam, Stack & Succeed
- Beatriz
- Aug 12
- 4 min read
Introduction
The Varoma® is your shortcut to juicy fish and veg, fluffy grains, gentle desserts—and full multi-level meals that finish at the same time.
Below is a fast, UK-friendly summary of Cookidoo’s 7 Varoma tips, plus linked collections and recipes to try tonight on TM7/TM6.
Quick-Look: The 7 Varoma® Tips
# | Tip | What to do | Try this (open link) |
1 | Steam more than veg | You can cook rice and even cake in a heat-resistant dish that fits the Varoma and closes properly | Steamed Apple & Ginger Cake → https://cookidoo.co.uk/recipes/recipe/en-GB/r134409 |
2 | Salad spinner hack | Use the Varoma (with lid) to shake-dry washed greens | Use with any salad recipe you like |
3 | Yoghurt in Varoma | On TM6/TM7, use Fermentation to make yoghurt in jars in the Varoma | Plain Yoghurt in Varoma → https://cookidoo.co.uk/recipes/recipe/en-GB/r423445 |
4 | Layer by timings | Put longer-cooking items in the Varoma dish, quicker items on the tray for perfect doneness | See multi-level recipes below |
5 | Make more servings | Combine mixing bowl + basket + Varoma dish + tray to scale up portions | Collections below: “Great Taste on Every Level”, “All-in-one Meals” |
6 | Varoma as colander | Drain pasta or vegetables straight in the Varoma | Use with your favourite pasta/salad recipes |
7 | Line with parchment (correctly) | Line tray/dish with wet baking paper to catch juices; leave a small area uncovered so steam can circulate | Use on fish/chicken to save drippings for sauce |
Source: Cookidoo® article “7 tips and tricks for your Varoma.” cookidoo.co.uk
Varoma-Friendly Collections (open links)
Collection | Region | # Recipes | Why open it |
Great Taste On Every Level → https://cookidoo.co.uk/collection/en-gb/p/VrkChipCollection-gb-000001310228 | UK/IE | 72 | Cookbook of all-in-one (multi-level) meals using the Varoma |
All-in-one Meals (UK) → https://cookidoo.co.uk/collection/en-gb/p/VrkCollection-gb-000001148029 | UK/IE | 11 | Quick, balanced stacks—rice/veg below, protein above |
All-in-one meals (ANZ – viewable in UK) → https://cookidoo.co.uk/collection/en-gb/p/VrkCollection-au-000001165034 | ANZ/UK-viewable | 11 | Extra inspiration when you want more options |
Multi-level Cooking: Power of Steam → https://cookidoo.co.uk/foundation/en-GB/pages/power-of-steam | UK/IE | — | Editorial guide to layering bowl, basket, Varoma dish & tray |
Collection blurbs and counts from Cookidoo pages.
Recipes to Try Tonight (direct links)
Recipe | Why it’s great with Varoma | Also featured in |
Pea & Ginger Soup, Lemon Salmon with Broccoli & Potatoes → https://cookidoo.co.uk/recipes/recipe/en-GB/r150812 | Classic four-level stack: soup below, potatoes in basket, broccoli on dish, fish on tray | Great Taste On Every Level (72) |
Asian-style Chicken, Rice & Vegetables → https://cookidoo.co.uk/recipes/recipe/en-GB/r96810 | Balanced all-in-one: fluffy rice + tender veg + juicy chicken | All-in-one Meals (UK) |
Chicken with Carrot & Red Pepper Rice & Creamy Sauce → https://cookidoo.co.uk/recipes/recipe/en-gb/r83672 | Family favourite; uses Varoma for layering and timing | All-in-one Meals (UK) |
Sausage Meatballs with Butternut Squash & Potatoes → https://cookidoo.co.uk/recipes/recipe/en-GB/r83680 | Hands-off steaming for a full tray supper | All-in-one Meals (UK) |
Meatloaf filled with Spinach & Cheese → https://cookidoo.co.uk/recipes/recipe/en-GB/r150907 | Moist finish from controlled steam; make a sauce from the juices | Great Taste On Every Level |
Chicken & Spelt Salad (steam chicken, then toss) → https://cookidoo.co.uk/recipes/recipe/en-GB/r150820 | Gentle Varoma steaming keeps chicken succulent for salads | Great Taste On Every Level |
Recipe pages and “Also featured in” references verified on Cookidoo.
Pro Tips (UK & Ireland)
Goal | Do this with the Varoma | Why it helps |
Keep fish super-juicy | Line tray with damp parchment, leave vents clear | Catches drippings for a quick lemon-herb sauce |
Cook a full plate at once | Use bowl + basket + dish + tray; stack by cook-time | Everything’s ready together; less washing up |
Batch healthy sides | Steam extra veg on the Varoma levels | Fold into soups/salads during the week |
Make yoghurt & ferments | Use Fermentation mode with jars in Varoma | Set-and-forget precision for consistent results |
Tips pulled from Cookidoo Varoma guide and related editorial pages.
FAQs
Q: Can I really make cake in the Varoma?
A: Yes—use a heat-resistant dish that fits the Varoma and closes fully; try the Steamed Apple & Ginger Cake linked above.
Q: Where should I put ingredients that cook faster?
A: Place them on the Varoma tray; longer-cooking items go in the Varoma dish.
Q: Do I need to line the Varoma?
A: Optional, but great for catching juices. Wet the parchment first and leave a small area uncovered for steam circulation.
Q: Which collections are best to practise multi-level cooking?
A: Start with Great Taste On Every Level and All-in-one Meals (UK); both are designed for Varoma-based stacks.
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