Multifunctional electric frying pan is a cooking apparatus which does not need to use a gas or electric stove during cooking. The design own heating element is provided, sealed in the bottom of the housing.
As compared with conventional counterparts for gas or electric ovens, miracle pan possesses considerable and evident advantages:
Finally, it is convenient to use, the presence of double-sided anti-slip handles and supports It allows you to reposition the device in the space burned or mar the surface without the risk of a utensils.
Design features
Domestic consumer design features of this electrical unit known from Miracle pan distant 80s of the last century. That's when many Soviet housewife became a happy owner of such devices. Their main characteristics is the presence of embedded heating elementWhich role can perform heating element or IR transmitter. In both cases, it is hermetically sealed from the inside of the cavity intended for the food, but it provides even cooking without the risk of burning. The classification divides these types of cookware on the number of heating elements and the size of the workspace.
Grill pan
Electro executed in the embodiment is provided with a ribbed grilling worktop and is well adapted for the preparation of steaks. It can be equipped with one or two heating elements. In one embodiment, a double-sided heating element heats the bottom part of the bowl, the other product of roasting above.
Mini frying pan
The largest version of this type have a capacity of more than ten liters. They are intended for industrial use and are equipped with tipping system. Capacity of home appliances for the house varies from 3.5 liters up to the mini-size. In the latter case, the amount does not exceed one liter. Mini-size make these the best choice for frying single people or families of two people.
important characteristics
To choose a reliable and functional ware that meets the needs of the family, you must pay attention to its key features. These include:
- surface;
- the presence / absence of the thermostat;
- the shape and dimensions;
- power.
Important parameters are the material of the cup is formed, and the functional options, for example, possible to replace the grill.
Electro surface
The surface differs presence / absence of the relief, and a view of the non-stick coating. Relief of the bottom is a sure sign that the electric frying pan can replace the grill, which is intended for home use. Such devices are well with frying, sautéing and cooking, but are not intended for baking. Smooth bottom, on the other hand, is suitable for baking, including making pancakes or pizza, it allows to fry and cook food.
Apart from the features the bottom of the cup, it is recommended to pay attention to non-stick coating.
- At a cost of most budget option is Teflon, but it is too sensitive to mechanical damage.
- Its main competitor is considered to be ceramics, has a greater resistance, but significantly increases the cost of the product.
- One of the most durable and expensive is titanium, which retains a good thermal conductivity.
- Termolon, marble and granite chippings are additive to a conventional Teflon, which increase its resistance to damage, operation timing and rates, respectively.
The presence of the thermostat
Unlike the cost for this sample of medium and high-end segment is required to be equipped with temperature controls. The temperature range may vary, its extreme settings may vary from 40 to 240 ° C. Depending on the set temperature changing the operating mode:
- 40 ° C allow to warm or simmer products;
- 180 ° C is recommended for the preparation of deep-frying;
- mode of 210 ° C is suitable for baking and frying.
Before purchasing a device it is desirable to get acquainted with the possibilities of adjustment, which must be described in detail in the enclosed instructions.
The shape and size
Form factor can be of two types: rectangular and round. The first option is typically used for devices with a grill cooking function. A second recommended for baking. Diameter of cup household samples ranged from 24 to 38 cm. Dimensions 30 cm is optimal for baking, greater than said diameter are better suited for extinguishing a large family of products. You should not lose sight of the vessel bottom. For example, for quenching recommended high walls.
power units
This parameter determines the rate of heating and cooking time. It can vary from the lowest limit of 500 W to a maximum of 2400 watts. Devices with high power are prepared quickly, but require a built-in timer. These units use more convenient, they independently disconnected from the network at the scheduled time. Otherwise, the process of preparation is necessary to control the "hand."
other options
Technically minor, but significant for many housewives parameter is the material of the cup. In the production of steel alloys may be used, and aluminum, at least iron. "Winged" metal certainly lighter but less durable than steel alloy. The advantage of a cast-iron bowl is considered to be a specific effect of longing, which has a positive effect on the flavor of food.
Variety and comparison of the best representatives of the kitchen
The top most sought after models in the '18 were domestic and foreign models with an attractive combination of low cost, high reliability and broad functionality. Among them are well-known domestic consumer Electro Wonder furnace and its competitors under the brands Volga, Tefal, Bork, Galaxy.
Wonder furnace
Used for manufacturing aluminum alloy. Two heating elements, the presence of PETN in the cap allows to use it as a separate cooking utensils. When the unit is assembled, the outer side of the cover can be used as the cooking zone. The device is versatile, suitable for all kinds of cooking other than grilling. Receive up to a maximum household model 3.5 liter, wall height up to 4 cm. Of the minuses lack of temperature control and a relatively small amount of power for a maximum of displacement.
Volga
This is another long-known name, the model proposed by the domestic brands "Elektroterm 93". Electric model called Volga 1 and 2 for single-sided circuit. Capacity of 3.7 and 5.1 liters, respectively, a height of 40 mm. Both models are equipped with a regulator which allows to set a temperature in the range from 100 to 230 ° C with a tolerance of +/- 45. Thermostat effectively controls the mode of operation, when the set temperature device turns off the power in case of reducing comprises again. Power Indicators correspond containers 1000 and 1250 watts. The cons can be written outdated design.
Tefal
The famous French brand with a half-century history offers plenty of appliances for different purposes. Among them Tefal GC306012 with enhanced functionality. Due to the change of position of a special panel, the instrument can be prepared for cooking grill or barbecue use it in furnace mode. On the front control unit are located the power key and temperature adjustment handle. When the average size of the working volume of the device is high power device 2000 watts. Complete guide with a detailed description of the rules. Judging by the reviews, the device is devoid of serious shortcomings, reliability and functionality.
Bork
Functional units are produced under the Russian brand Bork formerly known as "Elektroflot". An example of a reliable unit by this name is the model Bork G600. It is a multifunctional device, made of alloy stainless steel. Useful volume is 6 liters, top covered with a glass lid. The bowl is removable for easy maintenance. 2400 Watt provides the necessary speed of preparation with a full load. Based installed panel with thermostat, which is adjusted in the range from 40 to 218 ° C. The only drawback of the high cost.
Galaxy
It presents a wide range of kitchen elektroposudy. A good example of the standard model Galaxy 2660 is GL. Case extruded from an aluminum alloy, inside resistant non-stick coating. In size it refers to the largest, is designed for a large family needs. Capacity is quite deep, not only to fry or bake, but simmer or boil. The thermostat is present, adjustable over a wide range to within 1 ° C. Power of 1700 watts is enough to quickly cook or reheat any dish.
overturn
Samples with tilting mechanism related to industrial electrical with displacement. Last greatly exceeds the capacity characteristics of domestic counterparts. Usually it is at least ten small models and several dozen large. The working surface of overall aggregates is divided into several zones, where you can cook different foods. rotation locking mechanism allows container in any position, it can be electrical or mechanical. The power in this case can be measured kW and a few tens of units. Required adjustment allows the temperature in the range from 40 to 300 ° C. An example of such a technique for catering enterprises is SESM-0.3H from Tulaorgtehnika.
Typically, the range of household devices is wide enough to choose the most appropriate model to any parameter list. In this case, price data varies from a couple of thousand rubles and less to the amounts that go beyond 10,000.