Oven called "roster" - is a compact device that will let you use the oven in a small kitchen conditions. Roasters are often used in public catering enterprises. This device is very common in the West in small apartments, whose owners do not want to limit myself in cooking methods.
Roster in your kitchen will be much more useful than the electrical grill, microwave, oven and hob together. After all, this device (its most advanced models) combines the functions of all these devices. At the same time it remains compact enough. If the microwave oven, electric stove and other appliances will require a minimum of 2-3 square meters for kitchen placing (2-4 worktop section), the roaster 1 to 3 occupies an area of no more than one full-size oven. A roaster for sandwiches or mini roaster (most compact model) and all placed in a space intended for microwave ovens.
Other advantages of the appliance.
multifunctionality
The most popular models - 3 in 1, there is a more "advanced" options. However, it is important to understand that not all the roasters are equipped with functions of several similar devices. Cheap and very compact variation mainly act as an oven for sandwiches, and can not replace all the kitchen appliances at once.
density
If you purchase an inexpensive model, it takes only a small niche for the microwave. Variants of "3 in 1", of course, more voluminous. But they also save space due to the fact that combine multiple units.
low price
You can buy a decent model for the price of 1500-2000 rubles from the grill function of the oven, heated and retractable tray for collecting crumbs. And from such worthy manufacturers of household appliances, such as Panasonic.
Mobility
Roster - the perfect accessory for a picnic, if there is a pair of batteries to power the unit or for holiday get-togethers. Its weight allows it to be transported in conditions even public transport, as dimensions (mostly devices differ in size 26 by 30 by 40 mm). We are talking about medium-sized variations. Large units are designed for stationary use.
Security
Unlike the open grill, which is often used during a country picnic roaster does not require the use of coal, an open fire. Heat from it retained only in the inner cavity and does not extend beyond the box (like a microwave oven). Therefore, it is the device is safe, even if the children are in the apartment (country house), animals. When using such a device is much lower than the risk of fire - it is almost reduced to a minimum.
modern equipment
Manufacturers roasters, despite the relatively modest price of devices, try to supplement them with additional amenities. It roasters have often found the crumb tray, spit for cooking grilled chicken, and so on. N. additional details. And they are already included in your package. When buying of ovens is less common.
Reducing energy consumption
In appliance, depending on the material of the heating element power from 2,000 watts to 10,500 watts. But the maximum limit of roasters - 2000 watts. Consequently, energy consumption is reduced, and can save on bills.
Ease of preparation
Due to the large number of functions and user-friendly extras, cook in the roster easier than in the oven. This device is good for teaching children and adolescents the basics of cooking. It is suitable if you have no time to pay attention to cooking, but I want to eat varied and tasty.
"Oven Sandwich" as it is popularly called, has some disadvantages.
volume
Basic - a small amount of internal ducts. The most common indicator - 3 liters. This medium-sized instrument is difficult to prepare a full meal. Even if only to prepare toasts, the 3-liter unit will fit only two pieces, as well as in the toaster. If you need more space for cooking, you can buy a roaster with a capacity of 3 liters, but it will cost more.
Prevalence
Another problem roasters - low prevalence in the Russian market. In connection with this feature of the device is more difficult to repair and buy. The easiest way to buy roasters through online stores, and repair at an authorized service center.
Functionality electrical appliance
The list of functions of the device depends on the model. Below are all the possible functions of the roster. But the model that will integrate all of the above, are hard to find.
Heating
Function, which possess all the stove - heating. Inside the device, you can quickly defrost or reheat any dish that will fit in the tray or on the grill. It can be frozen pizza, meat lasagna. The Western models roasters have special trays for each type of food - and a high lasagna, and a flat and a round pizza.
preparation
Next on the popularity of the device function - cooking, similar to baking in the oven. Inside the box there are several heating elements. Minimum number - 2, top and bottom. If you turn on the top item, will use the grill function. And when the right and the top and bottom of the system will even heating and baking dish in the oven.
Convection
Mini convection oven. Convection - even and rapid heat distribution over the oven. Now this opportunity is found in the ovens and roasters throughout. Convection include buns before baking dishes, bread, because it allows you to heat the duct wall and evenly baking itself - it is very important for baking. convection is often used to heat the dough just before baking. Uniform heating allows you to make it better, smooth and delicious.
Grill
grill function in almost every roster, but in some devices they appear primitive lattice with overhead heating element, and in others - a skewer. Optimal option where the skewer can be removed and replaced by bars. Then it will be possible to cook and grilled chicken and shawarma and chicken wings and lamb chops.
boost
The most recent models come with a boost. Boost - it's almost instantaneous heating. Due to the plurality of heating elements and convection it is achieved in a few minutes. Devices with this feature consumes more energy, but allow warm meal faster than in the microwave, and cook culinary masterpiece before the oven.
User's manual
Instructions for use:
- Roaster plugs into a standard electrical circuit through the outlet. It is desirable to install the kitchen, as well as other electrical appliances to avoid violating sanitary standards. When using the device the room can be filled with the smell of warmed up food, and this is another argument, why it is necessary to place it on the roster of the kitchen - it is desirable to close was a hood with fast acquisition function air.
- As a microwave oven, roaster must be periodically cleaned and ventilated to exclude the odors and the formation of fatty plaque.
- Small ovens work almost as well as microwave devices. Dish without food film and the plastic container (except for those containers which are transferred heat) is placed inside the duct to the sump.
- That food is stuck, it is desirable to put the paper for baking or pre-greased baking tray with oil.
- A timer is set right time - from small appliances is 1-15 minutes at large - up to 120 minutes. Close temperature control is adjusted (65 to 220 degrees).
- If the device is equipped with additional features, you can turn on the boost, convection.
- After the allotted time the expiration roaster will beep and automatically shuts down. Operation is easier than in the oven.
Criterias of choice
When buying a roster need to decide in advance what functions you need. It is necessary to pay attention to the basic characteristics of the device:
Power
The higher the power - the better and the faster heating ready meals, but at the same time and more will have to pay for the light.
Volume. Minimum - 3 liters, maximum - more than 20 liters. If you want only to warm toast, fit and 3-liter unit. If the kitchen space allows, it is better to take the larger version - it has more features.
Functional
Ideal - "3 in 1", with the purchase of this product can be dispensed from the other heating kitchen appliances.
Cost. Low cost options will suit those who are not pretentious in terms of food. If you are picky and want to fully prepare, have to spend more than 10 thousand.
Material
Not basic. The inner part of the box can be made of steel (stainless), bioceramics, enamels. Details of operation are not changed depending on the material. Varies only price.
Ranking of the best models in 2018
The most popular models - a compact roasters with broad functionality. Below is a ranking roasters 2018 (3 most popular model):
Ricci TO-28CRKSL
Volume - 28 liters, power - 1500 watts. Smaller than the oven. Guaranteed more than a year. It runs quietly, quieter than the oven or microwave oven, is equipped with a grill function, convection heating. There is a timer to 60 minutes, 4 heating elements.
Mini roster Smile RS 3631 3 in 1
This compact version, where you can cook waffles, sweet pastries, donuts. The roster looks like a sandwich. Inside - different forms that can be filled with the dough to create a batch. can be purchased form and cook also grilled chicken and other dishes if desired.
Panasonic NT-GT1WTQ
Decent compact model to create the meat on the grill and preheat for sandwiches. Capacity of 3 liters, but the weight and small - you can take the device to the cottage. There are three periods of preparation and crumb tray collection.
Roasters are starting to gain popularity in Russia and will soon be on a par with the microwave. The main advantages of equipment - the ability to quickly and easily cook a variety of dishes. Everyone who does not like to spend a lot of time to cook, but want to eat healthy and varied, it is worth paying attention to the roasters.
