Both the steamer and aerogrill are considered to be permanent helpers in the kitchen. These devices are very compact, they are easy to use and mobile. But here to choose what is better - a steamer or aerogrill is difficult from the point of view that two of these devices differ in their functions and perform different tasks. Let's compare the principles of work and features.
The main difference between these modern assistants is in principle work and design.
Principle of operation
Steamer
There is a basic capacity in the device where water is poured. In this container, the water heats up, releases steam, which produces the thermal treatment of each product.
Aerogrill
The element that heats the air is at the top of the device. Hot air flows circulate around the perimeter of the bowl, processing products
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The volume of the bowl
The
steamer The model can have two or three baskets of different volume and in total give 8-16 liters of useful space
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Aerogrill
Complete as a rule, one glass bowl, which can have a volume of up to 20 liters. Some models have an additional ring that will increase the usable volume of
. The ability to prepare several dishes at the same time.
Steamer
. With this task, such an assistant will cope perfectly. Due to the presence of several baskets, it is possible to cook garnish, meat, fish at the same time, and the smells will not mix.
Aerogrill
It will be difficult to cook several dishes, since the bowl is only for one dish. If the bowl has a large volume, you can simultaneously cook, for example, roast in pots and potatoes, placing several pots in one bowl.
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| Parameters | Steamer | Aerogrill |
|---|---|---|
| What appliances can replace | Conventional saucepan, oven, microwave( if you need to unfreeze the product) | Oven, microwave, grill |
| What appliances can not replace | Frying pan,aerogril | Steamer, a usual saucepan |
As you can see, the operation of the device is strikingly different. And, most importantly, they will not be able to completely replace each other. Modern aerogrills can prepare dishes for a couple, but the quality and rich taste of the products will differ from those cooked in a double boiler. With regard to the number of cooked products - each device will be able to feed a family of 5 people.
What each device can prepare
Let's look at one more basic difference of a steamer from an aerogrile - "flavoring".The steamer is known for preparing extremely useful dishes, preserving all the natural taste and vitamin properties of the product. But aerogrill more suitable for those who are fans of dishes on the grill, fried and smoked products.
| Parameters | Steamer | Steamer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dishes | Dishes Cook rice, porridge, eggs Cook fish and meat Wash vegetables Weld manti Prepare omelet | Fire meat and fish Cook porridge Fry vegetables Prepare any dish in a pot Prepare smoked dish | |
| Additional functions | Defrost food Children disinfectbottles Preheat cutlets, meat, vegetables | Defrost products Preheat dish Dry fruits and vegetables Sterilize jars and bottles Prepare baking | |
| Control method | Depending on the equipment model may have a mechanical or touch | control panel may have a mechanical sensor and the control panel |
Both devices are good in that they can cook food without an abundance of fat and oil. Also, devices will have in their arsenal a certain number of cooking programs, as a rule, aerogrill will have more such programs. If you want to buy a kitchen appliance that will replace the traditional oven and microwave - pay attention to aerogrill.
This device can not just boil a product, but also prepare a fried or smoked dish, bake a pie, dry fruit and stew various foods. Let's just say, if you need a multifunctional kitchen assistant - aerogrill will be able to become one.
The steamer will ideally cook any product for a couple, retaining its appearance and taste, and in this respect, the aerogril is inferior to it. The steamer is suitable for those who appreciate the naturalness of the product and the ease of cooking.
