Multivarka - the pros and cons

Multivark has become almost the most popular device of the new generation. This device included in its production lines the world's leading trade marks. Already created a whole cookbook with recipes specifically for the multivariate. So, what is the reason for this popularity and what are the advantages and disadvantages of multivars noted by users.

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Advantages of multivariate

Among the most significant criteria, the following are most often mentioned:

  • possibility of cooking a variety of dishes: from soups to cakes and yogurt;
  • space saving due to the fact that one bowl is also a pan, and a frying pan, and a saucepan;
  • multifunction device: replaces the steamer, aerogrill, fryer, yogurt maid;
  • minimal control over the cooking process( automatic deactivation, delayed start);
  • built-in modes, allowing you to prepare healthy food and dishes of dietary cuisine;
  • different volume of bowls, which allows you to choose the best option for each family;
  • possibility of use in places of rest and temporary stay( for example, in boarding houses, sanatoria, hospitals, etc.).This aspect is especially relevant for people who observe a strict diet regime, and families with young children;
  • simplicity of operation, which allows you to use the multivariate for people who do not know the technology of cooking.

Disadvantages of the

multivariate Despite a number of significant advantages, there are several important nuances in using this device: the

  • cooking process takes longer than, for example, a gas stove;
  • the bowl of the appliance requires a very careful handling( if its cover is damaged it will be necessary to replace it, which is not possible for all models);
  • electricity consumption;
  • need to use special kitchen accessories: spoons, spatulas;
  • not all parts of the appliance can be washed in the dishwasher;
  • possible overheating of products( especially relevant for sour-milk products);
  • device is quite voluminous, which requires allocation of additional space in the kitchen;
  • menu of the instrument in English( on some models);
  • sensitivity to voltage drops in the network( which can lead to program crashes and breakdowns);
  • the need to use recipes specifically for multivarieties: they usually differ in the specific proportions of the products and in a number of cooking features( for example, the curd casserole should be left in a closed multivark for an hour after the baking program is completed).
  • high price for multifunction models.

In addition to the above factors, a number of users note this drawback: since the multivark uses the same bowl to prepare a wide variety of dishes, there can be a smell that worsens the taste of the prepared dish( especially it is difficult to get rid of after cooking fish and seafood).

To solve this problem, you can thoroughly clean all parts of the multivark( in particular, the gum on the lid) after each use. You can also buy several bowls for cooking individual foods.

Multivark is a device that not everyone will appreciate. Mistresses, accustomed to complex multicomponent recipes, are unlikely to be interested in it. It makes sense to pay attention to the multivariate to people who care about preserving nutritional properties in food, while trying to spend in the kitchen a minimum of time.