How to choose the best electric grill: some simple tips. Photos of the most popular models
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Electric grill - compact kitchen appliance, equipped with heating elements.
The main purpose of the device is cooking.
Modern models of electric grills are designed not only for frying And baking, but also for extinguishing, defrosting and heating food.
Electric grills are used for cooking meat, fish, seafood, vegetables and pasta, burgers and scrambled eggs.
Functions and design features of the electric grill
Electric grills from different manufacturers differ power, body structure, dimensions, capacity and all possible options.
Grill equipped with heat regulator, allows you to optimize the temperature regime for each dish. Some models of electric grills have a body equipped with a handle for easy movement and safe lifting of the lid during cooking.
Power electric grill - the main characteristic that determines speed cooking. The indicator varies among different models from 0.7 kW to 22 kW.
Attention! Electric grills with increased power will cope with cooking food faster, but also electricity costs will be not small.
Material and features of the case — is an equally important characteristic on which it depends durability And ease of use devices. Modern devices are produced in plastic and metal (stainless steel) cases. Plastic devices are inexpensive, but they wear out faster. Grills with a metal case and non-stick coating are durable and strong.
Attention! If your budget is limited, the best option would be a device with a housing made of plastic, nose heat-resistant coating.
What characteristics are important when choosing a stove
The dimensions, shape and weight of the device must be taken into account when choosing a suitable model. For small families (2-3 people) and small kitchens, a compact double-sided electric grill (grill press) with a work surface is ideal about 200 sq. cm and modest dimensions. For a large family a device with a working surface area is required not less than 500 cm2.
The weight of the device determines its mobility and the ability to move it around the kitchen and beyond.
If the device is planned to be used outside the home (at the dacha), a model with a weight within the range will be suitable 3-7 kg. High capacity grills reach 11 kg and more.
The choice of the shape of the electric grill depends on personal preferences - square The devices are in high demand due to their versatility and ergonomics.
Electric grill ovens are convenient and practical to use skewer or carousel type - they resemble a small rectangular stove with a glass door.
Maximum load determines the number of servings of food that the appliance can cook at one time. If it is purchased for home use, the optimal load is in 3-4 servings (up to 1 kg). Spacious electric grills (from 2-4 kg and above) — a suitable option for catering.
Additional accessories and barbecue function
Additional functions simplify the operation process. Among them useful options include:
- Opportunity height adjustment of the lid. Allows you to cook food in a variety of variations without touching the top panel.
- Grease drains. They make the process of cleaning the device simple and the food dietary.
- Timer. Allows you to set the optimal time interval.
- Visual indicator on the panel. Indicates that the desired temperature has been reached.
- Function "delayed start". Allows the device to turn on at a specified time.
- Possibility of using the device in the role B-B-Q.
Popular models for cooking meat, burgers, vegetables. Photo
Electric grill Tefal GC 205012 is in demand due to the combination of French quality, versatility and low cost (from 5 thousand rubles). The model is valued for its optimal power in 1600 W, Possibility of using it as a barbecue grill, with removable plates.
Photo 1. Electric grill by Tefal, model GC 205012, material - aluminum, has a non-stick coating.
Electric grills of German brand Steba have earned high marks from consumers. The model is especially popular FG 95 thanks to the presence 5 programs cooking, spacious work surface with low weight in 5.5 kgThe model also provides a lot of useful functions: timer, automatic shutdown, special compartment for storing removable plates.
Photo 2. Electric grill Steba FG 95, heat-insulated metal body, non-stick coating.
Electric grills Polaris are distinguished by their ease of control and budget prices. The model is in high demand PGP 0702. Buyers choose it because of its user-friendly interface, compactness and low cost (from 4 thousand rubles). The advantage of the device is its high power (2 thousand W), allowing you to cook steaks, burgers and toasts with high quality.
Photo 3. Electric grill Polaris, model PGP 0702, mechanical control, power - 2 thousand W.
Useful video
Check out this video that talks about the different types of electric grills, their advantages and disadvantages.
Advantages of electric grills
Electric grills have a lot of advantages, including the ability to cook different and healthy food. fat freeOther advantages of the devices (closed type models) include: absence of foreign odors during the cooking process.
