A variety of kitchen appliances allows you to cook dishes that correspond to a healthy diet. In the article we will analyze the advantages and disadvantages of aerogrill, find out how the device helps housewives.
What is aerogrill
A container made of heat-resistant glass (upper and lower parts) - this is the air grill.
The capacity can range from six to 17 liters. The kit includes a cover with a diameter of 300-450 millimeters.
A lattice or baking sheet is inserted inside for products that, depending on the cooking method, can be laid out on a plate or wrapped in foil.
Air-grilled dishes
The design cover is a separate and very important element equipped with a built-in fan and heating device. Depending on the given mode, the food can be processed at a temperature of +60 to +260 degrees.
The purpose of the fan is to ensure uniform distribution of the flow of hot air. The principle of convection is involved here. Covers are usually equipped with a readable control panel.
Device functionality
The device prepares in several ways:
- Cooking.
- Quenching.
- Roasting.
- Steaming.
Hot air sandwiches, homemade barbecue and pastries can be cooked quickly in the air grill and without using oil.
The device has a function of heating cooked food for a certain (programmed) time.
Conservation lovers will appreciate the opportunity to cook jam in jars, as well as sterilize preservation.
You can cook dough and yoghurts in the air grill.
On the advantages of aerogrill, its pros and cons
With any cooking method, the food in the aerogrill does not burn and does not stick to the bottom of the bowl.
Also, the following characteristics can be attributed to the advantages of the device:
- Minimum odors when cooking.
- Reduced cooking time.
- The maximum preservation of vitamins and nutrients in ready-made dishes is for those who adhere to a healthy lifestyle.
- Safety technology for humans. No harmful radiation.
- You can cook for one person as well as for the whole family.
- Does not take up much space.
- You can cook in dishes from almost any material, including in metal and wooden containers.
- The cooking process can see and control.
This is not a complete list of the possibilities and advantages of a home assistant, which fully preserves the useful properties of the products.
Air grills also have disadvantages, such as:
- Weak steaming system - according to owners reviews.
- The glass flask is very hot, you can not contact the heated design, especially for children.
- It is difficult to wash the separation grilles.
- High power consumption.
Using the control system on the lid, you can adjust the cooking speed
Aerogrill - benefit or harm?
An electric grill is considered an environmentally friendly device in which there are no technologies harmful to humans.
According to experts, cooking in the air grill is completely harmless.
Nutritionists and culinary experts respond only positively to the device, paying particular attention to the possibility of cooking without the use of fats and vegetable oil.
Air grill dishes are suitable for allergy sufferers.
Choosing an electric grill
When buying, you need to pay attention:
- On the type of control.
- The volume of the grill.
- Type of cover fastening.
Control system
It can be of two types: mechanical principle of action or electric.
A mechanically controlled device is cheaper, but it has only one fan speed.
In electronic devices, the fan runs at several speeds with a large number of desired operating modes and time.
Volume
It is better to choose an expanded volume that can be changed. There are models in which it is provided by the manufacturer.
How to attach the lid
There are two options for sale with different cover fasteners:
- on the bracket;
- fully removable option.
Many owners advise purchasing a grill with a lid on the brackets. It is more convenient and safer.
Although the grill of the electric principle of action is not an essential tool, it is in certain demand.
The main advantages of the device are the ability to simultaneously cook several dishes without the use of fats and oils. Food prepared in this form is much healthier.
On sale there are designs with a different set of functions at different prices.
