How to choose an electric grill?

First you need to decide on the optimal type of equipment for your needs. To do this, consider the types of electric grills and existing modifications:

1. Open, closed type, universal - differ in the type of work surface. In the first case, the platform is under the infrared heating component. Closed electric grills are made in the form of a press, and the cooking process resembles working with an oven. Universal can be either open or closed, which allows you to choose the most convenient way of cooking;
2. Contact and non-contact devices - characterized in that in one case the ingredients are in contact with the heating element, and in the other not;
3. Portable as well as stationary - are classified by size and weight. Mobile devices provide for the possibility of transportation. Large models are used in everyday life.

If you do not know which electric grill to choose for your home, also note that the work surface can be represented by glass ceramics, metal or cast-iron grilles. Naturally, one should build on financial opportunities here. But, judging by the feedback from users, it is important that the device must be equipped with a high-quality non-stick coating. At the same time, the most reliable and durable electric grills are made of stainless steel. The case can be made of plastic or stainless steel. The weight, price and operational life of the device depend on the specified parameter. If you decide to purchase a budget model, make sure that the plastic is of high quality, does not produce an unpleasant odor.

The functionality of this technique is still underestimated by many users. It’s a pity, so first we’ll talk about what you can cook on electric grill:

• delicious steak;
• fried fish;
• stew;
• bread toasts;
• pancakes, puff pastry;
• vegetable grill;
• French fries;
• hot sandwiches;
• flavored pizza.

This list is not final. We have given only a number of dishes that can be made with a golden crust and excellent in taste. This is achieved through the removal of fat and a high heating temperature. Therefore, when choosing an electric grill for domestic use, pay attention to the power and quality of the structure. However, let's deal with all the parameters in turn.

1. Control. When deciding between models with mechanical control and electronics, it is important to consider the following.The former do not have so much flexibility for precise temperature control, but excellent simplicity from analogues. Electronics, in turn, allows you to equip the equipment with a large number of options. If the financial issue is not worth the edge, it is better to have an electric grill screen.
2. Housing. Based on the opinions of customers, choosing an electric grill is not necessary to overpay for a steel case, since aluminum analogs are also quite difficult to deform. However, they are easier. Plastic devices are attractive because they can be made in any color, but it is easy to inflict mechanical damage.
3. Working surface. Here it is better to decide between ceramics and glass ceramics. Such materials provide an electric grill with an even distribution of heat, but provide for careful maintenance of the equipment. Metal is also durable, but it's easy to scratch. The most stable is stone, but such a material significantly complicates the electric grill.
4. Protection and security. Important! When buying an electric grill, make sure that the model has a heating element protection that works when the maximum temperature threshold is reached.
5. Non-stick coating. An important component that provides easy care for the electric grill and protects food from burning.

We will not understand all kinds of "buns" from leading manufacturers. Instead, we’ll talk about the most important additional features that will come in handy if you don’t know how to choose an electric grill in the kitchen.

• Auto power off is a wonderful addition for any model of electric grill, providing for automatic turning off the device if you forgot to do it yourself or are forced to leave the house before the final preparation of the dish;
• Contact grill - equipped with two cooking surfaces;
• Wheels are a good addition for transporting a model from place to place. Traditionally, the most mobile devices are considered the type of rocket launcher.

Finally, I want to draw your attention to tips on choosing electric grills from professionals. Often, in kitchen appliances, the key factors are seemingly insignificant moments, on which the convenience of operation of the device depends:

• height adjustment is a useful option if the device has several users with different heights;
• the dimensions of electric grills - vary in a fairly wide range, so make sure in advance that there is free space in the kitchen;
• network cable length - it is desirable that the wire is more than 1 meter. Otherwise, it will be difficult to do without extension cords if the house already has several household appliances and few outlets.

We hope this guide will help you make the right choice of electric grill!