Would you like to beat the whites of a meringue egg in 2 minutes or make homemade butter effortlessly? The mixer will brilliantly handle these tasks with the press of just one button.
How Do I Pick a Good Mixer?
All mixers have 3-5 speeds, expensive models - from 12 to 16. The speed regulator is located in the upper part, so the speed can be conveniently switched even during operation. The figures shown on the panel of the device suggest the optimal mode for operation. To simplify their task, housewives use:
- turbo mode is indispensable for making dough. Due to the increased speed, the dough is homogeneous. Turn on this function periodically, because the mixer motor overheats under increased load;
- pulse mode - the intensity of rotation of the nozzles is regulated by the force of pressing the button. The plus is that you do not need to constantly switch the speed regulator and spend time on it;
- smooth start - smooth mixing of ingredients at the beginning of work. This is convenient because the contents are not splattered out of the bowl. If the mixer does not have this function, just start whisking at the lowest speed.
Stationary or manual - which is better?
The difference between manual and stationary is obvious. The choice is yours:
- manual takes up less space in the kitchen;
- during work they are held in hand;
- they are cheaper than stationary ones;
- more convenient to wash after use;
- the power is less than that of stationary ones - from 150 to 550 watts.
When choosing a hand mixer, please note:
- for the presence of rubberized inserts on the body. They prevent the hand from slipping while working;
- on a conveniently located speed controller. To adjust the speed of rotation of the nozzles with one finger of the hand that holds the mixer.
Stationary appliances resemble a hand mixer in shape, but the device is mounted on a frame. Equipped with a bowl, which in some models rotates while mixing or whipping products.
Differences from manual ones:
- high power - up to 1000 W;
- there is a container for mixing ingredients;
- some models are equipped with a built-in kitchen scale, timer and stopwatch.
Tip: in the bowl, the volume used differs from the actual one by 300-500 ml - take this into account when choosing a stationary mixer.
Mixer or blender - what's the difference?
In fact, a hand blender can easily replace a mixer as it comes with a whisk attachment. Therefore, he can easily knead pancake dough or whip up a cocktail, grind hard vegetables and fruits.
The mixer whips cream or ice cream to a homogeneous and airy mass in a matter of seconds. The main differences between a blender and a mixer are in the principle of their work:
- the mixer whips cream and drink, reducing their density. Blender breaks ice and grinds ingredients;
- the mixer is equipped with 1-2 removable beaters and hooks. Whisk - for whipping whites, biscuits and muffins. Hooks - for kneading thick dough: yeast and shortcrust. The blender has a paddle knife and interchangeable attachments.
4 points to know
When buying, don't forget:
- get a manufacturer's warranty from the seller, which is provided for 1-2 years (depending on the brand);
- check the attachment of the nozzles: they should be firmly fixed in the holes, and not dangle;
- read the instruction manual to know about the features of the mixer;
- check the package to make sure all parts are included.
Now you know how to choose the right mixer for your home. Please your loved ones with a useful device.
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