How to choose the right submersible blender, which nozzles are better not to take

With the abundance of cafes and restaurants, young families are little interested in kitchen appliances, but with the advent of children, the question arises: which is better to choose a hand blender? Feeding requires a mashed potato dish. I don’t want to buy ready-made mixtures with preservatives in the store, but it’s too laborious to knead and rub manually. It is very difficult to do without modern technical devices. Mom goes to the store and stands confused in front of the window. The assortment is huge, but how to choose what you need? First mistake: you are not prepared for a trip to the shopping center and do not know what you need to purchase. Perform a phased preliminary work, and the purchase will be very simple.

Basic requirements for the device

First of all, indicate your wishes. A simple hand blender helps you prepare small portions of salad or mashed potatoes. It does not require a special place in the kitchen, has few nozzles and is inexpensive. If you need to grind large volumes, knead the dough, prepare cocktails - pay attention to high power blenders, mini-combines and stationary appliances. Some models can grind meat into minced meat, grind spices, whisk, there are even stationary appliances with cooking function.

Now try to cross out all unnecessary. If you don’t make cocktails, why do you need an ice knife? Do not chase models with many features that turn out to be unclaimed. For each of them you have to pay. If you want to save a budget, choose a device with the minimum required power. The faster the knives spin, the more expensive the purchase will be and more money will be spent on electricity. If you want to grind only soft foods, cook mashed potatoes, mashed boiled vegetables, 400 watts is enough. Nuts and other solid foods require at least 600 watts, and professional devices can reach up to 1200 watts.

There are models in which more than 20 speed modes. A professional chef needs them to prepare many different dishes. And why such a variety of ordinary housewife? It often happens that a woman out of curiosity acquires a complex device, and as a result uses 4-5 speeds and a couple of nozzles. The simpler the blender, the easier it is to master, take a simple model, and you won’t have to rack your brains by choosing the right mode. With a simple device, you perfectly prepare mashed potatoes, pastes, mashed soups.

Sometimes the housewives ask themselves what to choose: a hand blender or a stationary machine. Of course, a food processor is much more convenient. It does not need to be held in hands, wasting time on grinding. We fell asleep products, set a program - and you can do other things, and after a while get the finished dish. But the miniature device does not require a special place for storage, it is compact, can be used in any dishes. Complex assemblies are expensive, and half of their functions in many families remain unclaimed. A large capacity is more difficult to wash, and small portions in it have to be scraped off the walls, with some of the products going to waste.

Additional selection criteria

A lot when choosing kitchen appliances depends on the workload of the hostess and the amount of cooked food. In some families, the daily menu is varied, like in a restaurant. Other women cook at home only for babies, and for adults they acquire semi-finished products. For a diverse diet of functions, more is required, and the speed mode is more diverse.If the blender has a “Turbo” mode, you can instantly switch the device to maximum speed. When you need regular food chopping, you can do without this option. It is required for complex recipes in which you need to quickly process products or give them volume.

If you need to gradually increase or decrease the nozzle rotation speed during cooking, look for a model with smooth adjustment. Switching to another mode will happen without jumps, you can change it during cooking. Proteins for meringues turn into foam of the desired consistency, if you beat them first slowly, then quickly. Another function that not everyone needs is pulse mode. If it is necessary to grind solid products, the device must be given interruptions in operation. In this mode, the engine automatically stops for a few seconds, and then resumes rotation.

Find out in advance what length of cord you require. A short wire will interfere with the proper placement of the blender in a container, too long will cling and get confused for everything. Measure in advance from the outlet to the workstation. If during grinding you need to move the device along containers located at different ends of the table, pay attention to the models in which the excess cord can be removed in a special compartment.

Some housewives prefer models with a battery. If you want to have an autonomous power blender, find out how long the device can work without recharging. Do not forget that the battery makes the device heavier and your hand may get tired after prolonged use.

Often the body and leg of the nozzle are made of plastic. If you are going to cook only soft foods, the leg will withstand the load. Want to increase the reliability of the device - choose steel. Plastic blenders are cheaper, but the hostess must consider what products she will process. If you need to make mashed potatoes from hot, just cooked potatoes, the plastic may not withstand high temperatures.

Tip

When choosing a model in a metal case, give preference to matte surfaces. On a shiny metal, every spot is noticeable, fingerprints, the blender will look messy.

Instrument Package

In addition to the main nozzle, additional accessories may be included in the blender kit. Often a chopper is attached to the appliance. This is a very convenient device, which is a bowl with a lid. At the bottom of the tank, the axis with the knife is rigidly fixed. When grinding solid products, the appliance will stand firmly in place, will not jump in the hand. Sometimes the design provides holes for additional bookmarking products during operation. You can, without turning off the device, add fluid, add other components.

The volume of the bowl depends on the amount of food to be ground. Mashed potatoes for the baby can be prepared in a capacity of 400 ml, and in order to prepare a salad for the festive table, the maximum amount of dishes is required. Do not buy a large container if you are not going to lay a lot of products: the mashed potatoes will be smeared on the walls, and it will be difficult to assemble. At the same time, note that the dishes cannot be filled to the top; calculate the size of the vessel with a small margin.

The blender kit may include the following nozzles:

• a knife for cutting slices is useful to prepare products for salads, deep-fried potatoes, chips;
• device for cutting cubes;
• grater with holes of different sizes;
• a whisk for beating eggs, making creams, mousses and batter;
• a mill for grinding spices, nuts, making powdered sugar;
• nozzle for making mashed potatoes;
• vacuum pump - it pumps air out of the container, as a result, the products do not deteriorate longer;
• a measuring cup can be used to determine the quantity of products, and as an additional container;
• nozzle for kneading dough.

Revise your kitchen appliances.If there is a bread machine, there is no need for devices for kneading dough. If you have a coffee grinder, you will not need a mill. A submersible blender can knead the dough, beat eggs, grind meat, only devices specially created for these purposes will do the job faster and better. If there is no money to purchase a multifunctional harvester, buy a small power blender. Then, in addition to it, you can buy a mixer, an electric meat grinder.

Rating of the best models

The price range is very wide. You can choose a simple model, the cost of which is about 1000 rubles, or a complex device with many functions for 18000 rubles. Quality does not always depend on price; a good small-capacity device can be bought inexpensively.

It is worth listing the most popular brands and models of hand blenders.

• Bosch MSM 88190. Powerful device (800 W), equipped with various nozzles, a whisk, a mill, a glass for grinding. Can be purchased for 8000 rubles.
• Bosch MSM 64155RU. Power - 450 W, there are nozzles for mashed potatoes. The cost is about 3800 rubles.
• Braun Multiquick MQ300 Curry. Inexpensive device - about 2000 rubles. Power - 550 watts.
• Braun Multiquick 5 Vario MQ 5045 WH Aperitive. 750 W blender with 21 speeds. There is a whisk, an ice knife and a measuring cup. Price - from 8500 rubles.
• Philips HR 1607 \ 00. The device is designed for 550 watts, a measuring cup and a whisk are attached. Can be purchased for 4,500 rubles.
• Philips HR 1674. The 800 W device is equipped with 4 nozzles, the price is 7800 rubles.

Not every city has a sufficient range of kitchen appliances. Rather than spending money on a bad thing, it is better to order your favorite model by mail. For remote purchases, you can seek advice from the manager of the online store. If you are interested in design, pay attention to the photo of the selected device.

It is more difficult for men when they are looking for a gift for their wives. If you don’t know which blender is best, do not rely on your intuition. Invite a relative or acquaintance who knows how your spouse cooks and which appliance she should offer to help.

Supplements for picky housewives

The blender works for a short time, so the noise level usually does not matter much. If the buzz gets on your nerves, choose brands with low power. It is advisable to find your favorite model in the nearest store. Even if you don’t like the price at this outlet, you can read the instructions, hold the device in your hands, listen to what sounds it makes when working. Pay attention to vibration, with frequent use of the device, it can sensitively affect the joints. After that, you can safely order a blender by mail, you already know its basic qualities.

Often manufacturers supply the device with various additional devices. The kit may include:

• rubberized handle;
• wall mount;
• stand.

Of course, each add-on makes buying more expensive, but consider whether you need to save on usability. You can do without a stand, although during breaks in cooking it is advisable to install the device in a special place. But the wall mount is very convenient. The blender will not wallow in the closet or on the table, it can always be found without difficulty. The handle with rubber inserts allows you to take the device with wet or greasy hands, it will not slip and will not break.

If you are interested in design in the kitchen, learn about the colors of different brands. The device itself looks elegant, when mounted on a wall it will not spoil the appearance of the room. If the type of plastic seems too “cheap” to you, get a model in a metal case. A good decoration for your desktop may be a stand. They come in different shapes and colors.

Any technique requires care. If you bought a blender with a self-cleaning function, there will be no problems with flushing. Be sure to read the instructions on how to wash both the device itself and the nozzles. Look with your master's eye how difficult it will be to bring them clean.If disassembling, cleaning and drying takes more time than grinding, it is better to look for another model. Find out if nozzles and bowls can be washed in the dishwasher; many companies produce models that do not require manual cleaning.

A blender - submersible or stationary - comes in handy in every kitchen. It’s not always necessary to launch a powerful combine, it’s better to cook a couple of spoons of mashed potatoes for a baby using a miniature device. In order not to be mistaken with the choice of model, consider all the operations that you need. Ask friends about the advantages and disadvantages of their device, consult with managers of shopping centers. If you carefully approach the purchase of kitchen appliances, it will become your faithful assistant.