Grilled sandwich maker: types and instructions for use

Many people love fast food and sandwiches, which, unfortunately, can have a negative impact on health. However, to categorically refuse quick snacks is not necessary. A sandwich maker can turn a dry bread into a more wholesome hot meal. Also, some models include functions of the waffle iron and grill, expanding the possibilities of using appliances.

Today the market has a large number of professional electric grills with different functions. To make the right choice and buy a sandwich maker that suits you, you should pay attention to a number of basic parameters.

First you need to decide what kind of bread you will use.Some models are designed for frying just plain bread. Some are only for bread used in toasters. If the sandwich maker has square or triangular grooves, then it implies the use of toast slices. If the device has rounded notches, then it is suitable for using ordinary bread.

There are also universal models with a flat plate type. However, their main disadvantage is that the filling can melt and spread along the sandwich maker.

On the market there are several types of models of various capacities. If you live alone, you can save and buy a toaster with one or two sandwich compartments. But if your family includes more people, then such a small sandwich maker can bring only losses. You will lose time and money, because you will have to start the cooking process more than once, which will affect the consumption of electricity.

In size, there are 3 types of sandwich makers:

• small (1-2 sandwiches);
• medium (4 sandwiches);
• large (8 sandwiches).

Lack of non-stick coating can spoil the impression of using the device.The bread will stick and stick to the plates, and the remaining particles will bring unnecessary inconvenience due to the need to clean the surface. The best option in this case would be to purchase a sandwich maker with removable plates. So you can quickly and efficiently clean the parts.

It is desirable that the plates were equipped with a lock. This is necessary for your own safety: the plates have a very high temperature, as a result of which there is a risk of burns. If the house has small children, then the lock is a prerequisite.

The presence of these functions can simplify the cooking process, although models with their presence are more expensive than those that are not equipped with them.

The process indicator allows you to be aware of what stage the preparation is at (heating / operation / readiness). The indicator allows you not to follow the preparation of food, but to do other things, for example, get ready for work.On the market are models with sound and light indicators.

With the help of a timer, you can adjust the shutdown time of the device, which will save food from burning. In this case, you also do not have to follow the process.

Some models have a temperature controller in the arsenal of functions., thanks to which you can decide for yourself how much your sandwich is fried.

The sandwich maker must “stand firmly” on the surface and not slide over it, otherwise it may adversely affect both the state of the device and your health. Once again, it is worth noting that when cooking, the temperature of the plates rises greatly, and when falling, they can burn the one who will be nearby.

By accessories, we mean interchangeable plates that are supplied with the device. This allows you to use the device to prepare not only sandwiches, but also waffles. And with special grids, you can even cook meat and fish.Despite the high cost, such a device saves space in the house, because the 3 in 1 sandwich maker can replace both the waffle iron and the grill.

Power affects how quickly the plates heat up. The higher the power, the faster the heating takes place, which means that the food is cooked faster. Although the quality of the finished sandwich does not affect, because it will be equally tasty as the minimum 640 watts, and the maximum 900 watts.

According to the power of the model can be divided into 3 categories:

• small power (600-700 W);
• average power (750-800 W);
• powerful (900 watts and above).

On sale you can find models with two variants of the case: from metal and plastic. The former have greater strength, but at the same time they are more expensive and have a greater mass. Plastic materials are cheaper, but if they fall, such a device can fail. It should be noted that the press plates are always metal.

It is worth considering a few recommendations that will allow you make use of sandwich as comfortable as possible.

• Before the first use the device should be prepared.Turn on and warm up the sandwich maker (this will kill all microorganisms on the surface of the plates).
• Do not use too thick pieces of bread.
• Prepare and pre-heat the plates before preparing the sandwich.

• Spread butter on the bread, so you will achieve the formation of a crisp.
• Do not use products that die at high temperatures, such as cucumbers or lettuce, in cooking. It is also not recommended to use too juicy vegetables, for example, tomatoes.
• Meat and semi-finished products in a sandwich maker can only be warmed up if it is not intended to be used as a grill.

To begin, unplug the machine from the network and let it cool. Wipe it from the inside with a damp cloth, then wipe dry. Removable panels can be washed in the dishwasher.

In the market you can find a large number of similar products from different manufacturers in different price categories. Before buying, you should familiarize yourself with the advantages and disadvantages of some of them.

The cost of models of this brand - from 950 rubles and above. Devices are mechanically controlled, easy to maintain. The main disadvantage is that the power cord is too short.

Redmond sandwich maker can be found for 980 rubles. One of the key advantages of the models of the brand is a handle with a double heat-resistant coating. Unfortunately, the closing mechanism may not always work (for example, if you make the sandwich too voluminous).

Tefal brand models are easy to maintain. They prepare sandwiches quickly enough, which determines their price (from 1500 rubles). The main disadvantage is the lack of a power button. Turn off the device only by disconnecting it from the power supply.

Russell Hobbs devices have mostly positive reviews. For the manufacture of closed models are used only high-quality materials. This electric electric grill will serve you more than one year.

Today it is difficult to imagine life without such an assistant as a sandwich maker. Now you know what you should pay attention to when buying such a device and how you can save on functions that you may not be using.

See the next video on how to make sandwiches in a Clatronic sandwich maker.