Induction Cooking Rules

It is not enough to purchase modern kitchen appliances for cooking, it is also important to learn the rules of its operation. Many have already appreciated advantages of induction cookers, and most owners claim that they will not return to the old electric stoves, even with a glass-ceramic surface. And some are willing to sacrifice savings, which could be, if they install gas equipment (in homes where there is such an opportunity), and prefer induction stoves. Why is this kitchen appliance so popular among consumers, and how to use the induction hob?

The reasons for the popularity of induction

Compared to gas and simple electric stoves, the type of equipment under consideration has the following advantages.

1. Owners of such plates spend at times less time cooking. Due to the principle of operation in the induction cooker, there is no stage of heating the burner, as it happens in a conventional electrical panel. Copper coils, through which an alternating current passes, create an electromagnetic field, and it, in turn, interacting with the bottom of the dish, heats it. A liter of water on such a burner boils in five minutes. This result can not boast of any "pancake" hobs, much less gas.
2. Safe cooking. The interaction of induction current occurs only between coils and dishes. The hotplate is heated from the bottom of the dish. As a rule, the panel in this place a little warm. And after removing the dishes from the stove, it becomes cold after just a few minutes. Thus, such a stove is obtained safe not only for the immediate user, but also for pets that can jump on it. Also, speaking of security, it is worth noting the possibility of automatically turning it off, in case there is water on it, or the cooking process is too long due to the owner’s forgetfulness.
   

3. You can as accurately as possible adjust temperature - it simplifies the cooking process. Each cooking method (boiling, frying, stewing) has its own mode. As a rule, their decoding is specified in the instrument manual.
4. In the case of incorrectly chosen dishes, the cooker will not turn on. This may apply both to the material from which it is made, and to the diameter of the bottom. Due to this property of the device, undesirable repair of expensive equipment can be avoided.
5. Easy care. Due to the low temperature of the panel, food that gets on it does not burn, respectively, it does not have to scour it from the surface. In case of pollution induction cooker cleaned wet rag. Strong contamination is easy to remove with silicone glass-ceramic and a special scraper.
6. Rich functionality. Having a large selection of programs and child lock will make using the induction hob comfortable.

As minuses of induction equipment, one can note the high cost and the fact that it can only be cooked in special dishes, the thickened bottom of which is magnet.Also, it is not allowed to use induction for people with pacemakers and similar devices, since the magnetic field generated by the plate can disturb their work.

Where to start dating with the stove

Installation and connecting induction equipment only a qualified specialist should be engaged - otherwise the owner will have to answer for the failed wiring or breakdown of an expensive device. In addition, modern models of induction hobs and hobs are sold either without a cord, or with a single cord, but without a plug. As a rule, such items are purchased and installed separately. And if a person does not understand electrics, he is unlikely to be able to connect such equipment on his own.

After unpacking and installation, clean the hob from industrial pollutionFor example, glue. It is better to clean the surface with the use of special tools for glass ceramics with a soft sponge without abrasives. After the cooker is ready for use, you can proceed to the immediate cooking.

To activate the working status of the panel, you need to hold down the "Power" button for several seconds:she will notify about her readiness with a sound signal. By pressing the button once, the required hot plate is selected. heating power it is regulated by the buttons "+" and "-".

For the correct selection of programs, it is better to get acquainted with the instruction attached to the device. It contains explanations of which is better to choose the temperature regime for the preparation of a particular dish.

Choosing cookware for induction cooker

There are special requirements for cookware for induction cookers.

1. As with any electric cooker, cookware should have thick bottom not less than 2-6 mm or, as applied to pans, a continuous anti-deformation disk - this will help to avoid deformation during strong heating. In addition, the bottom diameter should not be less than 12 cm. Use turkish induction cooker can only be using a special adapter.
2. The bottom should be flat so that it is as close as possible to the surface. It is not allowed to use pots and pans with a concave or damaged bottom. It is also better to abandon the dishes, which were previously used on gas stoves.
3. Utensils should be made of ferromagnetic material - It is he who will allow her to react with the copper coils. Check whether the dishes are suitable for cooking on an induction stove will help a special icon - the pictogram in the form of rounded zigzags or the inscription "induktion" of the manufacturer at the bottom or the packaging of the pan. In the absence of any signs, you can check the suitability of the dish with a conventional magnet. If the bottom attracts it - then the dishes are suitable for induction. Stainless steel, enameled and cast-iron cookware is a suitable option.

Do not cook on an induction cooker in an aluminum, glass or copper pan.

Induction Hob Care Rules

As a rule, the surface of the induction cooker is made of durable glass-ceramic material, it requires a certain care.

1. To clean this surface is best to use a separate soft sponge.
2. For heavy pollution buy special glass ceramic scraper, but not a metal sponge.
3. As a detergent to choose special for this surface. silicone based solutionsthat create a protective film.In extreme cases, you can use a liquid dishwashing detergent, but avoid using powder formulations.
4. After washing the surface, wipe it dry with a soft cloth.
5. If necessary, it is best to immediately wash the hob after cooking.
6. Sugar and salt should not be allowed to enter the glass-ceramic surface. In case of contact with such loose substances, you should brush them and wipe the surface.

Modern stoves and hobs, which work is based on the formation of an electromagnetic field - are one of the safest models for the user due to the small heating of the burners during cooking and their quick cooling. They significantly save time spent on cooking, because the dishes heat up faster. As a consequence, there is also an energy saving, it is spent as much as in a conventional electric stove, but the operating time is much less due to high efficiency. The disadvantages of these types of kitchen equipment - the high price and special selection of dishes, but, compared with all the advantages, they are fully justified.