What is better to choose: a mixer or blender

Once on the shelves of stores appeared miracle appliances - mixer. Many housewives immediately got this device, which greatly facilitated the work in the kitchen. A few years later another miracle appeared - a blender. Is it worth buying it if there is one? What functions does it perform? What is the difference between a blender and a mixer?? And which device is better? In this article we will answer all the questions of interest that will help determine the right choice.

What is a mixer for?

Initially, the device was invented with the aim of whipping eggs, which were filled with air bubbles, as a result of which there was a better absorption by the body of this product. The device has become an excellent alternative to forks / rims and an indispensable assistant both at home and in professional kitchens of cafes and restaurants.

The follower of the mechanical mixer was a device with an electric motor, the analogue of which we now use. 

Modern mixer performs functions such as:

• Whipping.
• Mixing.
• Shaking up.

Exists two types devices:

Manual device while working you need to hold in your hands. It is more popular than the second type of appliance.

Stationary - consists of a bowl and a special stand, which is placed on the table. It takes up more space than a handheld device.

Minuses:

• During the mixing of the liquid ingredients at high speed mass spraying occurs. In order to avoid this unpleasant moment, you need to use a deep container, which should be filled with a liquid mass of not more than 1/3.
• A stationary mixer can vibrate and jump while working. This inconvenience is eliminated by buying a device with rubber feet or using a rubber stand.
• Do not leave unattended during work.
• Mixing solid products is not provided. The device can handle only soft and liquid ingredients. 

What functions does blender perform?

A blender is an electrical appliance that is designed to make small portions. It combines the functions of a mixer and a meat grinder.

Using a blender, you can:

• To mix.
• Grind.
• Beat the products.

There are two types of instrument:

Stationary - consists of a stable body and a bowl with a lid, which prevents splashing of the liquid during cooking.

Submersible device need to hold in your hands. It consists of a metal part with a knife and a handle. With the help of this device it is very convenient to prepare mashed potatoes and pies. And also he washes better.

There is also a minus: the long-term operation of the device at high speed leads to the heating of the knives, which in turn heat the components to be ground. As a result, the nutritional value of raw vegetables and fruits is reduced.

What can be cooked using appliances 

Using a mixer, prepare:

• The dough for baking: pancakes, cakes, muffins, cakes and pastries.
• Crema.
• Mousses.
• Sauces

Using a blender, you can cook:

• Stuffing.
• Various mashed potatoes.
• Mayonnaise.
• Pate.
• Cocktails.
• Mousses.
• Prick the ice
• Grind coffee.

Differences between blender and mixer

1. The shape of the blades. The knives of the blender are metal, sharp, solid, which form a funnel inside the bowl. Mixer whisk - wire frame.
2. The mixer works at low revs, and the blender at high. The principle of the blender provides for the presence of a powerful motor. Due to the high revolutions of the knives, the pieces of food move along the walls of the bowl upwards, and in the center of the jug they go down to the knives, where they are ground or mixed. Without high speed knives, no function of the device can be performed. The mixer differs in low turns of blades. The dough is better enriched with bubbles of oxygen, which gives it lightness and airiness, and this has a positive effect on the taste of the finished dish.
3. Functionality. The mixer differs from the blender in smaller functionality.
4. Grinding products. A blender differs from a mixer in the grinding of ingredients, which cannot be said about the latter. For successful grinding of solid products, it is enough to add a few milliliters of liquid to the jug. 
5. Elimination of breakage. Despite the relatively inexpensive price of the mixer, its repair can take a pretty penny. Details of the device are expensive.
6. Compactness. If you compare the size of stationary devices, more overall, no doubt, will be a blender.
7. Cost If you compare the average quality of the two devices, the mixer will be a budget option.

From all of the above, only one conclusion can be made: the mixer and the blender are completely different. Use one device instead of another will not work.

And to say which of the devices is better is impossible. What is their difference, we found out. Now it remains to weigh the pros and cons, as well as decide what dishes you will cook. A mixer will become an indispensable assistant when baking cakes, muffins and cakes, but to prepare cocktails for them is unlikely to work without a blender. 

Make your life easier by reducing the time for cooking. This is only possible if there are two devices in your kitchen at once. And believe me - this is not a luxury, but a necessity.