How to choose a multi-cooker pressure cooker

Multicookers are becoming increasingly popular among other kitchen appliances. Thanks to them, the process of cooking has become much easier, and when choosing a multi-cooker-pressure cooker - faster.

What is a multi-cooker-pressure cooker

A pressure cooker is the same slow cooker, with only some constructive modifications. Since it uses increased pressure for fast cooking, the lid should fit snugly to the body. For tight closing it is located rubber gasket or silicone.

For good fixation of the cover, clamps are used, and to achieve the required pressure inside the apparatus - valves. Usually, the cap has 2 valvesthat provide safety during operation. The first valve is designed to maintain the operating pressure in the apparatus and releases excess steam. The second is an emergency one, it should release pressure, when it reaches a critical level.

What is a multi-cooker with a pressure cooker function

According to the principle of operation, the unit with the function of a pressure cooker is not much different from a conventional multicooker. In it, as in a slow cooker, you can stew, as well as fry vegetables, cook meat and fish dishes, cook first courses, make wonderful pastries. The only difference is in the reduction of cooking time in some programs. For example, to cook brawn, it takes only 1 hour, 40 minutes is required for peas (beans) to be cooked, and the beets will be ready in 10 minutes.

It should be borne in mind that for the device to exit with a pressure cooker function, it will take some time, because only after the required pressure has been set, cooking will begin. And at the end of the process it will take time to relieve the pressure, if there is no special button for this.

Selection options

To decide which model of multicooker-pressure cooker to choose, you need to read the reviews and take into account the following nuances.

Unit power

Unit power It is a primary indicator, based on the value of which choose a slow cooker. The higher this indicator, the faster the process of cooking will be. Inexpensive models have a power of 800-900 watts. More expensive and with a large bowl - 1000 watts or more.

Pan Material

In the popular models of 2016-2017, which have the option of pressure cookers, pans are made of the following materials.

• Aluminum. Units with an aluminum bowl are lightweight and low cost. The food in such a pan heats up evenly and quickly. But there are also disadvantages: when the aluminum surface comes into contact with food acids and salt, the oxide film breaks down. The formed aluminum salts, which are harmful to health, fall into the contents of the bowl.
• Stainless steel. The devices having steel capacity are leaders of sales. This material has its advantages: good appearance, durability, corrosion resistance, neutral reaction to contact with the acidic environment and salty products.The stainless steel also does not absorb odors and is easy to clean. In some models of multi-cookers, the bottom of the pan contains a special layer for uniform heat distribution.
• Ceramic coating. Ceramic coating can withstand temperatures of 450 ° C and more, without emitting any harmful substances. But a significant drawback is its fragility. In the budget models of devices, the pan will not last even a year. Therefore, it is better to buy a model more expensive, with high-quality multi-layered ceramics.

Bowl Lining

This element should be made of heat-resistant materials.

1. Rubber. Rubber pads are elastic, easy to use, inexpensive, impermeable, and hardly deformed. But, unfortunately, they are short-lived, and this fact causes a reduced demand for this accessory.
2. Silicone. The main difference between seals made of silicone in comparison with rubber ones is an increased service life. Also, the advantage of these pads can be considered strength, environmental safety, flexibility and elasticity, the ability to use in aggressive environments.

Pan volume

Multicookers-pressure cookers on the market have different volumes of bowls.Their capacity may be in the range of 2.5 - 10 liters. But keep in mind that the bowl should not be filled to the brim, as a result of which the amount of cooked food decreases by approximately 0.5 liters. To make the right choice, which multi-cooker-pressure cooker and with what volume of the bowl it is better to buy, you need to take into account the number of people in the family:

• for one person may well be enough small unit with a capacity of 2.5 liters;
• for a family of 2 it is enough that the pan was 3 liters;
• if there are 3-4 people per household, then a 5-liter unit will be the best choice;
• for large families, it is recommended to buy models of pressure cookers with a pot capacity of 10 liters.

Type of cap

In different models of pressure cookers, pressure cookers can be applied different ways of closing the lid: there are devices in which the lid is pressed using special latches, located outside, and also devices with a clip from within are issued. When choosing, be aware of how comfortable it will be for you to use this or that way of opening the device.

Location of valves

Usually there are two valves on the lid, and they are designed to release excess steam. You should opt for a model in which the steam does not come up, but in different directions. In this case, the risk of getting burns is minimal.

Protection and safety

A good unit with a pressure cooker option, must have 6 levels of protection and this fact must be taken into account before choosing a multi-cooker-pressure cooker for your kitchen.

1. Availability lock cover during cooking is considered a very important function, especially if there are small children in the family. There should also be protection against starting an empty unit.
2. Pressure regulator. It is located inside the device and controls the level of pressure. When it exceeds 70 kPa, the regulator turns off the heat and the pressure rise stops. By reducing it to 60 kPa, the operation of the device resumes.
3. Bypass valve. Its presence is intended to reduce the pressure in case of failure of the protection system and increase the pressure to 90 kPa.
4. temperature sensor. It is located inside and turns off the pressure cooker when the required temperature is reached, and also turns it on if the temperature falls below that set by the program.
5. Emergency Temperature Sensor. It triggers and turns off the power in case of failure of the temperature sensor. Shutdown occurs when the temperature rises to the maximum permissible values ​​- 145C.
6. At the bottom of the pressure cooker should be installed 3 springs. They are intended for emergency discharge of very high pressure (200 kPa) in case of failure of all methods of protection. With high pressure, the inner bowl will press on the springs with sufficient force, as a result of which a gap is formed, through which bleeding will occur.

Number of modes

Of a huge number of modespresent in different models, you should choose the presence of those that you will use. Mostly used about 10 functions multicooker. Do not overpay for unnecessary programs, as in some devices there may be 40 pieces or more.

Best Multivarki-pressure cookers

According to customer reviews, the best pressure cookers 2016-2017 year can be called the following models.

Redmond RMC-PM4506

Specifications:

• very convenient and thoughtful management;
• warranty period - 25 months;
• the presence of the option "delayed start" (for 24 hours) and the function of heating cooked food;
• the number of embedded programs - 6;
• it is possible to bake, boil, fry, steam and deep-fry, sterilize, prepare vegetables and fruits for preservation;
• manual time adjustment;
• capacity of the bowl is 5 liters;
• the saucepan is covered with high-quality non-stick coating;
• quick cooking time (it takes 90 minutes to prepare the jelly);
• the possibility of buying additional accessories (stainless steel bowls, for liquid dishes, lids for bowls and other things);
• it is completed with the good book of recipes.

Multicooker-pressure cooker Redmond RMC-PM4506

Disadvantages:

• a small number of automatic programs;
• due to the use of rubber sealant in this unit, odors of previously prepared dishes may be preserved;
• inconvenient to get a hot pot, because there is no handle;
• does not turn off the auto heating function;
• it is problematic to wash the inner cover - it is not removable;
• food may burn on some modes of operation.

Reviews of this Redmond model are very positive, it copes well with all the necessary functions, although the price for this model, in the opinion of buyers, is clearly overestimated (about 5,000 rubles).

Marta MT-4310

This unit combines original design and all qualities of the multicooker and pressure cooker. This is a 2 in 1 device. It is possible to cook food with or without pressure. You can buy this multi-cooker pressure cooker at an average price of 7,500 rubles.

Main characteristics:

• a thick-walled bowl with polymer-ceramic coating GREBLON C3 + (Germany);
• intuitive touch controls;
• the presence of 45 programs (21 automatic functions, 15 programs for work in the pressure cooker mode, 6 - for the multicooker mode, the rest can be adjusted manually);
• high power - 900 watts;
• the possibility of baking, sterilization, there is a double boiler, you can cook jam and jelly, cook dough and yogurt, cook soups and cereals.

Multi cooker-pressure cooker Marta MT-4310

Disadvantages:

• short electrical wire;
• condensate remains on the lid;
• burning of the product on the Baking program is possible (temperature correction is required).

Unit USP-1210S

The device is perfect for cooking smoked meats do it yourself The presence of two programs “Cold Smoke” and “Hot Smoke” makes it possible to prepare dishes for every taste. You can buy a slow cooker at a price of around 6500 rubles.

Device Features:

• 6 liters saucepan;
• high enough power - 1100 W;
• stainless steel metal case;
• large information display;
• functions of maintaining heat, baking, boiling, frying, heating, milk porridge, aspic, and others;
• the bowl has a ceramic non-stick coating;
• overheating protection implemented.

Multicooker pressure cooker Unit USP-1210S

Disadvantages:

• when working in the smoking mode, the characteristic odor can be spread - in order to avoid this, it is recommended to put the device under the hood;
• It is not possible to turn off the “Keep warm” option in advance;
• uninformative instruction to the multicooker.

Vitesse VS-526

Enough quality unit to choose it as a purchase. Allows bake like in the oven, but 2 times faster. Perfectly cooks legumes (peas, beans). Choosing this model of multicooker, you pay from 3800 rubles.

Specifications:

• the volume of a pan is 5 liters;
• power 900 watts;
• security system has many levels;
• has 11 cooking programs;
• Xylan bowl cover - non-stick;
• device cover removable.

Multi-cooker-pressure cooker Vitesse VS-526

Disadvantages:

• no yogurt cooking program;
• there is no possibility to cook for a couple;
• when the heat maintenance mode is on, time is not displayed;
• possible deformation of the sealing gum.

In conclusion, we can say that the use of the pressure cooker function reduces only the cooking time. If you are not in such a hurry, all the same dishes can be successfully cooked in a conventional slow cooker.