Mixers (101 photos)

Types of mixers

• Types of models and specifications

• Manual
• Stationary
• Planetary

Thanks to modern technology, a huge number of household appliances are created, which significantly simplify life. Cooking is no longer a daily routine if you have purchased a mixer, a reliable assistant for culinary creations. In specialized stores presented products of various brands. Your task is not to get lost and make the right choice in favor of quality, great functionality and simple care.

Mixers differ in technical characteristics: power, material quality, type of nozzles.

Types of models and specifications

If we compare the capabilities of such a device, for example, with a blender, then the latter device, of course, wins. However, mixers are in a more affordable price segment than blenders or choppers. They will also be able to whip egg white, make a snow-white glaze, mix some non-solid ingredients. There are no sharp blades of knives, various nozzles, and the machine works somewhat slower than its “brothers”.

While the blender in a matter of seconds turns the ingredients into a homogeneous mixture, the mixer does the same thing over a longer period of time.

There are only 2 types of devices and the mass of their varieties. You can choose a model on a stand or manual. In the first case, you are provided with a more efficient and smooth operation of the device, its high performance. Manual models, as opposed to stationary, are more compact. You can take them on the road, travel, etc.

A kitchen mixer, be it stationary or manual, performs the same function. The question remains whether you free your hands or not, pay a huge amount for a model or save. Also due to the compact size of the device is easy to clean. It can be cleaned quickly, even without using special tools, which cannot be said about combines and choppers with a dozen nozzles.

If you liked the stationary mixer, pay special attention to the large volume of its bowls.

The standard value is up to 2 liters. This is the actual volume with which you can get the result of mixing without splashing. In improved designs, everything rotates: the bowl, and the nozzle (whisk).

In the rulers of famous brands there are universal mixers, including a shaker, manual and mechanical combine. A distinctive feature of traditional models is a wider functional, a combined method of preparing various ingredients (grinding, whipping, mixing).

High-speed devices significantly reduce your cooking time, completely replacing the most primitive functions of stationary combines.

A simple mixer can have a good power, much better than a budget blender. Power is always responsible for the speed, the number of revolutions per minute. Mixing components with innovative inventions has become much easier than in the past century. A powerful mixer designed for 350 W and higher can knead thick, coarse dough, minced meat with bread flesh and onions for meatballs. The most advanced models have power reaching 500 watts.

Some devices are equipped with a special turbo mode.

You automatically set the necessary parameters separately for desserts, creams, ice cream, fruit smoothies, soups, mashed potatoes, etc. A high-quality household appliance shows a good service life, provided it is properly used.

In a wide range you can find a wireless, battery-powered, battery mixer. In this case, it easily turns out to take a business trip, a long journey with children. Simple at first glance, the gadget will surely help you out in both complex and easy cooking.

In favor of modern mixers can be attributed to the fact that they are high-speed, really responsible for the security of their mistress.

It is almost impossible to damage the skin with them, inadvertently beat not only the ingredients, but also injure the hand. Desktop or manual, electric or mechanical - buy proven models of brands with a great reputation. Pay attention to the case material, rotational speed, as well as additional accessories that are included.

An important factor will be the number of programs or speeds (from 5 to 12 speeds). Technological models have touch displays, an intuitive interface, automated control. For those who like to prepare fast nutritious mixes, the product with the Turbo-mode function, which dramatically increases the intensity of mixing the ingredients, saves electricity and your time in the kitchen will suit.

This opportunity will allow you to quickly get rid of and chop lumps.

The models also have a pulsed mode. Its effectiveness depends on the degree of your pressing the start button of the mixer. The advantage of this type of device is your complete control over the process of cooking mayonnaise, sauce, basics for pancakes, pancakes, casseroles, cottage cheese, etc. The blades of the product are perfectly adapted to functions such as mixing, shaking, grinding.

Choosing an electronic multifunctional mixer, you have a great helper in your kitchen. Even without high culinary skills, you will get excellent in consistency cereal, soups, side dishes, caviar and baking stuffing.

High-speed models greatly simplify the work, improving the quality of any dish.

Manual

Effective hand mixer brands Maxwell, Vitek, Panasonic, Philips enjoys the greatest popularity. It “wins” in price, availability and a wide range of products. Also, as well as stationary, there is often a complete set of nozzles. The emphasis is on the ergonomic handle, so that you do not get tired for several minutes holding the device in your hands.

They equip the device with several modes of speed (turbo, pulse), they try to make the case from high-quality plastic. You independently select color and a form of your kitchen "assistant". An important role in the selection will play the size of the mixer.

Stationary

For the kitchen by the way will have a stationary mixer.

You will need it if you are a master of culinary art, cook for a large family, love to experiment with products and create incredible beauty of the dish. Airy foam, carefully mixed berries and fruits for the summer smoothie, a real mojito with mint and lemon - what portion of the “pleasure” you decide to make on such a powerful model from the brands Braun, Bosch, Redmond, Polaris.

Planetary

If you need to mix the dough with a soft consistency, get a quality planetary mixer.

Your culinary talent will instantly grow, you will learn how to create the softest cream, icing sugar, thick creamy ice cream and sauces. Complete with models like JeJu B 5D, desktop Frosty B-8 or Rauder LM-50, You will find yeast dough hooks, traditional beaters. And here are the famous products from KitchenAid it will turn out to be completed with new nozzles (meat grinder, pasta cutting, vegetable cutter).

What is needed: functions

The mixer is equipped with a powerful engine, but it also works on electricity or using batteries. Its main task is to mix components to create simple and complex dishes. The model may look like a chopper that can crush cheese for pizza or salads.

Quite often housewives use the device for pancakes, for ice cream, delicious smoothies and fruit cocktails.

The purpose and functions of most mixers are so extensive that any person can be the buyer of such a product: an athlete, a young mother, a novice cook, a professional master chef, etc. All of them can cook those dishes that are included in their diet (vegetarian, dietary, high-protein or low-calorie).

A quality mixer without a bowl is most often used for simple recipes. So, under his “sensitive control” the cream is whipped, the jelly preparation is mixed. The mixer without bowl can be used for baby puree, for powdered sugar, for drinks. In this case, it is important to choose a suitable dish.

The container in the form of a bowl, bowls or glasses should have high walls. This will prevent splashing of the mixed ingredients. Stationary models are equipped with a bowl. Often you can find dimensional signs on it, which simplifies the preparation of complex recipes. Stationary models are very reminiscent of combines, blenders, however, have less functionality.

Manufacturers are not always limited to only the wreaths. Among the models of mixers you can find professional devices with a special bend nozzles. But even in this version, the meat grinder and ice pick will remain indispensable in the kitchen. You can use a hand mixer for meat, but not raw, but stewed or boiled.

Quite tasty and nutritious dinners for the baby are obtained in such a simple way.

If you do not decide to buy a blender, then you just need a budget mixer. With it, you will not overpay for those features that you do not need. It is also impossible to compare mixing models with a coffee grinder. Each kitchen appliance has its own purpose.

If the chopper is subject to sinewy raw cuts of meat, then a modest mixer can cope only with churning proteins, mashed potatoes or applesauce.

For fruits and vegetables - this is also a good option. With the function of grinding and simultaneous beating, matchless mousses, squash caviar, cream for desserts, etc. are obtained. It is impossible to grind coffee with such an “assistant”, however, it is quite suitable for cream. Latte, Moccacino, Vanilla drink, Chocolate cocktail with liqueur - feel like a master bartender.

Buying a model for the home, it is better to pay attention to the stationary.

Thus, you will free your hands and time, you will not break away from cooking. If you prefer portable, compact devices, then your choice will certainly stop at handicrafts. Most of all, they are suitable for young mothers who gradually refuse to breastfeed and transfer the baby to a new food.

Both mixers are designed for whipping eggs. With the whisk, you turn the protein mixture into a foam. Unlike a food processor, you will have extra space on the work surface. Bake cakes, make appetizing steaks, pies, lasagna, Italian spaghetti sauce in a comfortable environment.

The most delicious dishes with a mixer are:

• barbecue sauce, dill;

• cream of chocolate and cream for pastries, desserts, muffins, muffins;

• gazpacho without bread;

• classic butter cream;

• original Baneffie pie with sauce;

• classic sponge cake with thick caramel;

• homemade mayonnaise, ice cream;

• buckwheat dietary and ordinary pancakes, pancakes;

• cranberry marshmallow, frosting, poultry milk;

• thick cream Ganache, curd mass, tiramisu;

• Marshmallow sweets, fruit smoothies, etc.

With the help of a compact, mobile and high-quality kitchen device, you easily replenish your book "cook." Whatever dietary food you think up, use a mixer: for mashed potatoes, for toasts on toasts, for honey, condensed milk, for vegetables and fruits.

If you are tired of sitting on exhausting diets, spending money on expensive protein supplements, begin a health improvement course with the help of healthy products and their simple mixing. Mousses, smoothies, vitamin cocktails, drinks - all this is subject to the traditional mixer.

Equipment and accessories

Complete with mixers often come with all sorts of accessories: a mug, a glass or glass-type containers, paddles, a protective cover from splashes, etc. Such elements simplify the work with the device, as well as its care. Many manufacturers complement products with additional beaters, put cleaning brushes, measuring glasses.

Models like Bosch, Braun can come with a stand. You do not have to think about where to store such a device. In addition, the appearance of the device will decorate the interior of the kitchen.

The mixer-homogenizer has been in great demand lately. It is intended for emulsification, heat treatment of liquid, viscous and creamy components. With it, it is so easy to create melted cheese, termized curd, desserts.

Models with a dispenser bowl, the height of which should be impressive in order to avoid splashes, is designed for the comfortable manufacture of soups, sauces, gravy, cottage cheese fillings for sandwiches, tartlets. Be attentive to the selection of the device, pay special attention to the equipment.

Cookware in addition to the mixer should be made of either durable plastic or glass, ceramics. These materials have their pros and cons. Plastic, for example, is less environmentally friendly than glass, but glass containers are more likely to be subject to mechanical damage, the formation of chips, scratches, etc. It is best to take dishes that are designed for a couple of liters. If the bowl is smaller, you will not avoid problems with stains on clothing and furniture.

Actual today are products with self-loading.

The quality of the bucket and auger plays an important role. Their width should be no more than the device itself for comfortable work. Thanks to the right nozzles that go in the kit (knives, beaters, tapered parts with or without blades), it will be possible to increase the mixing and crushing of many products.

A special metal water jug, a set of bowls will also come in handy for a good housewife. She will certainly want to “figure out” liver or vegetable pate, mushroom cream soup, berry smoothie. If even the highest speed mixer can not be compared with a combine or blender, then it will work well with a juicer. The width of the glass, the cocktail shaker and even the length of the tray itself should be optimal for mixing delicious ingredients.

Preparing for a bachelorette party, bachelor party, meetings with old friends, a cheerful apartment apartment, treat guests with creative drinks that they have never tried before!

Features of the selection and customer reviews

We choose only proven models that have received the highest marks from users, high-quality multi-functional, affordable. Firms like Panasonic, Aurora, Kambrook, as well as American brands, Russian-made models are the most suitable devices for your requirements.

High quality products and a set of necessary functions make a real “magic wand” out of a conventional mixer. In series Moulinex, Vitek, Kenwood, Bosch There are convenient devices with beaters and hooks for kneading dough. They operate at 5 speeds with a power of 500 watts.

You will certainly enjoy the BOSCH MFQ 4020, SATURN ST-FP1023, POLARIS PHM 5014 mixer models. All of them have an elegant, concise design. For example, the Bosch line (Germany), as well as brands Energy, Kambrook annually produce new household appliances, which are equal to all the others.

Products equip turbo mode, the ability to automatically turn off the device.

Here is a case of high-quality plastic with a soft-touch coating, ergonomic handle, adapted to your palm. This design significantly reduces fatigue, so do not dwell only on stationary mixers.

The device has special power and speed control buttons, occasionally a touch screen display for more comfortable operation. In addition to the rims, in models of premium class you can find hooks for dough. Even if it comes to your mind to make birthday cupcakes, muffins, cakes or pies for other holidays, you should not search frantically for a combine or blender. The modest mixer will perfectly cope with this task.

The cheapest brands, like Vitek, as well as Chinese counterparts also have worthy options in the series. Many of them provide a more intense trapping of air, due to which an incredibly airy foam is obtained. Italy, Switzerland and some Belarusian brands produce truly high-quality models so that you create your culinary masterpieces all day long.

The most expensive brands do not always meet your requirements.

Before buying it is better to get acquainted with customer reviews about a particular model, weigh the pros and cons. For example, you only need to prepare baby food, then the hooks for the dough, stuffing you do not need some time. No need to pay fabulous money just for the brand name.

Choose high-quality and efficient Elenberg mixers. They should be comfortable in the hands, manage, care for them. Compact, even stationary models are easy to hide in the closet, they will not take up much space in the kitchen. The classic grater, meat grinder, and nut machine are gradually replacing modern mixers for whipping and kneading. Now it’s not you who learn to cook, but “smart” household appliances teach you this skill.