Infrared cookers are now familiar to many Vietnamese families. They are a handy tool for preparing delicious meals. But can you grill with an infrared cooker and what should you consider when using it? Read on to find out.
1. Can you use infrared cookers for grilling?
Infrared cookers primarily function for stewing, braising, making soup, etc. However, you can also grill meat using infrared cookers due to their operation based on the principle of infrared radiation. In this process, the cooker surface heats up and heats the bottom of the cooking utensil to cook the food.
Manufacturers have integrated convenient grilling functions into infrared cookers.
2. Detailed guide on how to grill meat with an infrared cooker
Using a grilling tray
Step 1: Adjust the BBQ grilling mode of the stove and place the grilling tray on it, then place the meat on the grilling tray.
Step 2: When grilling, pay attention to turning the meat evenly to ensure it does not burn.
Advantages:
Users can grill a variety of foods.
Prevents food from sticking to the stove surface.
The handle of the grilling tray is heat-resistant, making it easy for users to handle and preventing burns during grilling.
Drawback:
During grilling, grease or oil may drip onto the stove surface, requiring extensive cleaning time.
Grilling meat directly on the stove
Step 1: First, wipe the stove surface clean and adjust the heat to the lowest setting, then turn on the meat grilling mode.
Step 2: Place the pre-marinated meat on the cooking area of the stove. This area is usually designed with a pink color or red light around it.
Step 3: Ensure to turn the meat evenly to ensure it cooks uniformly, avoiding burning or drying out.
Advantages:
The meat cooks quickly, saving both electricity and time.
When cooked, the meat has a shiny golden color and cooks evenly when in direct contact with the stove surface.
Drawback:
The meat may lose its flavor and burn if users do not turn it evenly.
Cleaning the stove consumes a lot of effort and time.
Grilling Meat with Aluminum Foil
Step 1: Firstly, lay aluminum foil flat and place the pre-prepared meat on it, then wrap the meat tightly.
Step 2: Place the wrapped meat on the stove and evenly turn the meat, adjusting the temperature accordingly.
Advantages:
Food does not burn when grilled, and it retains its characteristic delicious aroma.
No lingering odors on the body.
Preserves the full nutritional value of food.
Drawback
Requires a lot of effort and time for cooking.
3. Important considerations when grilling with infrared stove
- Adjust the temperature appropriately, avoid grilling food at too low a temperature, which would cause the food to cook for too long.
Avoid placing food directly on the stove surface to save time on cleaning.
You can use a grilling rack or tray to cook food thoroughly and make cleaning equipment easier.
When grilling, place the food in the center of the stove surface to shorten the cooking time.
Do not touch the infrared area of the stove while cooking as it can cause burns easily.
Use appropriate power sources for each type of stove.
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