Very often, Kazan is used not only in nature, but at home. The hostess know well that it is able to perfectly replace the pans and frying pan, as it is intended not only for the pilaf, but also for soups, meat and other goodies. How to choose the right aluminum cauldron and make it so that he serves for many years, let's talk in our article.
Myths.
Not all people recognize and appreciate the dishes from aluminum. This is because several unreliable facts about this material are heated and transmitted from mouth to mouth. Let's try to figure out such myths.
Some seriously believe that aluminum dishes are able to harm health. However, this is not quite true. If the cauldron is processed correctly before applying it, a protective film will appear on the surface. It will save food from burning, and also will not be released from alloy harmful substances. In addition, manufacturers usually value their reputation, and therefore Products are special checks and tests.
Another error is the statement that the utensils from aluminum is not able to serve for a long time. There are even assumptions that she can melt. In the case when it comes to high-quality cast Kazan, it is simply not possible.
And finally, there is an opinion that cooking in aluminum dishes negatively affects the quality of food. It is also easy to challenge. In Kazan made of aluminum food will slowly languish, the main thing is to correctly choose the temperature regime.
Cast iron, indeed, it is better to keep warm, but this factor is not decisive, as it is capable of doing aluminum well.
How to choose
Cooking dishes in cast-iron dishes has some nuances, so newcomers and those who do not like unnecessary trouble should turn their attention to aluminum. Durally Kazan is great for the electric stove, but it is possible to prepare in it on gas.
When choosing a suitable cauldron, you should decide on its shape. Most often, standard products that have the shape of the hemisphere are offered. However, there are features here. Undoubtedly, if there is a special stand in the house, or the cauldron is necessary for cooking on the fire, this option will be perfect. Food is easily mixed and does not remain in the corners.
If we are talking, for example, about the gas stove, there may be your difficulties. In such a situation, attention should be paid to models having a flat bottom. Inside the cauldron will also be rounded that it will not hurt the preparation of loved dishes.
Next you need to decide on the volume. If the food is planned to be prepared on the stove, you should take a cauldron for no more than 8 liters. This size will be enough to feed the pilaf from 10 to 12 people. The products with a volume of more than 8 liters may have a uniform heating problem, so it is recommended to use them in other cases, for example, when cooking on a grill or a fire, as you can increase the warm-up zone.
The simplest products from aluminum presented on store shelves have a rather democratic cost. However, it is better to choose a thick-walled cauldron for the preparation of the pila. In addition, the models with a non-stick coating reliably entered. As you know, it protects food from burning. In addition, such products are very easily clean, it is enough just to boil the water in them.
Aluminum Anti-Performance Perfect for the preparation of Plov. Users recommend it additionally to envelop it so that food cools slower.
The process of frying will require control, It is very important to correctly calculate the required temperature on the stove. Manufacturers offer for Casans from aluminum such types of coatings as Teflon - ordinary and multilayer, ceramic and titanium-ceramic. Each of them has its own nuances to which should be prepared. Titanium-ceramic is considered the most reliable. He is not terrible mechanical effects and the effect of high temperatures.
With Teflon It is necessary to contact very carefully. If you heat the cauldron without fat, it may be damaged. In addition, mechanical impact in this case does not pass without consequences.
If Teflon is laid in several layers, it increases the susceptibility of the coating to the heat.
Ceramics - Absolutely safe, but at the same time a very gentle coverage. It does not tolerate mechanical impact. When operating, you need to purchase a special inventory, for example, blades made of plastic and wood. All listed types of coatings have a minimum density of 20 microns. Before choosing aluminum cauldron, you need to pay attention to which method was applied during the manufacturing process. According to consumer reviews, it is not the best idea to acquire stamped options. The optimal option is a cast product that has dense walls of more than 2 centimeters in thickness.
Casuals with all listed types of coverage are best manifesting themselves on the stove. Therefore, nature lovers are recommended to take models simpler, they will greatly cope with the responsibilities assigned to them. In addition, they will not take much space and do not burden overnight weight. For example, tourists will be quite ordinary aluminum cauldron, the wall thickness of which is only 2 centimeters, and has no protective coating with a lid.
Processing before use
Before using the aluminum cauldron for the first time, it needs to be processed. First of all, we are talking about calcination. Do it better outdoors, as there will be an unpleasant smell and a lot of smoke. If it is not possible to go outside, you should open all the windows in the kitchen, turn on the hood when it is presented and closed the door tightly.
The calcination is made as follows.
- To begin with, the cauldron needs to be washed and dried. After that, it is put on a weak fire for 1 - 1.5 hours. During this time, the production oil should disappear completely. It should be borne in mind that high temperatures are forbidden to use when calcining. Their impact may harm the product.
- After the production oil is removed, on the walls of the product you need to create a new protective oil film. In this case, a vegetable product is used. Its volume will depend on the size of the Kazan himself. On average, the procedure takes from 0.5 to 1 liter of vegetable oil.
- The oil must be pouring into the cauldron and put on a weak fire for half an hour. It will be necessary to observe the process and from time to time to tilt the product so that its inner surface is completely covered with liquid. After that, turn off the plate and cool the cauldron, then drain cold oil from it.
- The product is washed under the jet of not too hot water without the use of detergents and cleaning preparations, and then thoroughly wipes. A soft cloth should be moistened in oil and wipe the inner walls. On this processing is completed. However, caution should be taken before use, because the oil is flammable liquid.
Further care for the cauldron is not as complicated as preparations for operation. However, it should be borne in mind that If the protective layer is damaged, the procedure will be necessary to repeat.
Cannot be used with aluminum dishes hard cleaning devices.
Other rules of care
After cooking in aluminum cauldron, it should be carefully cleaned. In this case, prolonged soaking, especially using detergents. The optimal option will be Simple rinsing in clean water and wiping with a sponge.
So that the Kazan served as long as possible, after it washed, you can carry out the following procedure. It is filled with water to almost the edges, boiled, wipes, after which a small oil layer is again applied to it. Further, Kazan can be sent for storage. Hospitals need to be borne in mind that the remaining food particles are very quickly sticking to the walls. If it still happened, the cauldron will have to soak. It is necessary to do it in clean warm water.
Mark is important
Most often, the same manufacturer produces dishes made from a variety of materials. Despite this, all products have their own shape and volumes that directly affect cooking. According to consumer reviews, the brand does not play a decisive role. However, according to the survey The best aluminum caulders were recognized by those produced in Central Asia.
It is impossible to bypass the company manufacturers of the North Caucasus and Tatarstan. Their products are famous for the available price and good quality.
Chinese models are also presented on store shelves, however, they are considered to be more suitable for the preparation of simple dishes, such as noodles and soup. Prepare in them a real and tasty pilaf is quite problematic.
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