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Wet Grinders, also known as Stone Grinders, are specially used to make batters.
Types of Jars
Different jars have different functions. So when you are looking at different models, choose those that have jars that cater to your needs.
Key Usages:
Blending liquids, making batters, shakes, juices, crushes, and smoothies.
Key Usages:
Blending, chopping, grinding spices, and making chutney
Key Usages:
Wet grinding (batters), dry grinding (spices), and blending
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Chopping and slicing fruits and vegetables, blending liquids, and kneading dough
Key Usages:
Extracting juice from fruits (barring citrus fruits), and vegetables
Blade Types and Functions
Considering types of blades that come with your Mixer Grinder or Food Processor is important. There are multiple kinds of blades with various functions, including wet and dry grinding. Always choose blades that suit your functional needs.
| Blade Types | Functions |
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| Shredding Disc |
Shreds cheese, fruits and vegetables |
| Coarse Grater |
Grates vegetables (like carrots and beetroots), chocolates and creams |
| Slicing Disc |
Slices fruits and vegetables |
| Dry Grinding Blade |
Grinds dry masala, rice and sugar |
| Wet Grinding Blade |
Blends lentils, makes lassi and vegetable purees |
| Wet Grinding Stones |
Makes food batter |
| Chutney Grinding Blade |
Prepares chutneys and pickles |
| Dough Blade |
Kneads dough more efficiently |
| Mixing Blade |
Mixes liquid and soft ingredients evenly |
| Dicing Blade |
Dices fruits and vegetables evenly |
| Whisk |
Makes thick shakes and frothy coffees, and whips eggs |
While checking the blades type, don’t forget to check the material. Most of the blades are made of stainless steel material to last longer and yet handles the task quickly.
Specifications
Power
The power of the motor is denoted in watts. Higher wattage ensures the motor performs heavy-duty operations better. A 500W or 750W motor is ideal for an Indian kitchen.
Number of Jars
Each blending or grinding appliance will come with a varied number of jars. Depending on the function and your usage requirements, consider the number of jars you get with any product you are looking at.
Speed (RPM)
The RPM (Revolutions Per Minute) denotes how many times the blades can rotate per minute. Anything from 18,000 to 23,000 RPM is a smart choice.
Bowl Size
Bowl size usually range between 1.5 litres to 4 litres. The ideal bowl size for an Indian family is 2.5 litres.
Maximum Run Time
This is the standard operating time for which an appliance can run continuously. Higher the maximum run time, longer its uninterrupted operation.
Feed Tube
The feed tube is used for precise chopping, slicing and dicing. Look for a feed tube with adjustable sizes to easily add different sizes of fruits and vegetables.
Key Features
Once you are done checking all the technical aspects of your desired Food Processor, consider these key features.
Overload Protection
This feature acts as a circuit breaker, which prevents overloading of the jars or bowls and further damage to the motor.
Pulse Feature
This feature controls the speed and aids the grinding process of delicate food items like whipping eggs or making milkshakes.
Safety Lock
The safety lock ensures that the appliance is locked to prevent any accidents while operating.
Quality and Durability
The quality and durability of the Food Processor depends on the materials used for different parts. The outer body should be made ofhigh-quality plastic, while jars and blades should be made of stainless steel.
Speed Controls
The speed controls allow the user to set the speed based on the desired granularity. Most models come with variable speed and pulse options.
Anti-Slip Feet
Anti-slip feet help maintain the balance of the food processing appliance on the kitchen platform.