Why Buy a Built in Combi Microwave?
If you're looking to replace your countertop microwave with a smart appliance that grills as well as bakes, you should consider a built in combi microwave. RDO offers a wide selection of new and ex display models.
Measure your cabinetry before choosing a model to ensure that the item will be able to fit comfortably. Choose a power setting and program settings that match your needs.
Multi-stage cooking
A built-in combi microwave can be used to cook and grill food or bake in the oven with various methods. It is the most versatile microwave available with numerous functions that can be tailored to a variety of cooking styles.
Top of the line models combine microwave energy with hot air convection, which gives various options for cooking at home. Some models will allow you to defrost, then microwave, roast, or bake your meal, for the perfect finish.
These combi microwaves are perfect for families with busy schedules. They let you cook or heat frozen food quickly and also avoid having to take out take-out meals, or ready-made snacks. The best combi microwaves will also allow you to bake or toast various kinds of frozen snacks, like cinnamon crisps, and fat-free potato wafers - and in just a minute or two!
Microwaves that make use of a combination of different heating methods, like a fan or convection, can be used to steam food that can aid in making healthier meals. They can also cook meals that would normally require a longer cooking time in the oven, like roasted meats, lasagne and baked pasta which will be soft and oozing inside with an ideal brown crust on the outside, after only a few minutes cooking in a microwave combi.
The most efficient microwaves for kitchen use several pre-set programs that will eliminate any doubt and give you peace of mind knowing your food is cooked in a safe and efficient manner. There are menus for children for children who are younger, sensors technology, and reheating programs that are designed to ensure your meals are prepared correctly each time.
Convection cooking
A built in combi microwave is a great way to avoid having an oven and microwave separate in your kitchen. They are typically smaller than traditional microwaves, however they come with a range of extra features that allow you to cook, roast, and grill food to perfection. Certain models have broiler features, which allows you to give food a quick golden brown appearance.
A good combi microwave should also have convection heating, which can accelerate the cooking process and improve its taste too. This is particularly helpful when you're trying to reduce the loss of moisture when baking a cake or roasting meats.
When selecting a combo microwave, ensure you take its capacity into consideration too. This will depend on how many people you typically cook for and if your family is eating at different times. For larger households, a large combi microwave with a high power rating is ideal.
Steaming is another useful feature that is available on various microwave combo ovens. This feature can help seal in nutrients and flavor as well as keeping your food moist, crisp and fresh. This is particularly helpful when reheating or defrosting foods such as fish, veggies and casseroles.
A Panasonic combination microwave will allow you to experiment with new cooking methods and recipes. A Panasonic microwave with various heat sources that are working together, with a range of pre-set programmes can allow you to improve your skills, perfect your favourite dishes and challenge your culinary limits. Make the investment in one of these appliances and you could soon be enjoying healthy, home cooked meals that beat the price and calories of fast food restaurants.
Grilling
You can cook delicious meals in a microwave using the grill function. It's perfect for meals such as sandwiches, pizza and chips, but you can also use it to cook vegetables or meat, as well as for baking other tasks. Microwaves that have grill functions are also faster than conventional ovens, which means they're great for families that are busy.
If you are unsure if your microwave has lost its power, try heating an ice cube. If your microwave takes longer to heat than it normally does it may be losing energy and will need to be replaced. You should also look for other indicators to determine whether your microwave is in danger of failing, such as:
Microwave ovens that have grilling capabilities offer a variety of benefits over standard models. They can cook and reheat at the same time and are usually more energy-efficient. They're easy to clean and come with more features than a standard microwave.
Anyone who wants the best out of their kitchen appliances should consider a microwave with grill. At RDO we offer various new, graded, and ex-display combi microwaves from top manufacturers including Miele, Siemens and Smeg.
A combi microwave is a mix of an oven and a microwave. It is able to do everything a regular microwave can include defrost and bake as well as have additional features like grilling and convection. These functions can cut down on cooking time and deliver delicious healthy, nutritious meals. integrated microwave oven combo at RDO come with a variety of innovative features, such as auto cook menus flat bed surfaces, and premium touch control panels.
Defrosting
A built-in microwave is a great option for those who want to have the best of both possibilities when it comes down to cooking. Not only are these multifunctional appliances capable of defrosting cooking and grilling food, but they also offer many clever functions that allow you to get a broad variety of results.
Most microwaves come with an Defrost option which allows you to defrost food quickly and evenly. This setting asks you to enter the kind of food item, its weight, and calculate the optimal time for defrosting based on those factors. You can also use the manual defrost option by placing the food on a microwave safe plate, and following the directions on the interactive display of your microwave.
The defrost function in a microwave is activated by turning on the magnetron, which generates high frequency that heats food. The defrost mode uses lower power levels than other settings (around 20-30% of the total output) which allows it to thaw the food more slowly and without overcooking. It may be necessary to rotate your food or break up larger pieces of meat in order to ensure an even defrosting.
It is important to keep in mind that thawing food items in the refrigerator takes longer than using a microwave however, it has the benefit of cooking the rest of your meal while it is defrosting. Defrosted meat should not be left at room temperature for too long. This can trigger bacteria growth. Defrosting meat at least an hour or more before cooking is a good idea to prepare for. To aid you in planning the meal, microwaves typically have a handy timer function which shows how long remains on the defrosting cycle.