For some people, finding the balance between healthy eating and time management can be difficult. Many try to cut back on calories and control their diet, while others try to save time by eating junk food which can be harmful for the body in the long run; the body’s nutritional needs are not fulfilled, and the excessive amount of carbs, sugar, trans fat and sodium can trigger multiple health risks. A balanced diet should include food from the five food groups: protein, vegetables, fruits, grains and dairy. However, preparing so many varieties of food on a daily basis might be a hassle.

Enter the world of multi-cookers where cooking nutritious meals has never been more convenient.

For some people, finding the balance between healthy eating and time management can be difficult. Many try to cut back on calories and control their diet, while others try to save time by eating junk food which can be harmful for the body in the long run; the body’s nutritional needs are not fulfilled, and the excessive amount of carbs, sugar, trans fat and sodium can trigger multiple health risks. A balanced diet should include food from the five food groups: protein, vegetables, fruits, grains and dairy. However, preparing so many varieties of food on a daily basis might be a hassle.

Enter the world of multi-cookers where cooking nutritious meals has never been more convenient.

HOW CAN A MULTI-COOKER IMPROVE YOUR DIET?

Previously, we have explained what a multi-cooker is and what you can make with it, but how can it really benefit your diet and lifestyle? When it comes to cooking, everyone appreciates convenience—some people, especially working individuals and students might even need it—but we want the best foods for ourselves and our loved ones. A multi-cooker does not only make cooking easier and faster, its features also enables the preparation of a wide variety of dishes. You can add different types of ingredients that will make up a balanced diet such as protein, carbs, vegetables and even beans in one pot, and turn them into delicious and nutritious dishes in a few clicks of a button.

The pressure cooking function available in most multi-cookers can also cook foods 30 percent quicker than other conventional cooking methods and use 50 to 75 percent less energy due to the shorter cooking time. Besides, multi-cookers can replace many kitchen appliances such as a rice cooker, pressure cooker, slow cooker, and steamer. You can also use multi-cookers to make healthy foods like whole grains, beans or even pre-cooked meals in big batches to be used as side dishes or base for other meals for the week.

These features make multi-cookers a very practical kitchen appliance for busy individuals, stay-at-home parents and big families alike.

HOW CAN A MULTI-COOKER IMPROVE YOUR DIET?

Previously, we have explained what a multi-cooker is and what you can make with it, but how can it really benefit your diet and lifestyle?

When it comes to cooking, everyone appreciates convenience—some people, especially working individuals and students might even need it—but we want the best foods for ourselves and our loved ones. A multi-cooker does not only make cooking easier and faster, its features also enables the preparation of a wide variety of dishes. You can add different types of ingredients that will make up a balanced diet such as protein, carbs, vegetables and even beans in one pot, and turn them into delicious and nutritious dishes in a few clicks of a button.

The pressure cooking function available in most multi-cookers can also cook foods 30 percent quicker than other conventional cooking methods and use 50 to 75 percent less energy due to the shorter cooking time. Besides, multi-cookers can replace many kitchen appliances such as a rice cooker, pressure cooker, slow cooker, and steamer. You can also use multi-cookers to make healthy foods like whole grains, beans or even pre-cooked meals in big batches to be used as side dishes or base for other meals for the week.

These features make multi-cookers a very practical kitchen appliance for busy individuals, stay-at-home parents and big families alike.

TIPS FOR COOKING WITH MULTI-COOKER

Here are some important tips for you when cooking with a multi-cooker.

Do not overfill the pot

Multi-cookers have built-in safety features. Overfilling your multi-cooker—especially with liquids—can build excess pressure and cause the liquid to flow out of the steam valve and in the long run, might destroy the appliance.

Pay attention to ingredients that can bloat

Certain ingredients such as dried foods, grains and beans absorb liquid and expand in size while cooking, so it’s important to not go more than half of the max-fill line

Use less cooking oil

Less oil is used when you prepare food in the multi-cooker, especially when you use the stir-fry or sauté option as the temperature stability and the inner coating of a multi-cooker pot reduce the risk of burning the ingredients. Using less oil keeps your food more nutritious and free of saturated fats.

TIPS FOR COOKING WITH

MULTI-COOKER

Here are some important tips for you when cooking with a multi-cooker.

Do not over fill the poy

Multi-cookers have built-in safety features. Overfilling your multi-cooker—especially with liquids—can build excess pressure and cause the liquid to flow out of the steam valve and in the long run, might destroy the appliance.

Pay attention to ingredients that can bloat

Certain ingredients such as dried foods, grains and beans absorb liquid and expand in size while cooking, so it’s important to not go more than half of the max-fill line.

Use less cooking oil

Less oil is used when you prepare food in the multi-cooker, especially when you use the stir-fry or sauté option as the temperature stability and the inner coating of a multi-cooker pot reduce the risk of burning the ingredients. Using less oil keeps your food more nutritious and free of saturated fats.

MULTI-COOKER RECIPES FOR NUTRITIOUS MEALS

OIL-FREE FRIED SALMON

Ingredients:

2 Salmon Filets with Skin (± 340 gr)
Teriyaki Sauce
Black Pepper
All-Purpose Flour
2 pieces of Garlic
1/2 tbsp of Kosher Salt

Seasoning:

1 tbsp Mirin
1 tbsp Sugar
2 tbsp Soy Sauce

Method:

Absorb the excess water off the salmon fillet.
Sprinkle kosher salt and black pepper on both sides of the salmon fillet.
Coat both sides of the salmon fillet with all-purpose flour. Remove excess flour.
Select [FRY], set [10 MINS], press [START].
Stir-fry the garlic for 2 mins.
Add in the salmon fillet and fry both sides for another 3 mins.
Pour the mixture into the pot and let it fry for another 3 mins.
Serve the salmon on a plate and coat the fish with Teriyaki sauce.
Serve while it is hot.

TOMATO CHICKEN RICE

Ingredients A:

5 cloves Garlic (peeled and chopped)
300g Chicken Breast
1 tsp Salt
1 tbsp Tomato Paste

Ingredients B:

4 cups White Rice
700ml Water
2pcs Tomatoes (cut into large chunks)

Method:

Turn on the multi-cooker, select [FRY] and set the timer to [10 mins]. Press [START].
Stir-fry the garlic and chicken breast in the pot.
Add in salt and tomato paste and stir well.
Remove Ingredients A from the cookers.
Pour Ingredients B into the pot.
Pour Ingredients A into the pot. Select [RICE] and press [START].
Garnish with chopped coriander before serving.

MULTI-COOKER RECIPES FOR NUTRITIOUS MEALS

OIL-FREE FRIED SALMON

Ingredients:

2 Salmon Filets with Skin (± 340 gr)
Teriyaki Sauce
Black Pepper
All-Purpose Flour
2 pieces of Garlic
1/2 tbsp of Kosher Salt

Seasoning:

1 tbsp Mirin
1 tbsp Sugar
2 tbsp Soy Sauce

Method:

Absorb the excess water off the salmon fillet.
Sprinkle kosher salt and black pepper on both sides of the salmon fillet.
Coat both sides of the salmon fillet with all-purpose flour. Remove excess flour.
Select [FRY], set [10 MINS], press [START].
Stir-fry the garlic for 2 mins.
Add in the salmon fillet and fry both sides for another 3 mins.
Pour the mixture into the pot and let it fry for another 3 mins.
Serve the salmon on a plate and coat the fish with Teriyaki sauce.
Serve while it is hot.

TOMATO CHICKEN RICE

Ingredients A:

5 cloves Garlic (peeled and chopped)
300g Chicken Breast
1 tsp Salt
1 tbsp Tomato Paste

Ingredients B:

4 cups White Rice
700ml Water
2pcs Tomatoes (cut into large chunks)

Method:

Turn on the multi-cooker, select [FRY] and set the timer to [10 mins]. Press [START].
Stir-fry the garlic and chicken breast in the pot.
Add in salt and tomato paste and stir well.
Remove Ingredients A from the cookers.
Pour Ingredients B into the pot.
Pour Ingredients A into the pot. Select [RICE] and press [START].
Garnish with chopped coriander before serving.

If you want to enjoy nutritional meals regularly with an easier cooking process and shorter preparation time, pressure multi-cookers are the best option. There are different types of multi-cookers available in the market. For those looking for a convenient, time-efficient and a truly all-in-one multi-cooker, CUCKOO’s CH10 can be one of your best options. It comes with 18 cooking modes, including high-pressure-cooking and slow-cooking features and 22 safety features.

If you want to enjoy nutritional meals regularly with an easier cooking process and shorter preparation time, pressure multi-cookers are the best option. There are different types of multi-cookers available in the market. For those looking for a convenient, time-efficient and a truly all-in-one multi-cooker, CUCKOO’s CH10 can be one of your best options. It comes with 18 cooking modes, including high-pressure-cooking and slow-cooking features and 22 safety features.