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Modern problems require modern solutions. After long working hours, you’re bound to look for quick and efficient kitchen solutions that can help you get over the chores without compromising your health. One of the most compact and handy kitchen gadgets that can share your kitchen load is a hand blender.
Hand blenders, also known as immersion or stick blenders, are versatile kitchen tools that simplify blending, pureeing, and whisking tasks. Whether you're making smoothies, soups, or sauces, using a hand blender correctly can save time and deliver excellent results. If you just got your Usha’s hand blender, here is an easy manual on how to master the kitchen tool.
Know Your Blender
The first and foremost step to effectively use a hand blender is to familiarise yourself with the kitchen gadget. Read the manual to get familiar with the detachable blending shaft, the motor controls, attachments, and speed settings. Once you know which setting and speed is the best for each process, you’ll be able to nail all dishes.
The Right Container
After you’re set with your Usha’s hand blender to whip some quick recipes, the next step is to choose the right container for blending. To make sure you don’t spill the ingredients while blending, pick a tall and narrow container. Also, to ensure smooth and mess-free blending, it’s recommended that you only fill a container to its two-thirds capacity, leaving space for the ingredients to move.
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Mastering The Speed
No matter if you’re whipping cream or blending hard vegetables, always start at the lower speed setting. Once the ingredients start to break down, you can gradually increase the speed, making the process efficient and faster. Rather than blending at full speed, you should pulse and get better control over the consistency and texture of the mixture, as per your recipe demands.
Keep The Blades Submerged
One of the most important tips to blend evenly without splattering is to keep the blades of your Usha’s hand blender fully submerged in the ingredients. This is important as when the blades break the surface of the ingredients, they are bound to fling in all directions. So, even for recipes that require aeration, like whipping heavy cream, you can move the hand blender while keeping the blades submerged.
Blending Motions
Lastly, you can make the most of your Usha’s blender by mastering different motions to blend different ingredients. For example, if you’re making a smooth puree, hold the hand blender at a slight angle while moving it around the container. On the other hand, while blending chunky ingredients, hold the blender at the same angle for about 2-3 seconds, then move to another spot and repeat till smooth.
