Vår nybörjarguide till matberedare
Matberedaren är designad för att göra det snabbare och enklare att skapa hemlagad mat från grunden, med en mångsidighet som gör den till den mest underskattade hjälten i de flesta kök. Det är faktiskt inte många matlagningsförberedelser som den inte kan hjälpa till med, vilket ger dig tid och energi över till att vara kreativ.
Men om du är relativt ny på att använda det här multifunktionella köksredskapet är det lätt att bli lite överväldigad av hur och när du ska använda alla olika skivor och tillbehör. Så här kommer några tips på hur du får ut så mycket som möjligt av din matberedare. När du inser hur mycket den kommer du garanterat inte att vilja vara utan en.
Think of a food processor as an extra pair of hands in the kitchen. A good model can chop, slice, grate, grind, whisk, blend, purée and knead-making light work of some of the more time and labour intensive kitchen prep work. They come in varying capacities and with multiple different tools and attachments which are each designed to tackle a specific task in seconds. Some of our models like the MultiPro Excel or MultiPro Compact+ even have built in digital scales so you can weigh your ingredients directly into the bowl.
What size food processor do I need?
When considering what size food processor you need, think about how you will be using it-for instance, will you often be prepping food for larger groups of people, as well as how much space you have on your worktop and in your cupboards to store it. Our food processors come in a range of sizes. Generally the larger models will have more features and functions, like the MultiPro Excel which is our largest premium food processor and blender with a 4 litre capacity bowl.
If you’re short on storage space in your kitchen our MultiPro range includes a dual drive base for food processor bowls and blenders to save you valuable space. We also have more compact models like the MultiPro Express, which is our smallest 3 litre processor. Designed to maximise workspace and minimise storage, it’s compact enough to sit on your worktop but still more than serves the needs of a family cook.
If you’re short on storage space in your kitchen our MultiPro range includes a dual drive base for food processor bowls and blenders to save you valuable space. We also have more compact models like the MultiPro Express, which is our smallest 3 litre processor. Designed to maximise workspace and minimise storage, it’s compact enough to sit on your worktop but still more than serves the needs of a family cook.
Choosing the right food processor
As well as thinking about the size of food processor you need, consider what tasks you need it to perform, both now and in the future. Most models will come with a selection of standard blades and discs, but more advanced models come with an array of additional attachments and different sized discs and blades, which will open up a new world of possibilities and allow you to really experiment.
If you’re a keen smoothie drinker or make a lot of soups it would make sense to buy a model which also has a blender attachment. The more functions a model can perform, the more appliance boxes it ticks.
When choosing a food processor it is also important you buy one with a powerful motor, and a strong, durable unit. The entire range of Kenwood food processors boast the strongest motors and have been made with robust finishes in either plastic or high quality metal. Our MultiPro range also feature shatterproof, impact resistant and dishwasher safe Eastman Tritan™ Bowls. Our products are built to be used regularly- and to last.
When choosing a food processor it is also important you buy one with a powerful motor, and a strong, durable unit. The entire range of Kenwood food processors boast the strongest motors and have been made with robust finishes in either plastic or high quality metal. Our MultiPro range also feature shatterproof, impact resistant and dishwasher safe Eastman Tritan™ Bowls. Our products are built to be used regularly- and to last.
Understanding food processor tools and attachments
Attachments and functions vary depending on the model, but here is a summary of some of the key attachments and tools for Kenwood food processors. Each one is designed to deliver quick, precise and consistent results, every time:
Knife blades: Our micro-serrated knife blades are one of the most versatile food processor attachments, designed to take on a range of food prep tasks
Slicing discs: Made from durable stainless steel, slicing discs deliver evenly sized, precision-cut slices
Grating discs: Effortlessly grating large quantities of cheese or vegetables in seconds
Whisk tool: Our unique dual metal whisk creates light and airy meringues and perfect whipped cream, without any mess
Dough tool: Make delicious bread, pasta and pizza dough in minutes, without any of the hard work of hand mixing and kneading. The dough tool also ensures all your ingredients are mixed consistently
Folding tool: Recreates the classic bakers’ folding technique to make mouthwatering cakes, mousses and meringues
Citrus juicer: Enjoy making fresh lemon, lime, grapefruit or orange juice in mere moments, with no pulp
Knife blades: Our micro-serrated knife blades are one of the most versatile food processor attachments, designed to take on a range of food prep tasks
Slicing discs: Made from durable stainless steel, slicing discs deliver evenly sized, precision-cut slices
Grating discs: Effortlessly grating large quantities of cheese or vegetables in seconds
Whisk tool: Our unique dual metal whisk creates light and airy meringues and perfect whipped cream, without any mess
Dough tool: Make delicious bread, pasta and pizza dough in minutes, without any of the hard work of hand mixing and kneading. The dough tool also ensures all your ingredients are mixed consistently
Folding tool: Recreates the classic bakers’ folding technique to make mouthwatering cakes, mousses and meringues
Citrus juicer: Enjoy making fresh lemon, lime, grapefruit or orange juice in mere moments, with no pulp
The main uses of a food processor
A good food processor is a cook’s best friend in the kitchen-whizzing through time-consuming food prep tasks in minutes. Here’s just some of the ways you can use a food processor to make creating tasty homemade food quicker and easier:
Chopping fruit and vegetables
Chopping, grating, slicing-this is where your food processor can really save you time and effort in the kitchen; allowing you to prep large quantities of fruit and vegetables in no time at all. The MultiPro Excel’s extra wide feed tube means you can add large ingredients such as whole onions or potatoes without having to prepare them first, while the MultiPro Express has an Express Serve™ attachment which allows you to grate, slice and dice straight onto your dish or pan, with no need to wash the main bowl!
Making soup
Turn your left over veg into a wholesome courgette and garlic soup using your food processor. Our MultiPro Excel, MultiPro Sense and MultiPro Classic models have ThermoResist blenders, made of specially designed heatproof glass, meaning you can blend piping hot or very cold ingredients without worrying about cracking or shattering the glass-just remember never to overfill the jug.
Making French fries
Yes, you can even use some of our food processors to make French fries! The MultiPro Excel, our top of the range model, comes with a french fry disc which allows you to make perfect, consistently sized fries in seconds.
For a different take on fries, try our recipe for Baked Courgette Fries
For a different take on fries, try our recipe for Baked Courgette Fries
Making sauces and dips
It’s quick and easy to make your favourite sauces, pesto, dips and dressings in your food processor. Simply throw your ingredients into the bowl and pulse to your desired consistency. And because you get to decide what goes into them (and what stays out), homemade versions can be much healthier than what you’d find in the shops, with far less salt and no preservatives. Whizz a fresh, chunky salsa up in minutes, or try this delicious falafel with tahini sauce recipe-great served as a starter or light lunch.
Säkerhetstips för matberedare
Alla våra matberedare är konstruerade för att göra matlagningen enkel och säker, men som för alla elektriska apparater med rörliga delar finns det några vanliga säkerhetsåtgärder att tänka på när du använder dem:
Håll händer och redskap borta från bladen:
Koppla alltid bort strömmen från elnätet innan du sätter händerna eller redskap nära knivbladen. Tillsätt endast ingredienser till skålen via matningsröret när maskinen används och lämna aldrig barn utan uppsikt nära vassa delar eller en maskin som är inkopplad.
Håll matberedaren borta från vätskor när den är påslagen
Var försiktig när du häller vätska i eller ur matberedaren och se till att strömkabeln och uttaget hålls torra.
Rengör och torka av noggrant efter användning
Stäng av matberedaren och dra ur sladden när du är klar med den. Ta bort skålen från motorenheten innan du försiktigt avlägsnar knivblad eller skärskivor. Diska med varmt diskvatten – de flesta tillbehör är maskindisksäkra, men kontrollera alltid instruktionerna för den enskilda produkten. Torka av motorenheten med en fuktig trasa för att avlägsna eventuella matrester – sänk aldrig ned den i vatten. Koppla alltid bort apparaten från elnätet och dra ur kontakten när den inte används.
Tillbehör och delar
Använd endast officiella Kenwood-tillbehör och -delar till matberedaren. För mer information, besök vår webbplats.
Upptäck våra recept som kan tillagas med en matberedare
Det finns ingen gräns för vad du kan åstadkomma med lite hjälp från matberedaren – allt från förrätter till middagsbjudningar och plockmat som gyozadumplings till huvudmåltider som pajer och curry, såser, desserter, kakor och till och med fräscha drycker.
Om du behöver inspiration kan du ta en titt på vår samling med recept som har tagits fram speciellt av våra kockar för Kenwoods sortiment av matberedare.
Utforska Kenwood-sortimentet
Oavsett om du letar efter en modell som kombinerar både matberedare och mixer, eller en utrymmesbesparande maskin som inte dominerar ditt kök, har vi ett fantastiskt utbud av marknadsledande, multifunktionella matberedare att välja bland.
Utforska Kenwoods sortiment av matberedare och gör dig redo att skapa en värld av nya läckra och spännande hemlagade måltider, oavsett hur mycket eller lite tid du har. Så vad ska vi göra idag?