Whether you have a small kitchen or live in a dorm room, you need to eat. Of course, you can order takeout, but home-cooked meals can have a completely different taste. Fortunately, you don't need a lot to make a delicious meal. These small kitchen appliances are perfect if you are working in a small space.
When you think of small or compact kitchen appliances, you may think of one useless, low-quality tool. But these six items are actually so useful that you'll probably use them every day. You don't need a ton of cooking equipment or an Instant Pot. You can cook just about anything with a 5-inch skillet or compact air fryer. That's what I was told. These are some of the best kitchen gadgets, and they're all available for less than $60 on Amazon.
1. GreenPan Mini Healthy Ceramic Nonstick 5-Inch Egg Pan, $16.45 (Original $22)
A mini frying pan is perfect for cooking an egg or a pancake, but you can also use it to cook a small batch of bacon, sauté vegetables, or heat up a sauce. If you don't need a large pot, use a small one. It doesn't take up much space and is easy to clean.
2. Instant Pot Vortex 4-in-1, 2-Quart Mini Air Fryer, $55 – $67.98
This 2-quart air fryer from the makers of the Instant Pot can also bake, reheat, and roast foods. It's large enough to hold about 2 chicken breasts or up to 6 chicken wings at a time. This size is especially great if you just want to make snacks or if you usually only cook for one person.
3. Mini Whisk Stainless Steel, 2-pack, $3.49
You won't understand the charm of the mini whisk until you try it. Perfect for beating eggs, mixing small amounts of sauce, stirring powdered ingredients, and making matcha in small cups or bowls. The small size loop fits easily into small containers and mixes better than a fork.
4. Olrid Electric Mini Food Processor, $21.99
This mini wireless food processor allows you to mince garlic, chop vegetables, and quickly mix sauces. Just put the ingredients inside and press the button to carve. Available in 250ml (1 cup) and 350ml (1.5 cup) sizes, both under $22.
5. DASH Mini Toaster Oven, $21.99 – $29.99
This mini toaster oven is perfect for warming up and crisping up small dishes. It comes with a small tray that can hold mini pizzas, bagels, sandwiches, cookies, etc. You control the timer by turning a dial, but don't worry, it has a function that automatically turns off the power even if you forget. Since they are so small, the dishes are cooked quickly. However, its size also makes it perfect for dorm rooms and small kitchens. (There are also 4 colors!)
6. George Foreman Classic Plate Electric Indoor Grill and Panini Press, $25.66 – $29.89
You're probably familiar with the George Foreman Grill, which is the brand's two-serving size. You can use it to quickly prepare burgers, chicken, paninis, and more. You can also store it horizontally in your kitchen cabinet, minimizing space.
