Whether you're a self-proclaimed culinary expert or you've just vowed to yourself that you won't order as much takeout food, having innovative kitchen gadgets on hand can make your life a lot easier.
Best of all, you don't have to buy many of these nifty cooking supplies from specialty stores, you can buy them directly from Amazon and have them delivered straight to your door.
Amazon has an endless selection of kitchen products. That's why we asked food experts to recommend some of their tried-and-true favorites. From strawberry peelers to potato ricers, here are Amazon products that will satisfy any kitchen expert.
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Use this peeler for everything from carrots and potatoes to butternut squash and eggplant to make meal prep a breeze.
“A sharp, well-functioning peeler is very important,” he says. rodney fly dunk, Table 301 Corporate Chef. “I like to use something with a horizontal blade.”
plus? This pick comes in a variety of shades, so you're sure to find one that matches your kitchen aesthetic.
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Ditch your old cardboard container of salt and use this eye-catching wooden salt keeper with magnetic rotating lid to store your seasonings instead.
“Seasoning your food appropriately is the difference between bland, mediocre food and delicious, memorable food,” says Freidank.
He likes to use kosher salt, but it's all a matter of preference.
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If you haven't heard of potato ricers, your (cooking) life is about to change.
“My grandfather taught me to make gnocchi using a small handheld potato press called a ricer,” Freidank says. “This is great for ensuring that the cooked potatoes are broken down very evenly and only into very small pieces.”
He can also use this tool to make creamy mashed potatoes without lumps.
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nevertheless Micah TalmorThe chef-owner of Pomera in Oakland, Calif., who tries to avoid kitchen appliances with only one function, says this handy strawberry peeler is a must-buy.
Quickly remove the stems from the strawberries. Tomatoes are also effective.
“I shelled two cases of strawberries in 15 minutes yesterday in preparation for Pomera's Strawberry Shortcake Trifle,” she says. “It works!”
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Peeling citrus fruits can be a pain (literally). For this reason, Cassidy ReaserRegistered dietitian and owner of the blog Cozy Peach Kitchen is a big fan of this zester grater.
“This microplane makes it easy to add citrus zest to finished dishes,” says Rieser. “It gives dishes a strong flavor and reduces preparation time.”
She also likes to use a microplane to make garlic paste.
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Rieser also recommends this garlic press, which has a soft handle, and uses it almost every day.
“Garlic presses reduce prep time by eliminating the step of mincing garlic,” she says.
Plus, it's cheap, easy to use, has a built-in cleaner, and is music to everyone's ears.
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If you love making pasta, you know how difficult it is to puree it. However, there is an easy way to avoid this. It's a spider strainer.
“I couldn’t live without my bamboo spider colander,” he says. Sofina Wong, chef and owner of Mr. Mao in New Orleans. “It goes well with gnocchi and spaghetti.”
She explained that this is a round strainer that is perfect for moving food in and out of hot water or oil.
Be sure to turn it when making gyoza, zeppole, and even boiled eggs.
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chef Brian ArrudaThe founder and CEO of private chef recruitment agency Executive Chefs at Home loves using this paella pan for summer cooking.
“One of the best kitchen appliances for summer cooking is a large paella pan. This is especially suitable for large family-style dining parties and also makes for a beautiful presentation to guests,” he says. says.
Arruda often spends his summers working in the Hamptons for a variety of clients, and says he can't go wrong with any size paella pot.
“The best part is that you can cook over an open flame,” he added. “It always ends up being a disaster.”
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nina comptonThe James Beard Award winner and owner of Compère Lapin, Bywater American Bistro, and Nina's Creole Cottage in New Orleans recommends this convenient and easy way to make delicious coffee at home. We offer a stylish French press.
“Waking up in the morning and making the perfect cup of coffee is a ritual that sets the tone for my day,” Compton says. “Pour it into your favorite mug and put on some great music. A French press turns regular coffee into magical coffee.”
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chef chad kelly We especially like this meat tenderizer's compact size, which easily fits in your kitchen drawer.
“I use this every week when I make grilled chicken teriyaki,” Kelly says. “We remove excess fat and soften it, then we put it in a plastic bag with the marinade.”
He says meat tenderizers can make the meat more tender and marinade better.
“Rather than tenderizing the thighs, I'm creating space for the marinade to absorb flavor into the chicken faster,” Kelly says. “You can take grilled chicken thighs to the next level with a really simple tool.”
