Countertop Cookers
Gourmia Pressure Cooker Air Fryer Debuts at IH+H
Gourmia, a designer and manufacturer of innovative countertop kitchen appliances, has introduced the Gourmia Pressure Cooker Air Fryer line that combines both Air Fryer and Pressure Cooker technologies to cook either way using the same lid.
Modes in each combo unit can be used individually or together to create fast and amazing meals. The one-lid feature is an industry first so that busy chefs never need to change tops to fit the cooking mode. The Gourmia Pressure Cooker Air Fryer line includes two models: the GPA1980 and the GPA1990. Debuting at the upcoming 2019 International Home + Housewares Show, both models will be available later this year.
As pressure cookers, the versatile family-size programmable Gourmia Pressure Cooker Air Fryer can be used to slow cook, steam, sauté, cook rice, and much more. A multi-function rack holds up to four pounds. of food in an aluminum, thermal-coated, non-stick inner pot. Other pressure cooker features include: a variety of popular presets, simplified control panel, and up to 12-hour automatic stay-warm capability. Both units include the latest fully-refined and automated pressure-cooking technology.
Building on Gourmia’s extensive air fryer expertise, both the GPA1980 and GPA1990 are true air fryers as well. The company’s innovative RadiVection 360° technology substitutes incredibly fast, super-heated air for oil, slashing away any and all greasy, unhealthy calories. Food exteriors are crackling and crispy, while the insides are moist and tender.
The units feature both Chef-at-a-Touch presets for mindless cooking magic and manual digital settings. The Express Heat System cooks food up to 30% faster than a standard oven, while SensiTemp Heating ensures proper temperature throughout the entire cooking process for perfect results in a fraction of the time. A 6-quart removable, nonstick basket makes clean up a breeze.
Gourmia takes the quality of its products very seriously. The company is ETL certified so retailers and users alike can be confident that that they are selling/buying safe, efficient, high-quality appliances. For more information, visit www.gourmia.com.
Instant Pot Smart WiFi Integrates with Google Assistant
The Instant Pot Smart WiFi pressure cooker now works with the Google Assistant and will debut at CES January 8-11, 2019, in Las Vegas, Nevada.
This latest cooking innovation means users will now be able to cook with their Instant Pot cooker using voice commands. As an example, all they need to do is say, “Hey Google, set the program on my cooker to rice,” and the cooker will start the rice function.
The Instant Pot Smart WiFi cooker lets cooks monitor and control the Instant Pot from the Instant Pot mobile app and the added functionality with the Google Assistant lets them control and check the status of the cooker hands-free with just their voice.
“Driving innovation in the kitchen is at the forefront of what we do at Instant Brands,” said Dr. Robert Wang, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Instant Brands Inc. “This collaboration with Google shows our commitment to make life a little easier for people, especially when it comes to mealtime.”
For more information, visit www.InstantBrands.com.
Aluratek Debuts Healthy Cuisine Appliances
Aluratek Healthy Cuisine appliances are designed to empower consumers to enjoy healthy delicious meals at home and on-the-go.
The Rechargeable Blender Bottle is a BPA-free bottle that is a convenient, on-the-go solution for making smoothies, juice drinks or protein shakes. Simply load the sports bottle with your favorite fruits, veggies or protein powders, hit the button to blend it up, and enjoy. The rechargeable, multi-functional blender doubles as a juicer and a sports bottle. The durable design makes the bottle completely dishwasher safe. The Healthy Cuisine rechargeable blender bottle is the perfect gift under $50 for the busy, health-conscious person on your list.
Nutri AirFryer
The Nutri AirFry 3.6L and 5.5L Air Fryers use high-velocity rapid air circulation technology while using little to no oil to fry, grill, roast and bake healthy meals, snacks, and treats. The AirFryer uses 80 percent less oil, is fast, convenient, safe and easy to use. Convection fans rapidly circulate heated air to ensure food is evenly cooked and crisp in 30 minutes or less.
The 6-quart Induction Heating Digital Pressure Cooker is the kitchen tool that does it all. Using induction heat technology it cooks 70 percent faster than traditional methods and features temperature controls, custom timer and twenty preset cooking times. Enjoy the convenience of delicious, healthy meals in a fraction of time.
Healthy Cuisine by Aluratek has prices ranging from $49.99 to $199.99. All Healthy Cuisine by Aluratek products come with a 1-year warranty.
For more information, visit www.aluratek.com.
Gourmia ExpressPot Removes Pressure of Pressure Cooking
Gourmia™, a designer and manufacturer of innovative countertop kitchen appliances, announces the introduction of its advanced, multi-mode Gourmia ExpressPot 6-Quart Pressure Cooker (GPC965) that takes pressure-cooker safety, speed, convenience, and control to a whole new level. The unit features innovations like Auto Pressure Release that knows when to release the pressure and automatically safely releases pressure during when cooking is done; an Auto-Stir function that stirs food without opening the lid; a Remote Release Button for safe manual pressure release; and SpeedSense™ technology.
Pressure cooking has been a popular method of cooking for many years, but safety was always an issue with the cookers. Gourmia’s new advanced, multi-mode ExpressPot Pressure Cooker (GPC965) takes pressure-cooker safety, speed, convenience, and control to a new level.
The GPC965 cooks faster than other pressure cookers, it provides fully adjustable pressure settings from 1.5 psi to 12 psi and offers these innovations:
Automatic Pressure Release Technology
With other pressure cookers, the user has to monitor cooking pressure and manually release the pressure when cooking is done. The Gourmia ExpressPot 6-Quart Pressure Cooker knows when pressure needs to be released (when cooking is done, and for some recipes, periodically throughout the cooking process), and automatically releases the pressure. Automatic Pressure Release makes the unit safer and more convenient for the user.
Remote Pressure-Release Button
Allows the user to safely release pressure manually – without putting their hands near the pressure release valve. Whether in automatic or manual mode, the user’s hands and face (as well as those of others nearby) are protected when the pressure is released from the unit.
Auto-Stir for Evenly Cooked Food
On standard pressure cookers, stirring the contents during use requires the lid to be opened, which in turn releases the pressure and lowers the cooking temperature. Gourmia’s sophisticated Auto-Stir process provides the perfect solution. While cooking, it releases pressure in short micro bursts throughout the cycle (ideally timed based on the recipe being cooked), effectively stirring the food to perfection without removing the lid or impacting the cooking temperature.
SpeedSense™ Technology
The Gourmia ExpressPot 6-quart pressure cooker’s state-of-the-art SpeedSense™ technology ensures innovation in every dish. It includes SimpleSet Controls that provide easy-set presets for perfect results without guesswork. The unit also has a robust manual mode that allows for fully adjustable temperature time and pressure settings.
The Gourmia ExpressPot 6-quart Pressure Cooker (GPC965) is available now at Best Buy® locations across the country as well as online at BestBuy.com with Black Friday special pricing.
Gourmia takes the quality of its products seriously. The company is ETL certified so retailers and users alike can be confident that they are selling/buying safe, efficient, high-quality appliances.
For additional information, visit www.gourmia.com.
Instant Pot Max Takes Multicooker to Next Level
By Greg Gonzales
The Instant Pot Max is the latest step forward for the Instant Pot line, with new features and functions to appeal to the device’s cult following ― it cooks at 15 psi and therefore faster than previous models; the control panel is a touchscreen that allows users to release the pressure without putting their hands near the release valve; it can stir food using pressure bursts; and it also has a sous vide and canning feature.
Setup and Touchscreen
The Max was extremely easy to set up in just a matter of minutes. Out of the box came the unit itself, the cord, mini silicone gloves, a rice cup, a soup spoon and rice paddle, steam rack with handles and a condensation collector. However, it doesn’t include bags or a vacuum unit for the sous vide function, so I had to borrow and buy those separately ― which makes me thankful for my foodie friends, as those things can get pricey!
Sous Vide Salmon
The toughest part about the sous vide function was prepping the salmon. Picking out pin bones is never fun, but my girlfriend and I split the prep, so we managed to get the pin bones out, skin off, and herbs and spices rubbed on before the unit even got to temperature. One issue with the sous vide function is that the pot isn’t quite big enough for large portions, but with small bags and single portions, the Instant Pot Max will work just fine. Another small issue we ran into was that the sous vide function didn’t quite cook the salmon all the way ― but a short sear on the skillet right out of the Max, and we had perfect flaky sockeye salmon on our plates, with some chardonnay to match.
Pressure-Cooked Salmon
With some salmon left over, along with some potatoes and carrots, we skipped the recipe books and got to testing the 15 psi pressure cook function. The idea here was to compare the timing with the estimated time on recipes for the old cookers. Using the Max setting on the Instant Pot Max means the food should be done about 15 percent faster than the high setting. However, it didn’t really work out that way, and cooked in about the same time as the Instant Pot Duo, in just a few seconds over 2 minutes.
Instant Pot Max: Not Quite the First Canning Cooker
Using the Instant Pot Max to can food is a bit more hands-on than a push on the touchscreen ― and it’s not yet approved by the USDA, so I didn’t give it a go. According to the USDA and Instant Pot, some canning methods ought to be forgotten completely when it comes to using pressure cookers, as electric cookers might not be able to meet the temperature and pressure requirements to kill off deadly microbes. For now, I’ll wait for the next model, just in case.
Overall, the Instant Pot Max functioned perfectly, and my clothes soaked up the scents of the delicious spices and herbs on the salmon. Though I probably wouldn’t shell out $200 for a new one, especially since I already have the Duo, it’s certainly an investment worth making for people who don’t have one and want to try sous vide without extra equipment.
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