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A mixer grinder is one of the most frequently used appliances in an Indian kitchen, and yet a humble gadget that usually sits in the corner. With multiple applications throughout the day, starting with whipping up a smoothie after a workout session, making a puree for a gravy-based sabzi, grinding spices for a chutney, or a smooth dessert batter, Usha’s mixer grinder has to be the hard-working kitchen gadget.
While the mixer grinder tirelessly helps you out with most of the cooking processes, there are some things you can do to enhance the performance and increase the longevity. From using the right settings to preparing the ingredients in a way to strain the motor, follow these quick tips and tricks to make the most of Usha’s mixer grinder.
Use The Right Jars
A typical mixer grinder comes with many jars, lids, and blades. Knowing the right jar for different cooking processes can help you get the finest results. For example, for wet grinding, the larger jar is usually the right way to go. If you want to make a paste or puree, you can go for the medium jar. As for dry spices or even grinding coffee beans, you can use the smallest jar.
Chop Large Ingredients
Even though Usha’s mixer grinder is capable of handling a wide variety and sizes of different ingredients, larger chunks can slow the chopping or blending process. So, while making a fruit-based smoothie or a vegetable-based puree, you can chop the ingredients into smaller pieces and then process.
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Pulse And Pause
Even the motor of your mixer grinder needs a little rest every now and then. So, remember not to leave the grinder running while you do other kitchen chores. You can simply pulse for a few seconds, pause for another second, and then pulse again. This will not only help the mixer grinder to perform optimally but also give you smoothly ground mixtures, purees, and more.
Clean Immediately
Once you have processed, while you get the smoothie, chutney, or spice blends to enjoy, don’t forget to take a few minutes to clean Usha’s mixer grinder. You can rinse the jars, lids, and blades with soapy water. Just be careful with the blades and use a brush to reach unreachable spots. As for the motor, you can clean it with a damp cloth and get rid of any stains and spills.
Tips To Store
After cleaning the mixer and its parts, some people often leave the jars and lids on the counter to dry and forget to store them safely. Since you would always be handling hot liquids, cold creams, and much more, it’s best to keep them away from your kitchen counter. Once all the parts are dry, you can place them in a cupboard or drawer that’s both cool and dry.
