Cooking meat requires not only certain skills, but also good technical equipment. As you know, in order for a meat dish to retain all its taste and become a real culinary masterpiece, you need to not only follow the recipe, but also strictly monitor the temperature, because it is the right temperature that allows you to save both juiciness and crisp.
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To control the temperature of cooking meat dishes, there are indispensable tools in the kitchen - meat thermometers, or, as they are also called, temperature probes.
There are 2 types of temperature probes:
Among the digital models, subspecies can be distinguished:
It happens that several of the listed characteristics are combined in one model, for example, an electronic thermometer with an external probe, a magnetic panel, etc.
Consider the best models of meat thermometers in each of the listed types.
Compact and easy-to-use model of the Polish manufacturer BIOWIN. The device is a one-piece construction consisting of a metal probe and a stainless steel dial. The dial, whose diameter is 3 cm, displays a temperature scale from 0 to 120°C. The ranges recommended for cooking various types of meat are marked in red. The probe is 13 cm long and has a diameter of 3.5 mm. The heat sensor in it is located 1.3 cm from the tip. The accuracy is ±2°C.
Cost from 620 rubles.
Mechanical thermometer of the Chinese manufacturer Vetta.By design, the model is similar to the previous one - a round dial with a probe needle. The appliance is made of stainless steel, which makes it easier to care for and also allows you to leave it in the oven for the duration of cooking. The dial with a diameter of 5 cm has 2 scales: red (upper) for measuring food temperature and black (lower) for determining the heat in the oven. The scale for products has a range of 35 to 100°C. It marks the ranges for the correct preparation of various meats. The lower (black) scale has a range of 50 to 300°C. The probe is 11 cm long.
The cost is from 200 rubles.
Thermometer of the Czech company Tescoma. The model made of stainless steel in appearance practically does not differ from the previous ones. The only thing that can be distinguished is a small hole in the case, which is provided for hanging the instrument. The dial has a diameter of 6 cm. It displays a scale in degrees Celsius. Range 60 to 120°C. The illustrations show the recommended temperature ranges for cooking different types of meat. The metal probe is 12.5 cm long.
The cost is from 850 rubles.
Universal thermometer from a Chinese manufacturer. The design includes a metal probe with a length of 4 or 13.5 cm, as well as a plastic block with an LCD display. The design feature is that the body is connected to the needle by a rotary mechanism, and this allows you to set the needle at any angle within 160°. There are 2 buttons on the case: on/off and °C/°F. The first turns the device on and off, the second allows you to switch between units of measurement (Celsius / Fahrenheit). Measurement amplitude from -50 to +300°С. Measurement error in the range from -20 to +120°C is ±0.1°C. For more accurate readings, keep the probe in the product for at least 15 seconds. Food is carried out from the AG13 battery.
The cost is from 200 rubles.
Multifunctional electronic thermometer made in China. The device consists of a needle 15 cm long and a measuring block. The body of the block is made of plastic, so you can not leave the device in the oven. The measuring unit is equipped with an LCD display showing the measured temperature. 4 buttons are provided for control: on / off - to turn on / off, ° С / ° F - switch from Celsius to Fahrenheit, HOLD - to fix the current readings, MIN / MAX - to display the minimum and maximum values for the measurement period. Measuring range -50 to +300 aboutC (-58°F - +572°F). Accuracy is ±1aboutC (1.8°F). The power source is a battery type AG13 or LR44 (1.5V).
The cost is from 1200 rubles.
Simple and easy to use portable model from the Chinese company Weber. The device is a one-piece design: a plastic case with a small display and a metal probe. On the body, in addition to the display, there are 2 buttons. With the help of the first tool turns on and off. The second is used to select the unit of measure - Celsius or Fahrenheit. For an accurate measurement, the needle must be held in the product for at least 15 seconds. Measuring temperature range: 0-230°C or 32-446°F. Measurement error is ±1°C in the range from 0 to 100 degrees Celsius up to ±5°C when the product is heated to 150-230 degrees. Powered by a CR 2032 battery (3 V).
Price from 1990 rubles.
Digital kitchen device from the Czech manufacturer Tescoma. The model captivates with its versatility and versatility. It is an electronic thermometer, on which, if necessary, a silicone spatula can be put on. The probe is made of high-quality stainless steel, the body is made of plastic.There are 2 buttons on the measuring unit: on and off, which are also used as + and - when typing the required value. The unit is equipped with a display that displays 2 indicators - the current temperature of the dish and the set value. When the dish reaches the set value, the device notifies you with a sound signal. Measuring range from 0 to 250°C. Power is supplied by two LR44 batteries, which are included.
The cost is from 1850 rubles.
Digital multitasking model with remote probe from China. The thermometer has the following equipment: a stainless steel probe 15 cm long, a plastic case with a large LCD display (4x2.2 cm), a 75 cm cable for connecting the needle and the case. There are 3 buttons on the block to control the device: START / STOP to turn on / off, UP and DOWN to enter the desired temperature. An audible alarm is provided. Range of measured readings from -50 to +300°C. In addition, this model can perform the function of a timer (up to 100 minutes). To do this, you must switch to the desired mode using the relay on the rear panel. Powered by AAA/LR03 battery.
Price from 840 rubles.
Electronic thermometer from the well-known manufacturer ThermoPro. The design is similar to the previous model: probe 16 cm, heat-resistant cable 1 m long, measuring unit. The tool is designed for cooking 8 types of meat of varying degrees of roasting (5 types), including fish, grilled and barbecued. The unit is equipped with an LCD display, which displays the selected operating mode, the current temperature of the dish, and the set value. Adjustment is made by means of 7 buttons on the case. In addition to working in preset programs, the device can be used in manual mode, in which you can independently set the necessary cooking conditions. Also, the instrument is equipped with a timer, which is configured using the buttons on the front panel. Temperature range from -9 to +250°С. Measurement accuracy ±1°C. Readings can be displayed in Celsius and Fahrenheit. The device requires 2 AAA batteries to operate.
The cost is from 1450 rubles.
Meat temperature probe from the German brand Zigmund & Shtain Kuchen. The model is a modern tool with the ability to transmit information over a distance of up to 30 meters.It consists of the following parts: a steel probe, a heat-resistant cord 1 m long, a wireless measuring unit with an LCD display, a transmitting base. The measuring unit is equipped with 7 buttons for control and adjustment. Using these buttons, you can select the mode of operation of the thermometer - automatic or manual. In automatic mode, you can select the type of meat (8 types) and the type of frying (5 types), and the temperature will be set automatically. In manual mode, you can independently adjust the desired temperature for any dish. You can also select the unit of measurement - Celsius or Fahrenheit. In addition, the device is equipped with a timer that can operate in forward or backward countdown mode up to 100 minutes. The readiness of the dish is signaled by a sound signal. Measuring range -20 to +250°C. Powered by 4 AAA batteries.
The cost is from 1550 rubles.
Digital thermometer from the German brand ADE. The model is equipped with a radio receiver for remote temperature control. The data transmission range is 60 meters.The design is as follows: a stainless steel probe 16 cm long, a heat-resistant cable 1 m long, a measuring unit with a large display and touch buttons for selecting the operating mode, a wireless receiver. The tool can operate in both automatic and manual modes. In the first one, you can choose from 7 types of meat and 5 degrees of roasting. Manual mode allows you to customize the device for personal needs, for example, to prepare syrup or cream.
The measured temperature can be displayed in both Celsius and Fahrenheit. Measuring range includes values from -50 to +300°C. The receiver notifies you of the readiness of the dish with an audible and visual signal. To power the measuring unit, you need 2 AA batteries, for a portable receiver, 2 AAA batteries.
The cost is from 3490 rubles.
Digital thermometer on a magnet from the Czech company Tescoma, already known to us. Standard design for remote probe models: 14 cm stainless steel needle, 1 m heat-resistant cord, measuring unit equipped with magnets for comfortable placement on metal surfaces. On the plastic case there are 5 buttons for control. With their help, you can choose a ready-made program for work or independently set the temperature for cooking the dish, as well as set the timer.The programs provide 6 types of meat and several degrees of roasting. The display shows the current and set value in rather large numbers, if a timer is set, then its progress. When the product is ready, an audible signal is emitted. The amplitude of the measured temperatures is 0-300 °C. Powered by AAA batteries.
The cost is from 3065 rubles.
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Compact and modern model with magnetic back panel and Bluetooth control. At first glance, the design is familiar: a probe, a heat-resistant cable and the main unit, but if you look closely, the unit is made in the form of a coil on which the cable is wound to avoid creases during storage of the thermometer. Cable length: 1.2 m. The main unit of the tool has only one button - to turn it on and off. Further control of the device is carried out via a smartphone using a special Weber iGrill program, which can be downloaded from the Apple Store and Google Play. As soon as the program is launched, it will start searching for available devices within a radius of 50 meters. The next step is to sync. The subsequent selection of pre-installed programs is carried out on the smartphone. It is interesting that in addition to the type of meat and the degree of roasting, you can choose a cut (part of the carcass) that you plan to cook. Cooking progress is displayed on the smartphone screen in the form of a pie chart or graph. Smartphone signals the readiness of the dish. The temperature range of the temperature probe is from -5 to +380 °C.Powered by 1 CR2032 battery.
The cost is from 6390 rubles.
As you can see, a kitchen thermometer for meat not only facilitates the cooking process, but also allows you to comply with all recipe requirements, so that each dish is worthy of being called a culinary masterpiece.