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 must not only follow the recipe, but also strictly monitor the temperature, because it is the correct temperature regime that allows you to preserve 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 digital models, subspecies can be distinguished:
It so happens that several of the listed characteristics are combined in one model, for example, an electronic thermometer with a remote 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 structure, consisting of a metal probe and a dial, made of stainless steel. The dial, which is 3 cm in diameter, displays a temperature scale from 0 to 120°C. It shows the recommended ranges in red for cooking different types of meat. The probe is 13 cm long and 3.5 mm in diameter. The heat sensor is located 1.3 cm from the tip. The accuracy is ± 2 ° C.
Cost from 620 rubles.
Mechanical thermometer from the Chinese manufacturer Vetta. The model is similar in design to the previous one - a round dial with a stylus. 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 entire cooking time. The dial with a diameter of 5 cm has 2 scales: red (upper) for measuring the temperature of food and black (lower) for determining the heat in the oven. The product scale ranges from 35 to 100°C. Ranges are marked on it 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.
Cost from 200 rubles.
Thermometer of the Czech company Tescoma. The stainless steel model practically does not differ from the previous ones in appearance. The only thing that can be distinguished is a small hole in the body, 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 figures indicate the recommended temperature ranges for cooking different types of meat. The metal probe is 12.5 cm long.
Cost from 850 rubles.
A universal thermometer from a Chinese manufacturer. The design includes a metal stylus with a length of 4 or 13.5 cm and a plastic block with an LCD display. The design feature is that the body is connected to the needle by a swivel mechanism, and this allows the needle to be installed at any angle within 160°... On the case there are 2 buttons: on / off and ° С / ° F. The first turns the device on and off, the second allows you to switch between units of measurement (Celsius / Fahrenheit). The amplitude of measurements is 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. Power is supplied from an AG13 battery.
Cost from 200 rubles.
Multifunctional electronic thermometer made in China. The device consists of a 15 cm needle and a measuring unit. The body of the unit is made of plastic, so you must not leave the device in the oven. The measuring unit is equipped with an LCD display, which shows the measured temperature. There are 4 buttons for control: on / off - to turn on / off, ° С / ° F - to switch from Celsius to Fahrenheit, HOLD - to fix the current readings, MIN / MAX - to display the minimum and maximum readings for the measurement period. Measurement range from -50 to +300 aboutC (-58 ° F - + 572 ° F). Accuracy is ± 1aboutC (1.8°F). The power source is an AG13 or LR44 battery (1.5V).
Cost from 1200 rubles.
A simple and easy-to-use portable model from the Chinese company Weber. The device is a one-piece construction: a plastic case with a small display and a metal probe. On the case, in addition to the display, there are 2 buttons. With the first, the tool is switched on and off. The second is used to select the unit of measurement - Celsius or Fahrenheit. For accurate measurement, the needle must be kept in the product for at least 15 seconds. Measured temperature range: 0-230°C or 32-446°F. Measurement uncertainty is ± 1°C in the range from 0 to 100 degrees Celsius 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 impresses 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. The measuring unit has 2 buttons: on and off, which are also used as + and - when entering the required value. The block is equipped with a display that shows 2 indicators - the current temperature of the dish and the set reading. When the dish reaches the set value, the device will notify you with an audible signal. Measurement range from 0 to 250°C. Power is supplied by two LR44 batteries supplied.
Cost from 1850 rubles.
Digital multitasking model with external probe from China. The thermometer has the following configuration: 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 body. There are 3 buttons on the block to control the device: START / STOP for switching on / off, UP and DOWN for entering the required temperature. A sound signaling device is provided. The range of measured indications is from -50 to +300°C. In addition, this model can function as a timer (up to 100 minutes). To do this, switch to the required mode using the relay on the rear panel. Powered by AAA / LR03 battery.
Price from 840 rubles.
Electronic thermometer from the renowned manufacturer ThermoPro. The design is the same as 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 various 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, the set value. Setting is done using 7 buttons on the body. 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. The instrument is also equipped with a timer that can be set using the buttons on the front panel. Temperature range from -9 to + 250 ° С. Measurement accuracy ± 1°C. Display of readings in Celsius and Fahrenheit is possible. The device requires 2 AAA batteries.
Price from 1450 rubles.
Meat probe from the German brand Zigmund & Shtain Kuchen. The model is a modern instrument with the ability to transmit information over a distance of 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, and a transmitting base. The measuring unit is equipped with 7 buttons for control and adjustment. Using these buttons, you can select the operating mode of the thermometer - automatic or manual.In automatic mode, you can select the type of meat (8 types) and the type of roasting (5 types), and the temperature is set automatically. In manual mode, you can independently set the desired temperature for any dish. It is also possible to select the unit of measurement - Celsius or Fahrenheit. In addition, the device is equipped with a timer that can operate in a forward or countdown mode up to 100 minutes. The readiness of the dish is signaled by a sound signal. Measured value range from -20 to +250°C. Power is supplied from 4 AAA batteries.
Cost 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, 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, for preparing syrup or cream.
The measured temperature can be displayed in both Celsius and Fahrenheit. The measuring range includes values from -50 to +300°C. The receiver notifies 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 cells.
Price from 3490 rubles.
Digital thermometer on a magnet from the Czech company Tescoma already known to us. Standard design for models with external stylus: 14 cm stainless steel needle, 1 m heat-resistant cord, measuring unit equipped with magnets for comfortable placement on metal surfaces. There are 5 control buttons on the plastic case. With their help, you can choose a ready-made program for work or independently set the cooking temperature, 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 course. When the food is ready, a beep sounds. The amplitude of the measured temperatures is 0-300 ° C. Powered by AAA batteries.
Price 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 its kinks during storage of the thermometer. Cable length: 1.2 m. The main unit of the instrument has only one button - for switching on and off.Further control of the device is carried out via a smartphone using a special program Weber iGrill, which can be downloaded from the Apple Store and Google Play. As soon as the program is launched, it will start looking for available devices within a radius of 50 meters. Next, you need to sync. The subsequent selection of preinstalled 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 the cut (part of the carcass) that you plan to cook. The cooking progress is displayed on the smartphone screen in the form of a pie chart or graph. The readiness of the dish is signaled by a smartphone. The temperature range of the temperature probe is from -5 to +380 ° C. Powered by 1 CR2032 battery.
Cost from 6390 rubles.
As you can see, a kitchen meat thermometer not only facilitates the cooking process, but also allows you to comply with all recipe requirements, making each dish worthy of being a culinary masterpiece.