How to choose an electric potato peeler?

A potato peeler is a device with which you can quickly and efficiently peel potatoes and some other vegetables.... From the point of view of convenience, electric potato peelers are the most popular.

There is a fairly wide variety of such devices on the market now. The models differ from each other, therefore, when choosing, it is necessary to take into account all the nuances, and focus on individual preferences.

If someone else doubts the benefits of such a device as a potato peeler, it is recommended to pay attention to the benefits that it has.

• The convenience of use. You just need to wash the vegetables and load them into the device.
• The quality and speed of peeling. In a short time, using a potato peeler, you can prepare several kilograms of potatoes.
• Saving... A potato peeler uses a small amount of electrical energy and peels off a rather thin layer of the skin.
• Small size. The device fits easily even in a small kitchen.
• Saving time. With the purchase of such a device, there is no need to spend a lot of time peeling vegetables.

The electric potato peeler can be used for peeling potatoes as well as other similar vegetables such as beets or carrots. Peeling from the peel occurs by rubbing the peel against the jagged walls of the container. The cleaning process consists of several stages.

• Each potato peeler has a hopper... Root crops are placed in it.Their number should not exceed the mark indicated on the inside of the loading chamber.
• The container is closed with a lid (can be made of durable glass or metal).
• The system is activated by pressing the corresponding button on the panel or remote control. From this moment, the process of cleaning the loaded root crops begins.
• After the cleaning process is complete, water is supplied to the container, which washes off the peel from the root crops, as well as the existing dirt.
• Peeled and washed potatoes moves to another container.

This scheme applies to almost all models. But, it should be noted that in some models there is no function of post-treatment with water. These potato peelers work solely to remove the skin. There is one more important point - before placing root crops in a potato peeler, they must be well washed under running water.

Electric potato peelers are suitable for both domestic and industrial use, such as catering establishments. If we talk about home potato peelers, then there are several popular models.

• ARESA AR-1501... It is a lightweight but very high quality device that operates on the principle of a centrifuge. It takes only 5-6 minutes for the device to peel 1 kg of potatoes. After that, the peeled and washed root vegetables can be used for cooking. The positive aspects of this potato peeler include its compact size, sharp blades and a simple control system. The disadvantages include the lack of additional attachments.

• Another tabletop peeler that is ideal for home use is First Austria FA-5120. It is noteworthy that this device can not only quickly and accurately peel root crops, but also dry herbs and vegetables. You can simultaneously place 5-6 large potatoes in the compartment, which will be well peeled in 1.5-2 minutes. Even less time is spent on drying - just a few seconds. The advantages of this device include ease of operation, a transparent cover through which you can observe the process, as well as a stable design. Of the shortcomings, it should be noted a rather noisy operation and thin plastic from which the device is made.

• Rosso HLP-15 - This device can be classified as premium. This is evidenced not only by the presentable appearance, the quality of cleaning of root crops and the high cost. The body is made of stainless steel. The device is suitable for both home and industrial use.

If a potato peeler is purchased for catering establishments or for some other industrial purposes, you should pay attention to those models that have high productivity.

• "Torgmash MOK-150M" - this appliance is intended for professional kitchens. The productivity is quite high and amounts to 150 kg per hour. About 6-7 kg of potatoes are peeled in one load. High-quality peeling is ensured by two built-in disc blades. The appliance is made of high quality stainless steel and can be installed on the floor. The control is electromechanical, and for unloading potatoes, you will need to install an additional container. Of the shortcomings in this case, only the large dimensions of the device can be noted.

• Electronic potato peeler GRC HLP-20 - another device that is intended for use on an industrial scale. Productivity is even higher than in the previous version and amounts to 400 kg per hour. With this device, you can peel not only potatoes, but also other similar root vegetables, such as carrots or beets. Peeling is done with one built-in disc. But the abrasive surface of the entire loading compartment acts as an auxiliary element.The advantages of this device lie not only in high performance, but also in additional compartments: for immersing peeled potatoes and peeling. Also included is a special brush attachment that can clean seafood.

When buying a potato peeler for home or industrial use, it is necessary to take into account many nuances in the aggregate.

• Initially, you need to decide where the device will be used. Compact devices are suitable for home, and for catering establishments, for example, a restaurant or a school cafeteria, it is better to choose those models that clean from 150 kg per hour.
• When choosing a suitable model, one should compare indicators such as power, capacity, productivity per hour and material of manufacture.
• It is not recommended to save on the device by purchasing too cheap plastic models. There is a chance that they will break very quickly.
• It's better to buy a device in trusted home appliance stores.
• And you should also first read reviews on the Internet. Now buyers are willing to share their opinions with other users.