Induction Cooker

[Musicstar]

Hi, UncleLim


U have known that 2 fmailies who use only induction cookers in their kitchens. Able to find out from them.

I intend to change the sink and stove support at the same time my hob also very old not working properly probably also need to change it.

I'm thinking of the induction hob whether is it a good to use. I'm worried it is not a right choice.

Thank you

UncleLim:

My mum uses it for family hot pots rather than in the kitchen. I must say they are much easier to manage compared to the portable gas stove. Heat adjustment is also very responsive, unlike the old hot-plates.

Come to think of it, I already know 2 families who use only induction cookers in their kitchens.

[Breadandmuffins]

Hi

We are also using induction. Very easy to maintain. My dh felt that soup cooked using induction is nicer. My place is windy so the normal hob with flame not so good. Also safe cos once we leave the pot off the surface, it has an auto shut off function.

Disadvantage is that not all pots or wok can go on it. Must be those stainless steel ones that come with flat base. WMf has Chinese woks with flat base. Also get those with vitro ceramic rather than glass surface.

U can do more research at the renotalk website.

[UncleLim]

Breadandmuffins:

Hi

We are also using induction. Very easy to maintain. My dh felt that soup cooked using induction is nicer. My place is windy so the normal hob with flame not so good. Also safe cos once we leave the pot off the surface, it has an auto shut off function.

Disadvantage is that not all pots or wok can go on it. Must be those stainless steel ones that come with flat base. WMf has Chinese woks with flat base. Also get those with vitro ceramic rather than glass surface.

U can do more research at the renotalk website.

Breadandmuffins is right. The downside is that you have to throw away some pots and pans that do not sit well on a the flat induction cooker surface.

[happy day]

Hi


I use Taiyo induction cooker (2 sides) about 6 months and still happy with it. very clean and easy to maintain.
I bought it from Tang Orchard and the price is much cheaper than other place with same brand and model. About $699 free ceramic pot with magnet in bottom.
If you have citibank or Tang member card, you can get 6% rebate also.

One kontra only - non stick wok (teflon) prices for induction are more expensive than teflon for normal cooker. I found Takashimaya has more choices for teflon products.

Notes: Induction cooker for HDB - 13Amps, and I cant found other brand except Taiyo. I tried Miers and other brands also.

[UncleLim]

Actually this induction cooker only setup is much safer. I am thinking it is especially good for the elderly living alone. They are sometimes quite forgetful and may leave a gas stove burning for hours.


The challenge, however, is in educating them on how to it is possible to cook their food without \"fire\" !!

[Musicstar]

I'm still considering whether to buy the induction cooker as my mother lives with me and most of the time she cooks . She is about 70 plus, will she get used to it .

UncleLim:

Actually this induction cooker only setup is much safer. I am thinking it is especially good for the elderly living alone. They are sometimes quite forgetful and may leave a gas stove burning for hours.

The challenge, however, is in educating them on how to it is possible to cook their food without \"fire\" !!

[b2b3m4]

Also these induction hobs top are either in glass or ceramics. So one has to be careful not to drop your pot on them or drop anything heavy (e.g canned food fall off the shelf). For Philips, they even put a limit to the max weight allowed on the hob.

[sandunes]

My hob is a combination of gas and induction. I use induction when I want to bring to boil something fast. Other wise, I use gas as I think gas is cheaper.


Those who are used to cooking with big flames may not like induction. There is also induction hob designed for wok.

[nettie]

sandunes:

My hob is a combination of gas and induction. I use induction when I want to bring to boil something fast. Other wise, I use gas as I think gas is cheaper.


Those who are used to cooking with big flames may not like induction. There is also induction hob designed for wok.

sandunes, may i know what is the brand of your hob? cos i am looking high and low for combination but i cant seems to find it anywhere.

[bebebub]

I have been using induction hob for quite a few years now. Very happy with it becos cleaning is a a breeze. I cook simple meals, and don't have any complaints about the \"fire\" issue.


Prior to the installation, I have friends warning me that it is very difficult to control the desired heat because the power is very strong, and that I will burnt my garlic easily. I don't have this problem leh (wonder if its becos of the brand/model). I can even make a whole tub of fried onion without burning any Initially, I did have some problem making a nice sunny side up - not too runny nor overcooked. Takes some getting used to and all is well.

One down side I can think of - a pot of liquid boils so fast, that on numerous occasions, my soup/herbal tea overflows when I turn around to attend to my toddler, or when I get distracted. Incidences of such has reduced as I get used to the hob. I think the digital control on my hob helps.

Don't think I will ever go back to gas stoves anymore