TYPES OF KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND THEIR USE

Kitchen equipment is categorized into 3 main groups mainly:

1.   Small equipment
2.   Large equipment

Small Kitchen Equipment

These are usually classified according to their functions namely:

1.  Measuring and weighing equipment
2.  Cutting tools
3.  Shaping and molding
4.  Separating tools
5.  Lifting, mixing, turning and scooping tools
6.  Oven/baking utensils
7.  Pans and pots (Cooking vessels)
8.  Measuring and Weighing Equipment

Cutting Tools

1.   Knives
2.   Shaping and Moulding Tools

Separating Tools

1.   Lifting, Turning, Scooping and Mixing Tools
2.   Spoons
3.   Oven/ Baking Utensils
4.   Pans and Pots

Large Kitchen Equipment

1. Labour Saving Devices

Kitchen Equipment Categorization

Kitchen equipment is typically categorized into three main groups:

1. Small Equipment
2. Large Equipment
3. Labour-Saving Devices

Small Kitchen Equipment

Small kitchen equipment is further classified based on their functions:

1. Measuring and Weighing Equipment:

Examples: Measuring cups, measuring spoons, kitchen scales

Function: Used to measure the quantities of ingredients accurately.

2. Cutting Tools:

Examples: Knives, scissors, peelers

Function: Used to cut, chop, slice, and peel ingredients.

3. Shaping and Molding Tools:

Examples: Cookie cutters, molds

Function: Used to shape and mold food items, especially in baking and confectionery.

4. Separating Tools:

Examples: Strainers, sieves, colanders

Function: Used to separate solids from liquids or to sift dry ingredients.

5. Lifting, Mixing, Turning, and Scooping Tools:

Examples: Spoons, spatulas, whisks, ladles, tongs

Function: Used for mixing ingredients, turning food during cooking, and scooping or lifting food.

6. Oven/Baking Utensils:

Examples: Baking trays, cake tins, oven mitts

Function: Used in baking and handling hot items from the oven.

7. Pans and Pots (Cooking Vessels):

Examples: Saucepans, frying pans, stockpots

Function: Used for cooking food on the stove or in the oven.

Large Kitchen Equipment

Large kitchen equipment includes appliances and devices that are typically fixed in place due to their size and function.

These are designed for more substantial cooking tasks and often provide significant time and labor savings.

Examples: Refrigerators, ovens, stoves, dishwashers, microwaves

Function: Used for cooking, storing, and cleaning in the kitchen on a larger scale.

Labour-Saving Devices

These devices are designed to reduce manual labor and improve efficiency in the kitchen. They can range from small gadgets to large appliances.

Examples: Food processors, blenders, stand mixers, coffee machines, bread makers

Function: Automate various cooking and preparation tasks to save time and effort.

By understanding the categorization and function of kitchen equipment, one can better organize and utilize tools for efficient and effective cooking.