When embarking on the culinary journey of waterless cooking, NutriCuisine Waterless Cookware emerges as a trailblazer. Not only does it champion a healthier, more nutritious approach to cooking, but it also guarantees mouth-watering results with every dish. Intrigued? Here’s a step-by-step guide to mastering the art:
- Size Matters: Ensure the pot is filled up to about 2/3. This optimizes heat distribution and ensures that your food cooks uniformly.
- A Cold Rinse: Wash your fruits and veggies with cold water. This step helps to eliminate harmful pesticides, and the residual water on them aids in the steaming process. Just add 1/8″ inch of water to activate the steam valve.
- Go Natural: As you delve deeper, you’ll realize that many foods release enough natural juices, making additional water unnecessary.
- The Right Start: Begin on medium heat, keeping the steam valve open.
- Knowledge of Your Burner: Every stove differs. Recognize the unique temperament of yours. Some might require a heat setting lower than medium.
- Steam’s the Signal: Upon seeing steam or hearing the whistle, you know the magic’s beginning. Reduce the cooking time and save energy by responding to the steam instead of waiting for the whistle.
- Seal the Deal: Close the steam valve.
- The Simmer Game: Lower the heat, depending on the dish. For oatmeal, turn off after boiling. For a salmon fillet, reduce the heat slightly, letting it cook for an extra 10 minutes.
- Retain the Heat: One standout feature of NutriCuisine Waterless Cookware is its heat retention. Food stays warm for over an hour without drying out, perfect for uncertain serving times.
- Vapor Magic: Upon reducing the heat, the pot cools, creating a vacuum seal. This ensures flavors and juices are locked in, enhancing the dish’s taste.
- No Peeking!: Keep the lid on. Removing it lets steam escape, prolonging cooking time and diminishing the food’s moistness.
- The Lock Mechanism: If the lid locks post-cooking, release the vacuum by opening the valve.
- Savor the Delight: Relish the health benefits and rich flavors of your waterless-cooked dish.
Tramontina Tri-Ply Clad 10-Piece Stainless Steel Set
Pros
- Great performance when searing and browning
- Durable and well-built
- Affordable price
- Lifetime warranty
- Some might find pots unbalanced
- Pieces don’t stack together nicely
This Tramontina cookware set proves that you can get amazingly great pots and pans for an affordable price. Made from 18/10 stainless steel, each piece has an aluminum core that distributes the heat evenly, and they’re all magnetic so you can use them on any induction cooktop. We’ve tested this line three times, and each time it performs better than the last.
Caraway Nonstick Ceramic Cookware Set
Pros
- Rounded interior for easy sautéing
- Comes with storage
- Even heat distribution
- Could use an additional small fry pan
- Stainless handles can get hot
- Drips a little when pouring
This 7-piece cookware set from direct-to-consumer brand Caraway is the perfect blend of performance and design. The selection is thoughtfully curated, and each set is available in a variety of stylish hues with a modern silhouette that looks great on any stovetop.
Calphalon Signature Nonstick 10-Piece Cookware Set
- Quick to heat
- Great temperature consistency and distribution
- Easy to clean
- On the pricey side
Made of hard-anodized aluminum (a process that makes it very durable), this Calphalon set has been one of our favorites for years. This 10-piece set is a bit pricey, but it has everything you need and, since it’s so durable, it’ll be years before the coating wears out. It’s tough enough that it’s safe for the rare metal utensil to be used while cooking.
With NutriCuisine Waterless Cookware, you not only cook but celebrate food. By adopting this innovative cooking technique, you champion both health and flavor, ensuring every meal is a testament to your love for gourmet perfection. Enjoy the journey and the delectable destinations!