Once you have it, you'll love using a blender, because it can help you make almost anything. And all you need to do is enter what you want to work with and then press a button. Read the guide below to learn how to make almost any recipe with the help of a blender.
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Part 1 of 2: Mastering the Basics
Step 1. Make sure your blender is clean, undamaged, and that the cord is plugged in
You can check all that with the naked eye. If the condition looks still good, chances are your blender can still and is safe to use.
Step 2. Put the ingredients you want to process inside
We'll cover what materials you can work with this thing in the next section. It's a good idea to pour a little liquid into the blender so that the solid ingredients can be smoothed more easily.
If you are going to blend ice cubes, you will need to add water so that the ice can be mashed in a blender. The water will make the ice float, making it easier for the blender blade to grind it. If you don't use water, the blender blades will get stuck, or just move the ice back and forth
Step 3. Close the blender and hold the lid with your hands
Does your blender lid have a small hole and cover in the middle? These are the holes that allow you to insert additional ingredients in the middle of the blending process. But beyond that, you should always close the blender. Otherwise, the ingredients in it can splash here and there and contaminate your kitchen.
If the blender isn't working properly, it's possible that you haven't installed the blender correctly in the stand. If the blender and stand are not properly connected, the blades will not rotate
Step 4. Turn on the blender
Experiment with the buttons. Choose the right speed according to what you are blending.
You don't really have to worry about determining the power or speed of the blender wrong. But if you don't really want consistency in the texture of the food you're blending, try using a higher speed. If it doesn't work, stop the blender, open the lid, stir the ingredients a little with a spoon, then blend again
Step 5. Open the blender and pour the contents
When you're done, you just pour the contents. Make sure you also remove any food that's left on the bottom and blades of the blender, especially if the food you're blending has a thick texture.
Step 6. Clean the blender
If you can, remove the blender blade and clean the jar and blender blade separately. Just use water and a little soap.
Never expose the blender stand to water. If the stand is dirty, wipe it with a damp cloth. Dousing it with water, especially in large quantities, will only damage it
Part 2 of 2: Using Blender Creatively
Step 1. Make shakes, gelato, smoothies and ice cream
The most classic use of a blender is for sweet recipes. Add fruit, ice, sugar, milk and blend everything. And when all the ingredients are blended smoothly, you will get a delicious sweet food or drink. Here are some drink recipe guides:
- How to make smoothies.
- How to make gelato.
- How to make milkshakes.
- How to make ice cream.
Step 2. Make the dipping sauce, salsa, and hummus
Now you no longer need to buy packaged products. With a blender, you can make any sauce you like. Just make sure you use the ingredients in the right amount.
- How to make hummus
- How to make salsa sauce
- How to Make French Onion Dip
- Learn how to make peanut sauce
Step 3. Make cocktails
Yes, a blender can also make you a great cocktail. All the drinks you want to make or have never seen before you can make in a blender. Just add ice, alcohol, and turn on the blender.
- How to make margaritas.
- How to make daiquiri.
- How to make pina coladas.
Step 4. Make the soup and sauce
You can also make soups and sauces using a blender, or at least soups and sauces that have a smooth or creamy texture.
- How to make applesauce
- How to make soy sauce
Step 5. Make the jam and butter
Homemade jam and butter is trendy. So, it never hurts to try. Plus, you'll also save money if you make your own.
How to make butter in a blender in two minutes
Step 6. Grate the cheese, make breadcrumbs, and grind the grains
If you're having trouble crushing ingredients, just put them in a blender. What is clear is not to put objects that are too hard such as rocks or frozen objects. So, thaw your frozen food before putting it in.
- Grind grains or oats, popcorn, and other cereals to make flour.
- Grate cheese for garnishing a variety of foods.
- Add small pieces of bread to make breadcrumbs.
