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Kitchen supplies I can’t do without

September 23, 2019 by Ivy Chan

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One of the questions I get a lot on Facebook and Instagram is what my essential tools are in the kitchen. Here is the deal: There are tons of great equipment out there and I am sure we will add to this list at some point, but with the little one attached to my skirt (or sweats!) all day long, I don’t have much time or energy to use everything I would otherwise like to. Besides, I have to admit that I am a little lazy in the kitchen general, and also a minimalist, so I don’t buy a lot of items. When I do, I use them for years. So this is a list of things that I use on a regular (if not daily) basis for years, in order to get quick, healthy, and usually oil-free results.

Philips Airfryer 

french fries

I say chips, he says french fries. Either way, he is happy as long as we have them on the table.

Everyone, this baby is hands down our favourite item in the kitchen. I say “our” favourite, because my husband loves it, too. What have I not ‘fried’ with this? From zucchinis to beets (the only way we can eat beets. oops), from potatoes to falafel, from chickpeas to green beans, this poor baby keeps working for our family non-stop! By the way, you do NOT have to use an oil spray, but if you want my recommendation, I *only* use this brand. Check the ingredients, and compare it to other brands, and you’ll see.

air fried falafel My Beloved Vitamix 

You might know from the social media that my husband has done the yoursuper detox a few times, and LOVED his results. So we did a bunch of meal-prep, smoothies, salads, and so on. I used Vitamix at least ten times a day, during the 5-day detox!healthy food, smoothies and granola in jars.

I am also using their products regularly, adding them to smoothies, overnight oats, puddings. Even the little one loves them! Baking, soups, juices, even my healthy Nutella (again, adding yoursuper products!)- for all that and more, we are using Vitamix. We have been using both the air-fryer and the Vitamix for years. Both of them have moved from place to place, coast to coast with us, and they haven’t aged a bit. It is a great investment is what I am saying. Some things, you just pay for and never ever regret, you know? Thank goodness for that! You can get the one we are using (I believe it is the most affordable option) here. You can also get your 15% discount on anything you purchase from yoursuper.com using the code SUPER-IVY15. If you have any questions about these products, do let me know!

berry smoothie

Mixed frozen berries, frozen cauliflower, “forever beautiful” mix and cashew milk. Low in sugar, high in nutrition, gorgeous in colour!

My incredibly sleek hand-held frother

I have tried a few hand-held frothers before, mostly to mix/ blend/stir powders that don’t dissolve otherwise. If a powder is easily dissolving in water, I get suspicious! The fewer ingredients they have, the harder they dissolve. Some people ask me how I make my favourite coffee alternatives, especially because some of these, like matcha, do not dissolve in water easily. Well, I use frothers. The hand-held frothers I used before were good, but they didn’t last long, they wren’t as powerful, and they definitely were not looking as sleek either. This one from Moodbeli is gorgeous as well as powerful. It dissolves the powder well, and make the drink much (much) foamier (and that’s always a good thing!)foamy latte

 

Le Creuset Steamer

I think Le Creuset is not making the steamer that I am using (it is THAT old). But this one seems similar. I blanch vegetables for the little one, steam for us when making salads or use on toasts (I don’t like raw veggies that much), use the same pot for rice, quinoa, pasta, and soups.

steamed broccoli on toast

Wok/Frying pan

Finally, the wok. Again, my wok does not seem to be in the market anymore! But the one that I use is too big anyway. The only reason why I love it is that we stir fry regularly, and I can make enough for two meals. What I usually make for my husband is stirfried veggies with rice, or gluten-free pasta. This one seems much smaller than ours, but it might be easier to use and wash!I

I will be back with three (plus a bonus) chickpea recipe – one recipe for everyone, including the kiddos! Come back to check them out! Until then, much love from a sunny California!

 

 

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