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HomeOven, Toaster & GrillersOven Toaster Grillers
Oven Toaster Grillers
19 May, 2007, 20:37 pm IST
For those from the old school, an OTG is a must buy. An OTG is for those who consider cooking to be well worth the effort and time. An OTG is for those who consider microwave as an instant appliance. There are those who like their food to cook gradually so that the ingredients used are well cooked and the flavour is mingled and balanced. Clearly, an OTG is for those who enjoy whipping up those indescribably delicious delicacies.
Here's something that will get the non-cooking population interested. An OTG is a very affordable option. It can cost you anywhere between Rs 2,000 to Rs 6,500. The price varies depending on the capacity. Entry-level OTGs start at Rs 1,499 while high-end ones with 34-liter capacity go up to Rs 6,270.
However, before you invest in an OTG, it is necessary to figure out the capacity you will need. Oven capacity refers to the size of the oven cavity where you place the container to grill, bake or heat. A larger-sized oven can hold larger containers but costs more. You need to take your family size and the size of the dish you would normally cook, into consideration.
| Family Size (Members) | Oven Capacity (Litres) | Price Range (Rs) |
| 2 | Small (Less than 19) | 2,000-3,500 |
| 4 | Medium (20 to 29) | 4,700-5,500 |
| 6 | Large (More than 30) | 4,150-6,500 |
ROTISSERIE
Rotisserie helps in uniform grilling of the food. It may or may not be a part of an OTG. A motorized rotisserie is easier to operate as compared to the manual rotisserie. If you are a vegetarian and mostly cook regular traditional food at home, then a rotisserie isn't really required. However, if you do like making tandoori items, vegetarian or non-vegetarian grilled dishes, then you should go in for an OTG with rotisserie. The price range for this type will be anywhere between Rs 3,500 – Rs 6,500. Those of you who are strict non-vegetarians, make sure you go in for OTGs with motorized rotisserie; these aren’t very expensive.
Rotisserie helps in uniform grilling of the food. It may or may not be a part of an OTG. A motorized rotisserie is easier to operate as compared to the manual rotisserie. If you are a vegetarian and mostly cook regular traditional food at home, then a rotisserie isn't really required. However, if you do like making tandoori items, vegetarian or non-vegetarian grilled dishes, then you should go in for an OTG with rotisserie. The price range for this type will be anywhere between Rs 3,500 – Rs 6,500. Those of you who are strict non-vegetarians, make sure you go in for OTGs with motorized rotisserie; these aren’t very expensive.
Barbecuing
Great for making kebabs, paneer tikkas, etc.
Great for making kebabs, paneer tikkas, etc.
Keep warm
Consumes less electricity, ensures that the food remains at the right temperature and retains the nutritional value.
Consumes less electricity, ensures that the food remains at the right temperature and retains the nutritional value.
Roasting
This feature is very useful for roasting foodstuff like peanuts, browning meat, etc.
This feature is very useful for roasting foodstuff like peanuts, browning meat, etc.
Auto thermostat
Helps to maintain a constant set temperature for the duration of the cooking, avoids overcooking/overheating of the oven.
Helps to maintain a constant set temperature for the duration of the cooking, avoids overcooking/overheating of the oven.
Chamber light
The light inside the chamber allows you to see inside the oven while the food is being cooked and check on its cooking status.
The light inside the chamber allows you to see inside the oven while the food is being cooked and check on its cooking status.
Timers
Helps in properly timing the cooking and baking process to prevent food from getting excessively heated or burnt.
Helps in properly timing the cooking and baking process to prevent food from getting excessively heated or burnt.
Turbo fan/Convection fan
This feature is included in high-end OTGs. These provide the uniform browning effect. Most useful for baking cookies, brownies and cakes.
For more on OTGs click here.
This feature is included in high-end OTGs. These provide the uniform browning effect. Most useful for baking cookies, brownies and cakes.
For more on OTGs click here.
