There’s no denying the fact that kitchen appliances are expensive, and an investment. We procure them keeping in mind that we’ll be using them for years to come, and aim for the best quality and price. From mixers and grinders to fancy ovens and pasta machines, there are a variety of products available in the market, which can be clubbed under the categories of essentials and non-essentials, or rather what we like to call, the 'need' and 'want' categories (yes, I really do need a waffle maker). Although we duly note that this list might vary depending on everyone’s usage, there are some non-negotiables for every kitchen, no matter how big or small of a kitchen or budget you have. So, here’s a list assorted in a need-to-want order to help you find the perfect kitchen appliances for yourself.
Microwave To Dishwasher: 11 Kitchen Appliances Ranked From Need To Want
Kitchen Basics
Ninja NutriBullet
Mixers are an omnipresent kitchen accessory, and NutriBullet is a renowned name for the same. This dishwasher-safe NutriBullet has a smoothie maker, one pitcher, and two jar cups, and a capacity of 1.6 litres. It's perfect for blending fruits, spices, making soups, pastes, milkshakes, and chutneys, and with its on-the-go jar, you can easily take your drinks around town.
Hand Blender
A hand blender is definitely an essential, able to do a number of jobs in an Indian kitchen with extreme efficacy. This Agaro hand blender set comes with three attachments, including a traditional hand blender, a whisker, and a food processor. You can use it to make chaas (buttermilk), or to puree vegetables, or for chopping, and event to make shakes, smoothies, and more.
Electric Kettle
Electric kettles are great for when you want to fix a quick cup of tea, coffee, or soup, and don't want the hassle of turning on the stove. This kettle from Solara comes with one-press switch and a cool-touch handle with a capacity of 1.8 litres. It is also great for travel, and can certainly accompany you on your road trips.
Microwave Oven
To quickly reheat your food, or indulge in some amateur baking, Microwaves are great for everyday usage. This microwave from Panasonic has a capacity of up to 27 litres and comes with a heat wrap and a magic grill. One can defrost, reheat, grill, bake, and cook at five different power levels, and have a separate setting for Japanese food as well.
Rice Cooker
To quote a very famous YouTuber, Cooking Bomb, 'Rice is Life'. Rice is a staple food, super filling, and can be prepared in a number of ways. If you are someone who has to have rice for at least one meal a day, then this rice cooker is a great purchase and will help you prepare rice in the most efficient way possible. This rice cooker has an aluminum heating plate element that can keep your rice warm for hours, five to be precise, and comes with a measuring cup. It is easy to wash, and has a capacity of 1 litre.
Fulfil Your Fancy
Sandwich Grill
If you love sandwiches and are always running late in the morning, then this appliance will prove to be a lifesaver. Sandwiches, and wraps, you can make all of them with zero to very little oil required, as this griller has a non-stick coating. It is made with aluminum plates and is very easy to clean.
Air Fryer
Well, as a Genz, I like to think that we are more health conscious, and also will never be able to develop steel hands like our mothers. So, an air fryer really solves all the problems, and one can enjoy all the fried delicacies in a healthy-ish manner. Wonderchef is a trusted brand and this air fryer can be used to fry, bake, grill, and roast. It has a capacity of 3.8 litres, a user-friendly interface, and space-saving design, with auto-shut technology.
Pro-Tip: Check out our review of the air fryer to see if it passes the Punjabi mom test.
Coffee Machine
If coffee is the fuel that keeps you going then we’d highly recommend this coffee machine from Wonderchef. It is on the pricier side, as coffee machines usually are, and will treat you every morning with a delicious cuppa at home. You can make cappuccinos, lattes, and macchiatos, it's easy to clean and comes with a two-year warranty.
Egg Cooker
Another appliance that can help you with your breakfast routine is this automatic, stainless steel egg cooker, which will boil your eggs in minutes. It cooks seven eggs at a time, with three modes to cook (soft, medium, and hard), and shuts off automatically. You can fix sandwiches, wraps, just hard-boiled eggs for your salad bowl with utmost ease.
Electric Tandoor
Dishwasher
Pro-Tip
Looking to upgrade your kitchen to be smarter? Check out our list of smart kitchen appliances that'll make you life easier here.
