In our home, the kitchen is decorated as if it was transplanted from the West, whether it is the decoration style, furniture or appliances, it is full of Western elements. Everything looks good, but in reality, in cooking, especially in Chinese cooking, there are often some headaches. Today, we're going to explore six common problems in the Chinese kitchen – problems that most people can only suffer in silence, but smart people have long since found solutions. Although these solutions do not completely cure the problem, they can alleviate symptoms to some extent.
Common problem 1: high temperature
In the cooking of Chinese food, it often requires a higher temperature than Western food, such as stir-frying, frying and other high-temperature operations. However, traditional air conditioners are not suitable for use in the kitchen. Oil smoke can easily clog the evaporator, resulting in increased power consumption, poor cooling effect, and even dripping of the indoor unit. The traditional Liangba is also not ideal, with poor results and high prices. So, what are the solutions?
Option 1: Place a floor-standing fan at the kitchen door to bring in outdoor air and bring some cool air to the kitchen.
Option 2: Choose an air conditioner specially designed for the kitchen, which has been sealed to prevent oil pollution of the evaporator. The enclosure is also oil-resistant for easier cleaning.
Common problem 2: large oil smoke
There used to be a range hood called a "Chinese range hood" with a large hood overhead. However, this design was gradually replaced by Western-style ceiling hoods and side hoods. But in fact, no matter how good the Western-style range hood is, it can't solve the problem of oil smoke overflow.
Solution 1: Nowadays, many range hoods have deepened the smoke cavity and designed a smoke hood, which is more suitable for the smoke exhaust concept of Chinese food.
Solution 2: Choose an integrated stove, the air inlet is close enough to not give the opportunity for the smoke to diffuse. Moreover, it is the lower smoke exhaust, and the smoke exhaust efficiency is higher.
Common problem 3: There are many and large tableware
Modern sinks and dishwashers may not be able to accommodate the large cutlery that is characteristic of Chinese cuisine, such as fish plates, sea bowls, etc. As a result, washing dishes has become a headache.
Solution 1: Choose large sinks, and the length of each sink should not be less than 400mm. If the space is large enough, choose double or triple slots, and if the space is not enough, choose a single slot.
Solution 2: When choosing a dishwasher, you should not only look at "how many sets", but also see whether it has been improved according to Chinese tableware. The improved basket can be made into a telescopic, foldable bowl that adapts to different sizes of cutlery.
Common problem 4: The pot is too small
Some large pots and pans such as steamers and large woks cannot be used in Western kitchens. This is quite a serious problem for people who love to cook.
Solution 1: Choose a gas stove, which changes the multi-smoke stove to a two-eye stove, each with a larger size to accommodate a larger pot.
Solution 2: Choose a steam oven, especially a built-in steam oven, which provides better conditions for the "steaming" of Chinese food, and is relatively small in size, which can be embedded under the gas stove, which is more space-saving.
Common problem 5: There are many sundries
Spice bottles and cans, rice, millet, flour and other ingredients, clutter in the kitchen can easily make the cabinets look disorganized, and finding things has become a difficult task.
Solution 1: Make full use of the wall cabinet on the range hood and set up a small partition inside to place spices. Consider installing a telescopic pull basket for easy access.
Solution 2: Make full use of the wall between the countertop and the wall cabinet and install several hangers to store spices. But don't overdo it, or it will look messy.
Common problem six: easy to mold
Many people can't understand why Chinese kitchens are so damp, and dampness can easily lead to the growth of mold, which is not only aesthetically pleasing, but also spreads odors. In a humid environment, it is also easy to breed insects and pose a danger to food.
Solution 1: Paste a moisture-proof film on the inside of the cabinet to prevent water vapor from entering the cabinet and causing mold. In special locations, such as under the sink, vents should be reserved to keep the cabinet dry.
Solution 2: Choose an undercounter or Taichung sink to allow stagnant water to be swept directly into the sink. And there is no glass glue exposed, so the chance of mold is smaller.