Salter EK2009 Marblestone Health Grill & Panini Press, Electric Non-Stick Grill, Folding Panini Maker & Sandwich Toaster, 750 W, Floating Hinge, Automatic Temperature Control

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A top lid that gently rests on but doesn’t squash food is desirable if you want to cook more delicate food such as halloumi and vegetables. All too often in our tests we found that grills with heavy lids squashed the life out of the food we cooked. We cooked a medium rare steak with slices of courgette and halloumi with each grill we tested, following the cooking times in the instructions where present.

Weighs 5kg, 2000W power rating, stainless steel material, 600cm² cooking area, 4 temperature levels. Smokeless technology is ideal if you’re grilling fatty meats that can smoke and spit. It works by draining away hot cooking juices through holes in the plate so they don’t burn onto the grill. This can also be combined with a venting system that keeps the appliance cool elsewhere, helping to reduce smells. The best George Foreman grill to buy in 2023 1. Grill & Griddle Variable Temperature Grill 23450: The best George Foreman grill for families This is a great starter grill for those who are new to the benefits of health grills, or usually cook for one or two. It’s fantastically compact, taking up barely any space on a worktop, and even less when stored vertically in a cupboard – around the same as a chunky recipe book. There’s a choice of two grilling positions: propped up so the fat can run off into the neat drip tray at the front, or flat for paninis and less fatty foods. There’s only one temperature but it should suffice for most foods, and we used it for sausages, mushrooms and toasting a flatbread without issue. Versatile by design, use the electric grill as a panini maker or to cook lower fat meals for guests – great for tabletop dining.Each grill was inspected and judged for its build quality, and those with uncomfortable edges, loose parts or fiddly buttons were penalised. Detachable plates are a must if you want to avoid frustration when cleaning your electric grill. Burned-on fat needs a sponge and soapy water, but if you can't detach the cooking plates you won't be able to do much more than wipe it down with a damp cloth.

Key specs – Size: 31.5 x 32.5 x 14cm (WDH); Plates: Fixed; Variable temperature: No; Dishwasher-safe parts: Drip tray only When it comes to buying gadgets and technology products, particularly in the Toasters category it’s important to invest in good quality products. SALTER EK2009 Panini Maker & Grill is no exception. There are a number of reasons why quality is so important when it comes to these types of products.The food you like to cook will also have an impact. If you’re only planning to use it for meat, a smaller model might be best, whereas entire meals cooked on the grill will need a larger capacity to prevent food having to be grilled in batches. Some models fold out flat to double the grilling area, such as the 26250 Flexe Grill below. After cooking we thoroughly cleaned each electric grill following the instructions and considered how straightforward the task was. It’s important to note that when shopping for gadgets and technology products, it can be tempting to go for the lowest price possible. However, be wary of retailers that offer prices that seem too good to be true. Some less reputable retailers may sell counterfeit or low-quality products, which can be dangerous and not perform as well as the genuine product. We looked out for grill plates that were difficult to clean, little spots on the grill that are difficult to reach, and any damage or stained spots we noticed after we were finished cleaning.