Tefal products are known to many. A distinctive feature of this brand is quality, durability and multifunctionality. Of particular note is the Tefal GC306012 compact electric grill. Reviews note that he is a real helper in the house, allows you to cook tasty and healthy dishes, diversifies the menu of any family and helps to realize any culinary fantasies.
Description of the technical characteristics of the device
Tefal GC306012 grill, reviews of which note that the device will help to realize all the creative desires in the kitchen, allows you to create unusually delicious grilled dishes, regardless of the time of year. It can easily bake fish, meat and vegetables, as well as bake cookies or pizza.
The non-stick coating of the grill makes it possible to cook food without adding oil, and the fat that is released during the cooking process drains through special gutters into the pan.
Grill Tefal GC306012 (customer reviews note that the appliance is simple to operate and does not require special care) allows you to cook a wide variety of dishes. These are steaks, sandwiches, kebabs on skewers or panini. It perfectly fries fish, it turns out delicious vegetables and seafood. Even making fruit desserts here is not difficult.
The device has a temperature controller that allows you to choose the most suitable mode for cooking. The vertical corrugated panel can be positioned in three positions, these are:
In the “Grill” position there is a simultaneous frying of products on both sides, which reduces the cooking time by half and makes various products ready in literally five or ten minutes. During this time, the meat is baked evenly, but it will not be dry, but will retain all its juiciness. Vegetables acquire a spicy crust and a special taste. The BBQ function allows you to place more products in the appliance and cook them, using both surfaces of non-stick panels at the same time. The “Oven” mode allows you to bake pizza, pie or cookies. It is quite suitable for hot sandwiches.
Tefal appliances are easy to care for. The device has compact dimensions and modern stylish design in black and gray colors. The device can be stored in an upright position and therefore takes up very little space.
The surface area of ​​the unit is 22x30 cm. Its power is 2000 watts. Non-stick panels are not only easily detachable with a simple touch of a hand, but also securely fastened with four spring mechanisms. The heating element (TEN) is closed. When cooking, it emits little smoke and a minimum of odors. Control of machinery is carried out mechanically. The device weighs only 4.13 kg. Its parameters: in height - 20 cm, in width - 37.8 cm, and in length - 37.3 cm.
Device Options
Tefal GC306012 electric grill (reviews claim that this technique quickly and tasty cooks any dishes) is sold in a white box with full color printing. The box shows the device itself. Its distinctive features are the pan, non-stick plates with a corrugated surface. Appetizing food is also shown here, for which this device is purchased. The set of household appliances includes:
- electric grill;
- two non-stick removable plates;
- pan for fat;
- instructions for use;
- warranty card.
Tefal GC306012 (reviews of the owners say that this device allows you to cook juicy and tasty meat steaks) is made in China, and the guarantee for it is two years.
Preparing to use the device
Tefal GC306012 electric grill (reviews of some owners of this model note that the appliance emits strong smoke during the cooking process) should be installed on a horizontal and stable surface before use. It is best if an extractor hood is located next to the appliance. Before use, non-stick panels and baking sheets should be thoroughly washed, wait until they are completely dry or wipe them dry with paper towels. After this, the plates are installed in place.
Before the first use, it is recommended to lightly coat all panels with vegetable oil. In the future, you can not do this and cook without adding oil. Wipe the rest of the device with a soft, damp cloth. After these manipulations, the device is connected to the electrical network. First you need to make sure that the voltage in the outlet corresponds to the operating voltage of the electric grill, it is indicated on the underside of the device.
In order to prevent the unit from overheating, it should not be placed in a corner or pushed close to the wall. The appliance must be out of the reach of children. Before starting up the device, make sure that the non-stick plates are correctly installed and fit snugly against the electric grill.
Before connecting the device to a power outlet, the power cord is completely unwound, there should not be any bends on it. The grill must be connected to a grounded power outlet. If an extension cord is to be used, it must be grounded and have a suitable cross section. During the operation of the appliance, the cord is positioned so that it does not interfere underfoot and no one in it could get confused, and also could not accidentally push the electric grill off the table. At first use, smoke and an odor may appear within a few minutes.
Tefal grill GC306012 (user reviews note that the temperature regime of the device is smoothly adjustable and intermediate values ​​can be set between the three modes) should not function idle for a long period.
Do not move the appliance while it is in use or place kitchen utensils on it. When cooking, the orange indicator on the device periodically lights up and goes out. This indicates that the temperature is maintained at the required level. When performing the workflow, the grill can become very hot, so do not touch it at this moment. It is not recommended to use foil, this will degrade the quality of the dishes.
It is forbidden to extend the tray for draining fat while the unit is operating. Before you get the grease trap, you need to let it cool, and then you can pour out the fat and rinse it.
Cooking process
The Tefal Health Grill Comfort GC306012 electric grill (reviews note that the non-stick coating is quite weak and can be chipped at any time) has three main modes for cooking. It:
- vegetables, the cooking temperature here is 100Âş;
- hot sandwiches, cooked at 200Âş;
- meat, temperature - about 250Âş.
As mentioned earlier, on the instrument panel there is an indicator that periodically lights up, indicating that the electric grill maintains the selected cooking temperature.
In the "Single Grill" mode, the table-top Tefal GC306012 (reviews claim that the presence of removable panels is a huge advantage over other similar ones) bakes tomatoes and mushrooms in 14-15 minutes, and eggplant and peppers in 10-20 minutes. In the "Two Grills" mode, it will take 7-9 minutes to cook pizza, cookies, and pie, and hot sandwiches will be baked in about 5 minutes. The Three Electric Grill mode allows you to cook meat fillet in 9-14 minutes, meat and chicken skewers in 20-25 minutes, meat steak in 3-4 minutes, meat cutlet in 4 minutes. A dish of fish will be ready after 4-10 minutes, and a fish steak - 10-12 minutes.
Using Tefal GC306012 (reviews of the model mark its stylish design) when preparing fish dishes, you should take into account the size of the fish. The larger it is, the longer it will take to prepare the dish. Check the readiness of the fish by placing the knife between the gills. If the meat there will have a white color, then it is ready.
When preparing burgers, it is recommended to use the “Barbecue” mode, since if you close the roll with a panel, it will become excessively dry. The optimum temperature here is 185-200º.
A good addition to the usual menu will be fruits cooked on the grill. For their preparation, you need to choose strong and unripe fruits. Their optimum thickness is 3.5 cm. To emphasize the taste of this dessert, you can use spices or a special marinade.
Whatever dish is prepared on the grill, it will surely turn out tasty, juicy and rosy.
Electric Grill Care
Tefal Health Grill Comfort GC306012 (reviews say that it is a beautiful and practical electric grill that is fully consistent with its value) does not require serious care. In the process of cooking all the fat, juice is drained into a special tray, from which they are easy to remove.
The plates and grease trap can be washed both in the dishwasher and under the tap using detergents. All other parts of the device are wiped with a soft damp cloth, after which the parts of the device are wiped dry with paper towels.
Do not immerse the device itself and the cord in water. Electric grill Tefal Health Grill Comfort GC306012 (user reviews note that the technique fries deliciously and quickly, while forming a wonderful crisp crust) can be stored vertically, which will save unnecessary space in a small kitchen. It is forbidden to move the device, holding it by the handle and metal wires, this may cause their breakdown.
Machine control
Tefal GC306012 (reviews and an overview of this device indicate that the model fully meets all the requirements stated by the manufacturer) has simple control. On the front panel there is a button with which the device turns on and off. There is also a rotary rotator that allows you to adjust the temperature of cooking. There are three numbers on it, each of which corresponds to the cooking mode.
At the top of the panel is an information pictogram where one is a mushroom and pepper opposite the figure, a sandwich opposite the two, and meat and fish are drawn next to the three. Next to the off and on button is an indicator indicating the heating of the plates. Turning off, he makes a soft click.
Everything is simple in the work of Tefal GC306012 (reviews and photos can be viewed below). Even a schoolboy can figure it out.
Cost of electrical appliance
The Tefal GC306012 device (customer reviews of the model note that it allows you to cook tasty and healthy food without adding oil) costs about 6500-7500 rubles. The price may vary slightly, depending on the outlet. The electric grill is sold both in large hypermarkets of household appliances (Eldorado, M. Video, Technosila, MediaMark), and in ordinary electronics stores. Some get a similar model in online stores.
Safety regulations
When working with an electric grill, certain safety rules must be observed. First of all, the device should not be used by persons with disabilities, as well as those who do not have all the necessary skills to use the equipment. No children should be allowed into the device.
During cooking, the appliance heats up very much, so you should not touch its parts during the working process. Do not turn on the device if food will not be cooked in it. The unit should not work just like that. If a burn accidentally occurs upon contact with the grill, it must be moistened with cold water and immediately consult a doctor for medical help.
Smoke generated during operation can harm pets. Therefore, for the period of preparation of dishes, it is recommended to place them in those rooms where smoke will not reach them.
The device is intended for use exclusively at home. It is forbidden to use it in the kitchens belonging to the store, as well as in cafes and other commercial premises. Do not place the appliance on a surface that may deteriorate. Do not place the unit on a soft base. The electric grill is not located under wall cabinets, a shelf, or close to flammable objects such as furniture upholstery, curtains.
Positive user opinions
Allows you to cook aromatic and delicious steaks, sandwiches, various vegetable snacks, pizza, pastries and other dishes of Tefal GC306012. Reviews note the wonderful taste of such dishes, the speed and simplicity of their preparation.
Like users and three cooking modes. They note that it is possible to set an intermediate temperature between these modes. In the third mode, the cooking temperature reaches 250Âş. This allows you to quickly and tasty cook juicy meat with a crisp. All products used are fried without oil. Fat and juice from meat or fish flows down the gutters into a special tray. Among the positive aspects of the Tefal GC306012, owner reviews indicate easy maintenance of the device. Removable panels and drip pan are easy to wash, and drops drip from them so quickly. After a few minutes, the parts become dry by themselves, and you can not wipe them with dry paper towels.
People like the top panel, which is adjustable in three positions. This allows you to cook with the “pressure grill”, “barbecue” and “oven”.
When cooking products in the "Grill" function, dishes are placed on the bottom surface and pressed to the top. They are fried at once from two sides, which makes the cooking process faster. So usually cook meat, fish, sandwiches or shawarma.
An additional advantage is that the device can work in the "Barbecue" mode. Users like the lid to expand completely - horizontally. Due to this, the working surface is doubled, and the upper panel becomes at the same level as the lower one. This allows you to cook two different dishes at the same time, each on its own side. However, their taste will not mix.
Many people admire the “Oven” mode. In this position, special fasteners fix the top panel over the bottom, through a certain airspace. In the "air chamber" creates sufficient temperature for baking pizza, cake or cookies.
More to the positive aspects of the Tefal GC306012 reviews include its modern design, compactness and ease of use. You can store it in an upright position, so it takes up very little space.
Tefal GC306012: negative reviews
Among the shortcomings, owners point to smoke emissions, especially when meat or fish is being cooked. For this reason, many are forced to put the device during its operation under the hood. After cooking, some will air the kitchen. Cons consider the lack of smooth panels in the kit as a minus, as for some dishes the corrugated surface is not quite suitable.
There are people who are unhappy with the lack of a timer, since they themselves have to control the cooking time of the products. Some point to the fragility of the non-stick coating, which can easily be damaged by rough handling, as well as when washing panels in the dishwasher.
Many are not satisfied with the price of Tefal GC306012. Reviews of some people consider it overpriced. It is noted that for such a cost, the device has a fairly small functionality.
In addition, the device does not have normal instructions, and the one that is attached is poorly translated and mainly contains pictures without explanation. Some say that it’s nice to add a cookbook with recipes for dishes designed specifically for this electric grill.
In general, the device has proven itself only on the good side. Users are satisfied with the dishes that they manage to get when using the grill.
Call the chief assistant in the kitchen Tefal GC306012 reviews. The description of this model marks its quality and the presence of all the necessary functions for an electric grill. Users say that with this appliance it is easy to prepare tasty and healthy food without adding oil. This is especially important for those who lead a healthy lifestyle.