Proper nutrition in our century, when many products do not differ in quality composition, is especially important. Many people tend to eat only natural food grown in a natural environment. But if in the summer and autumn periods this is feasible, then in winter difficulties arise. One of the best ways to preserve as many vitamins as possible in food is by drying them. Of course, the safest and most natural process is carried out in the fresh air, but what can you do if during the summer there is no way to dry large volumes of stocks? Of course, there is a way out - to get a dryer. Moreover, the domestic manufacturer made sure that it was possible to buy such products quite cheaply.
Ginger but not caulked
Under the ridiculous name “Ryzhik”, an electric dryer from the Petromash company is known, which during its existence on the market was able to win the love of customers due to not too complicated management, interesting, but at the same time simple design, strength of materials and practicality of use. Small, with a metal carrot-colored case, the Ryzhik dryer is conveniently located indoor, easy to carry. Great for giving.
General characteristics
The Ryzhik dryer is one of the most famous in Russia because of its characteristics that are superior to other manufacturers in a number of indicators. Here is some of them:
- Metal case and pallets.
- Dryer dimensions: 370 x 270 x 330 mm.
- Dimensions of removable pallets: 25 x 35 cm.
- Volume: 12 L
- The presence of a fan inside.
- Device weight: 6 kg.
- Heating to 70 ° C.
- Power: 500 watts.
All this consists of the usual Ryzhik electric dryer, with which you can afford to make a lot of reserves for the winter.
"Ginger Super"
In addition to the usual "Ginger", there is a dryer of even larger dimensions. The device with five pallets, adjustable air, heavier in weight than a conventional dryer, has a durable cladding material. Also, the Ryzhik-Super dryer has a high power of 800 watts. At the moment, this is one of the most powerful products known in Russia.
How it works?
The principle of operation of such a device as the Ryzhik dryer is simple and straightforward. Drying is the process by which moisture from products evaporates. This is facilitated by the movement of streams of warm air heated by means of heating elements. A fan built inside at the bottom of the product evenly distributes air, which allows for widespread moisture evaporation.
The average drying time is from four and a half to twenty hours, depending on what is specifically inside. As a rule, not a very large number of blanks are placed on one pallet, so if you need to make a lot of stocks, the Ryzhik-super fruit and vegetable dryer will be the best purchase.
All the charm of using this device is the function of controlling the air flows that will get on the products. With strong weathering, vegetables, mushrooms, berries are more likely to wither than dry, a small amount of air can lead to the taste of “boiled” berries and vegetables.
In the domestic plan, the Ryzhik dryer is not dangerous: it is equipped with a thermal switch that stops the dryer in case of overheating. Inside, there are also dividers that distribute air and remove moisture, so condensation does not form.
What can be dried?
When buying goods, many read annotations and comments, according to which, some vegetables, fruits, mushrooms, etc. cannot be used in electric dryers. In fact, this is a mistake: all electric dryers are similar in design and parameters, and therefore various products can easily fit into them .
Usually for drying for the winter use:
- healing herbs;
- fruit;
- vegetables;
- berries;
- mushrooms;
- meat;
- some types of fish;
- tree bark (for medical purposes);
- inflorescences of plants.
The dryer can easily master the entire list of products. There are no restrictions and rules as such regarding food. The dryer must be handled according to what is written in its instructions.
Dry vegetables and fruits
Each product placed in the apparatus requires careful preparation and care. For example, if the Ryzhik vegetable dryer contains vegetables, then before use they must be washed, wiped dry with a rag, cut into pieces and put the fruit on a pallet. Drying time of vegetables directly depends on how much moisture is in them. Do not place food products that have a strong smell on the pallet, as they will soak the contents of the dryer.
For many, dry fruits are an important part of a healthy diet. It is recommended to carry out drying at the lowest temperature - 30 ° C, since biologically active substances, vitamins, minerals are preserved and the color does not disappear in fruits. Particular attention should be paid to product storage. A dry, ventilated, warm room must be used; otherwise, underfruit (and this happens) may deteriorate. The Ryzhik fruit dryer neatly removes moisture from the fruit. Low temperature and a small stream of air allow drying fruits as carefully as possible, preserving all the nutrients.
Dry mushrooms
Another favorite treat for everyone is dry mushrooms. Collected in the forest in summer, they are very well preserved for the winter, if the mushroom dryer "Red" is used. On one pallet, you can fit up to 1 kilogram of mushrooms that need to be dried. The only thing that is undesirable to do with them is to wet them before drying. It is best before placing the mushrooms in an electric dryer, wilting them in the sun.
Healing herbs
Naturally, one should not forget about health either. Chamomile flowers collected in the summer, wormwood, rose hips, nettles and even greens - all this can be useful in the winter for the treatment of diseases. From dry herbs, it is good to prepare decoctions that will help with various ailments.
The Ryzhik dryer is intended not only for vegetables, fruits, berries and mushrooms. This is a multifunctional device that allows you to dry anything your heart desires.
Device disadvantages
Of course, everywhere there is a fly in the ointment. The dryer will not be a good purchase for people who consume very few products and do not housekeeping. The ordinary oven, which everyone has at home, will also cope with the task of evaporating moisture from products.
Those who love multifunctionality are also unlikely to be happy with the invention of a device that has only one function. On the other hand, for mushroom pickers, residents of private homes with gardens or for giving this acquisition is good and useful.
There may be a lot of noise from the dryer during operation, so it is advisable to place it in a room where you will not hear how it works. It's all about the air flows coming out through the open grooves.
The device is completely made of metal, which often leads to a curvature of the case during poor handling. Pallets may be deformed, the case itself during transportation has a chance to get a dent, which will affect the operation of the dryer in the future.
Customer opinion
Would you like to know if it’s worth buying equipment such as the Ryzhik dryer? Reviews will help determine the choice.
It is widely believed that imported dryers are much better than domestic ones. However, this is not at all true. "Ginger" is time-tested, and manufacturers are still not losing ground.
If we compare it with the goods of foreign manufacturers, then Ryzhik has several advantages:
- capacious pallets;
- drying quality;
- speed of work;
- the presence of a fuse;
- air flow adjustment function;
- power of work;
- the presence of a model with five pallets.
And what's nice: on average, a dryer costs about 3,000 rubles, which is cheaper than foreign counterparts. This is what some users think about this. Many, before they learn about "Ginger", prefer to see foreign-made equipment in their kitchen. Most reviews say that dried fruits taste like boiled. But with Ryzhik, the situation is changing for the better: fruits do not lose color, are perfectly preserved, the taste remains rich and pleasant and, importantly, without smacks and impurities that occur, for example, after gas drying. On average, dried vegetables, fruits and mushrooms are stored for about three years. High-quality drying increases their shelf life to five years.
Other buyers prefer to pick mushrooms in the forest with their own hands. After a sufficient amount accumulates at home, the need arises to preserve them. The simplest and most obvious solution is to dry the mushrooms for further harvesting. For large volumes of products, a not very expensive option is suitable, of which Ryzhik-Super is. This technique is unpretentious and can be located in any part of the house, it works quietly and does not interfere. Most people, when, for example, the mushroom season ends, start using the product for other purposes. Interestingly, equipment purchased only for mushrooms successfully copes with other tasks. Thus, a very useful purchase is the Ryzhik vegetable dryer. Reviews, of course, are about other methods of application: they use "Ginger" for herbs, fruits, berries and meat. And many of them have a positive orientation.