Concern about food and health has led many people to incorporate an air fryer into their home, and today we are going to talk to you about a very special device that includes a steam function to provide unique versatility, with which you can let your imagination and creativity fly in the kitchen, the Aigostar Melodía.
Aigostar Melody | |
Measurements (cm) | 32,4 x 40,5 x 39,2 |
Weight (kg) | 8,5 |
Noise (decibels) | N / A |
Power (watts) | 1.700 |
Features | 8 |
Control | Panel |
Temperature range (ºC) | 80-200 |
Time interval (min) | 1-60 |
Capacity (liters) | 7 |
Assessment | 96 |
La Aigostar brand was founded in 2009. Thanks to the good reception of its products, the firm has been growing and expanding its markets throughout America and a good part of Europe., with logistics headquarters in the United States, Spain, Italy, Holland, Poland, Germany, the United Kingdom and France, with more than 1.000 employees worldwide.
The European market is one of the priorities of the brand, which in Spain has the well-known presenter Anne Igartiburu as its ambassador., and offers a wide range of value-for-money, functional and practical products, including electrical appliances and lighting, personal care, home appliances, smart products and a wide line of kitchen devices.
Within its range of cooking appliances, its line of air fryers stands out especially, with models as interesting as the versatile Aigostar Joy, the wide Zane, manageable through app Cube Smart, or the protagonist of this review, which you will sometimes also see as the Aigostar 2 in 1 Steam Air Fryer, of which we will tell you all the details below, in our in-depth analysis.
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Aigostar Melodía: our assessment
The Aigostar melody has obtained a rating of 96 points out of 100. Combines ample interior capacity with a striking black design, in which its large touch screen stands out.
Its handling is simple and intuitive, and combines the functions of a fryer, oven and steamer in a single device, providing unique versatility and providing great help when it comes to taking care of your diet and eating healthier.
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Start up
Once unpacked and freed from the stickers and transport protections, we look for a Proper location for the device, on a flat, stable and heat-resistant surface (usually on the countertop).
The dimensions of the Aigostar Melodía are 32,4 x 40,5 x 39,2 centimeters, to which we must add, as is usual in this type of device, 10-15 centimeters that we must leave free around it, so that the air circulates properly and heat does not accumulate.
Before first use, wash the bucket and rack using water, dish soap and a soft sponge., non-abrasive; Afterwards, let it dry well or wipe it with a soft cloth.
It is also advisable to carry out a first start-up without putting food in the machine., activating the frying and steaming functions for 15 minutes.
When you plug in the device, it will go into sleep mode, and By pressing the power button we activate it.
Operation of the Aigostar Melody
The operation of an air fryer is similar to that of convection ovens. The resistance heats the air, which is circulated inside at high speed to cook food quickly and evenly.
The Aigostar Melodía has a power of 1.700 watts, which together with its interior size, more compact than that of an oven, achieves prepare food in less time and/or at a lower temperature than a conventional oven, with consequent electricity savings.
* 1.700 W in fryer mode and 900 W in steamer mode.
The protagonist of this analysis offers a large interior capacity, 7 liters, between 25% and 40% greater than that of some of the best sellers in the segment., such as the Cosori CS158-AF, Cecofry Full Inox 5500 Connected or the Ultenic K10, allowing you to cook 6-8 servings, even a whole chicken.
These types of devices are also sometimes called diet fryers or oil-free fryers, because they allow cook without adding fat or incorporating a small amount (as a guide, one or two tablespoons), obtaining tasty results and with many fewer calories.
Depending on the type of food, we can cook without any oil (e.g. salmon, hamburgers, or even chicken wings) or it will be better to add a little to get a better finish.
In the case of the usual French fries, it is better to coat them with a little oil to obtain a golden and crispy result., similar to traditional frying. In addition, it is advisable to have them previously submerged in water for at least half an hour, to remove the starch; Then, dry them well and add the oil before putting them in the fryer.
When adding the oil, you can use a silicone brush, a spray bottle, or simply put the food in a bowl or freezer bag., add one or two tablespoons of oil and stir well, so that they are coated everywhere.
Fryer and steamer
This machine is full of interesting qualities, but without a doubt The most special feature is the inclusion of the steam function, which opens up a wide range of additional possibilities, providing great versatility when it comes to eating healthier, a functionality that we had previously seen in the Princess 182080.
For the steam function, the Aigostar Melodía includes a water tank with a capacity of 1 liter; This cooking mode allows you to obtain well-made preparations, tender and preserving their nutrients.
Water tank
To fill the tank, use tap water, cold or not excessively hot (between 10º and 50º C). Next, we make sure to put the cap on properly, to avoid leaks. It is advisable to refill by removing the tank from the device.
When using the steam function (to the left of the power button), the temperature is set to 100º C and cannot be adjusted. The time can be adjusted from 1 to 60 minutes, and the tank capacity reaches 50-55 minutes of operation, so generally it will be enough. If the tank is empty, the device will beep to warn us and ask us to add water.
Steaming
The Aigostar Melodía has 8 preconfigured programs, which establish an appropriate time and temperature depending on the type of food to be cooked:
The steam function can be used for the first five, that is, to cook chicken, vegetables, fish, shrimp and chicken wings; In this case, the temperature is 100º C and the time is adjusted depending on this type of cooking.
Of course, as everyone has their own tastes, when it comes to frying, roasting or baking We can adjust time and/or temperature to adapt the finish to our preferences: more or less done, more or less golden…
Manual settings
In addition to preconfigured programs, you can also operate the Aigostar Melodía in manual mode, defining the time and temperature:
This comes in handy for making any recipe, since there are thousands of preparations for air fryers available on the Internet. Besides, The fryer itself includes a recipe book and can, in general, adapt any preparation for the oven., partially reducing the time and/or temperature, as it is a more efficient device (as a guide, 25%), so this device is extremely versatile: fry, steam cook, bake, gratin...
Maintenance
When it finishes cooking, as is usual in this type of machine, the Aigostar Melodía emits a few beeps to notify us.. It is advisable to clean the device after each use. After using the steamer function, it is advisable to empty the water tank.
The Aigostar Melodía has an automatic descaling system, to prevent the impact of lime, ideal for places where this problem exists. The chip built into the device will tell us when to perform descaling.
The bucket and rack will be washed once they have cooled completely, using soap, water and a soft sponge.. The exterior of the machine can be cleaned with a soft, dry or slightly damp cloth.
Steamed vegetables
Advantages of the Aigostar Melody
Capacity
The Aigostar Melodía offers a large capacity, 7 liters, which allows you to cook 6-10 servings, making it family-friendly and perfect for inviting your friends over for a healthier meal.
Fryer and steamer
This model combines two unique functions when it comes to eating healthier and more naturally, frying (almost) without oil and steam cooking, which achieves juicy textures while preserving nutrients.
Easy handling
Control of the device through its touch panel is very simple and intuitive, with 8 preset functions for precise one-touch cooking, like a chef.
Healthier and more natural food
With the Aigostar Melodía you can eat in a healthier and more natural way, without giving up delicious fried foods, with all the natural flavor of food but with many fewer calories.
Save time and money
Cooking with this device does not You have to constantly monitor the food, you avoid splashes, smoke and odors, and you save on oil consumption and electrical energy regarding an oven.
Value for money
This machine offers a large capacity, simple and comfortable handling, and combines the functions of fryer and steamer at a very reasonable price, a great value for money that will captivate you.
Opinions about the Aigostar Melody
It is the best investment I have made, it saves me a lot of time. I have made many things with it: paninis, chicken with potatoes, French fries, chicken schnitzel, roasted mushrooms, toast... At home we are super happy with it, we all use it, and the best thing is that if you arrive late, you can reheat it in lunch or dinner, saves a lot of time.
Desserts
It fries and cooks perfectly, although logically, it cannot be done simultaneously. The steamer function is a plus that few offer, and the steam is even used to clean leftover grease.. It is larger than others with the same capacity, but I have to say that the bucket is huge, I can make potatoes for four people without them piling on top of each other, and they turn out very well.
I've had it for a while and since I bought it, two other friends of mine did too, because they liked it so much. In some things you have to get the point, but once you have it, it turns out perfect. In addition, by having the steamer option, the food comes out better cooked. It is very easy to use and clean.
Meat with potatoes
I bought the Aigostar Melodía for its capacity and the possibility of having a fryer and a steamer in a single device.. It is very easy to use, a great machine, you just have to be careful not to put it under the furniture, as steam comes out and they get damp.
I bought this fryer attracted by its dual function. It is simple and intuitive to use, and cooks food well and quickly. The fries are crispy, and the chestnuts, first air-fried and then steamed, come out excellent. The preset settings are very practical. There is a good quality price relation.
Chicken made in the fryer
Why buy an Aigostar 2 in 1 Steam Air Fryer
If you are looking for a device or machine to help you eat better, with all the natural flavor of food, fewer calories and better preserving all its nutrients.
If you want a model with a large capacity, 7 liters, which allows you to cook for your family or invite your friends. If you want comfortable and simple handling, with Various pre-configured programs to obtain fantastic results at a touch, and without splashes, fumes or odors in the kitchen.
If you are interested combine the capacity of an air fryer with the benefits of steam cooking; And if, in addition, you prefer to trust one of the leading companies in the kitchen field, the Aigostar Melodía may be the appliance you have been waiting for.
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