The concern for health and a healthier and more natural diet has led millions of people to incorporate an air fryer into their homes, and from the hand of one of the leading brands in this segment comes the Cecofry DuoHeat 6000, a model with double resistance to obtain a delicious finish.
Cecofry DuoHeat 6000 | |
Measurements (cm) | 28,1 x 37 x 30 |
Weight (kg) | 5,3 |
Power (watts) | 1.500 |
Features | 7 |
Reheat | Yes |
Control | Panel |
Temperature range (ºC) | 80-200 |
Capacity (liters) | 6 |
Display window | Yes |
Assessment | 95 |
The Spanish company Cecotec It has been leading the small appliance market in its country of origin for years., and is positioned as one of the main options in other competitive markets, such as France, Germany or Italy.
Known by many for its robot vacuum cleaners Conga or for their brooms Conga rockstar, Within its wide range of kitchen machines, its Mambo robots—one of the main alternatives to Thermomix—and its extensive collection of air fryers stand out., for all tastes and needs.
Today is renewing its line of air fryers, in which he has presented models as interesting as the Cecofry Rain (with oil auto-dosing), the mist 7000 (with steam cooking), the Flip&Grill (which can be grilled and even stewed) and this Cecofry DuoHeat 6000, of which we will tell you all the details below.
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Cecofry DuoHeat 6000: our evaluation
The Cecofry DuoHeat 6000 has obtained a rating of 95 points out of 100. It is an air fryer that combines good capacity and compact exterior size, with a large viewing window to monitor the status of the recipe at all times.
Combines high power with the cooked in 3D which provides its double resistance to offer perfect results without having to turn the food, and the possibility of cook on the grill allows you to obtain the perfect point for meats; has various preconfigured menus and a very attractive price, so the quality-price ratio is high.
Box contents
Start up
The device comes well packaged and protected. We proceed to remove all the components from the box, freeing them from stickers and protections for transport, and we are looking for a suitable location for the fryer.
It is recommended to place it on a smooth, stable and heat resistant surface (normally, on a countertop), leaving free space around it so that air can circulate properly and heat does not accumulate (as a guide, 10-15 centimeters).
Before using it for the first time, It is advisable to wash the elements that will be in contact with food (bowl and racks), using water, dish soap and a non-abrasive sponge, so as not to damage the non-stick coating.
When you plug in the fryer, the display lights will illuminate; By pressing the on/off touch icon, we activate it (if we do nothing else afterwards, after 15 minutes it goes into stand-by).
Operation of the Cecofry DuoHeat 6000
The operation of an air fryer is similar to that of a convection oven. The air is heated by a resistance and rotated inside the device at high speed. to obtain fast and uniform cooking of food.
The Cecofry DuoHeat 6000 includes 3D cooking, with two resistances —one on top and one on the bottom— to obtain a more consistent and uniform result, more quickly and without having to stir or turn the food.
Most air fryers only have a heating element on the top; The double resistance of the Cecofry DuoHeat 6000 allows you to finish in less time and avoids having to open the device (which causes a loss of energy); Other models with double resistance are the Cosori Dual Blaze and Cecofry FireDome 8000 Pro, both significantly more expensive than the protagonist of this analysis.
Thanks to the double resistance, you can get better results in different preparations:
The circulation of hot air allows you to cook food without adding oil or with a small amount (as a guide, one or two tablespoons), obtaining healthier preparations with fewer calories, which is why in many cases, this type of appliance is also called "oil-free fryers" or "diet fryers."
To add the oil, Some users choose to coat food with a silicone brush, while others prefer to use a spray spray. to spread small droplets throughout the food.
The Cecofry DuoHeat 6000 offers an internal capacity of 6 liters, so it is suitable for cooking 3-6 servings, responding to the needs of couples, families or if you want to invite your friends.
The large panoramic viewing window makes it easy to see the status of the preparation without having to open the bucket., as happens in most fryers, which in addition to being comfortable, allows you to avoid energy losses.
Handling the fryer
The Cecofry DuoHeat 6000 has a practical and intuitive touch panel, which allows it to be handled very easily; It has 8 preconfigured functions, for:
The predefined functions establish a standard time and temperature, depending on the type of food, to obtain a good result at a touch; However, as not all foods are the same and we each have our preferences, the parameters can be manually modified to obtain a result more in line with our tastes: more or less done, more or less golden...
You can also cook directly in manual mode (DIY or Do It Yourself), setting the time and temperature:
Cecofry DuoHeat 6000 panel
There are countless recipes on the Internet for air fryers, which you can do in a simple and precise way, to become a real chef.
In general, any oven recipe can also be adapted.; As it is a more efficient and compact device, we will have to partially reduce the time and/or temperature (as a guide, 25%).
Cleaning and maintenance
It is recommended to perform maintenance after each use. Before proceeding, you must unplug the device and let it cool completely (you can leave the bucket open to do so more quickly).
To wash the interior, use water, soap and a soft sponge, while For the exterior you can use a soft cloth or kitchen paper., dry or slightly moistened.
If grease or food remains are stuck to the bucket or rack, they can be left to soak. with water to help remove it before proceeding with cleaning.
Advantages of the Cecofry DuoHeat 6000
It's a Cecofry
The Spanish brand is one of the references in the segment, thanks to its practical and functional appliances, which are of great help in the kitchen and they do what is expected of them, like the protagonist of this review.
Double resistance
Its double resistance allows it to offer a greater efficiency, faster and more uniform results, more delicious grill-like finishes and avoids having to turn the food with the consequent energy loss.
panoramic display
The panoramic viewing window allows for comfortable view of the interior of the appliance to see how the recipe is going, without having to open the container, saving energy and reducing the electricity bill.
Healthier and more natural food
With the fryer you can make a wide variety of recipes (almost) without oil, recovering the natural flavor of food and with many fewer calories, to eat better and take care of your health.
Convenience, time and money
The Cecofry DuoHeat 6000 has various preconfigured programs, You don't have to constantly monitor it, you avoid splashes, fumes and odors, and you save oil and electricity.
Value for money
This model offers a capacity of 6 liters, a large viewing window and double resistance at a very reasonable price, a great quality-price ratio that will captivate you.
Why buy a Cecofry DuoHeat 6000
If you want to add an air fryer to your kitchen 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, 6 liters, enough for several people, to cook for your family or invite your friends. If you are looking for a simple, intuitive and comfortable operation, with various pre-configured programs to obtain fantastic results with one touch, and without splashes, smoke or odors in the kitchen.
If you are interested in double resistance to obtain sensational results when preparing meat, fish or even a pizza; And if, in addition, you prefer to opt for a leading brand in the kitchen field, the Cecofry DuoHeat 6000 may be the device you have been waiting for.
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