10 Gadgets Every Kitchen Needs

Time to transform your cooking game with these 10 essential kitchen gadgets. From the precision of a digital food scale to the versatility of a fish spatula, these must-have kitchen tools will revolutionize the way you prepare and cook meals. Get ready to stock up your kitchen with these game-changing tools that make cooking easier, faster, and more enjoyable!

• Quality Chef’s Knife – A good, sharp knife is a MUST in the kitchen. This one knife will handle about 90% of all your kitchen cutting needs. If you get a high-quality knife, it’ll last you for years to come, saving you time and money. Also, did you know that a sharp knife is SAFER than a dull, cheap knife? Instead of sawing away at whatever you’re cutting and risking the knife slipping and cutting you, a sharp knife can slice through food with less pressure, which ensures you have more control over it.
• Instant-Read Digital Thermometer – Think of this gadget like it’s your cooking insurance. No more guessing or cutting into meat to check if it’s done. With an instant-read thermometer, you can know EXACTLY the temperature, even in the thickest parts of the meat. This will ensure you won’t be overcooking your meat, and that it’ll turn out tender and juicy every time. Pro Tip: Get one with a back lit display. When you’re grilling outside and it’s getting dark, you’ll definitely need the extra light!
• Microplane – This small but mighty gadget is a work-horse in the kitchen! One of the most obvious uses is to zest citrus like in my Artichoke and Olive Tapenade, but it can be used to zest hard cheeses like Parmesan or Pecorino over pasta or zoodles! A microplane is also a fantastic tool for grating fresh garlic and ginger, chocolate (it’s the best way to make your desserts look a little fancy!), and even hard-boiled eggs! Trust me, if you’ve never zested hard-boiled eggs over your salad, then here’s your sign!
• Bench Scraper – This really is the perfect tool for getting all those chopped veggies from the cutting board into the pan or salad bowl. I also use it to clean up my workspace quickly, especially if there’s dough stuck on the counter. Speaking of dough, it’s the perfect gadget for dividing any dough into half!
• Fish Spatula – Even if fish isn’t your jam, this is a must-have kitchen gadget! Because it’s made of stainless steel, it’s sturdy and isn’t at risk for melting and won’t wear down over time. Its thin, sharp edge makes it perfect for delicately turning fish and other tender foods without breaking them. I especially like using it on my grill or even for making cookies!
• Air Fryer – I can’t even remember what life was like before cooking with an air fryer! This appliance has revolutionized my time in the kitchen, and I know it’ll do the same for you. It cooks up food fast and with little clean up. The best part is it gives you the crispiest food without frying it in oil!
  This kitchen gadget has transformed my daily cooking routine in more ways than I can name. Not only does it cook food in half the time of a conventional oven, but it also creates that crispy exterior with just a light spray of oil. From making potstickers to air fryer pears to reheating foods like pizza, the quick cooking time and minimal cleanup have earned this air fryer a permanent spot on my counter. You get all the satisfaction of deep-fried foods with a fraction of the oil and none of the mess.
• Mini Food Processor – This small and cost-effective kitchen gadget is incredibly useful! It can save you time by finely chopping vegetables and is the right size for making a small batches of food like fresh pesto, salad dressing, and even smoothie bowls.
• Food Scale – If you want more consistency and accuracy in your cooking and baking, this is the kitchen gadget for you. It’s widely known that when baking, measuring ingredients by weight rather than volume will yield far better results. But even if you’re not into baking, you’ll still want a kitchen scale to help with portion control and recipe scaling.
• Strainers – There are a couple of strainers/colanders that are helpful in the kitchen. The first is this silicone strainer which allows you to strain noodles straight from the pot! I also like this set of collapsible strainers because the set comes in a variety of sizes and saves space in the kitchen cupboard. The set also comes with a self-draining base which allows water to drain directly into your sink while the strainer is secure and stable on the counter.
•  Adjustable Measuring Cup  – Every time I share this, people go wild because it’s a game-changer for sticky or liquid ingredients like peanut butter. It’s so simple to use and can also be used for wet or dry ingredients.