This Smeg mini oven can replace all your kitchen gadgets

The best air fryers may be all the rage right now, but this other kitchen gadget caught my eye. Smeg just released a new mini oven that the brand claims can replace all your other kitchen gadgets. I know, a bold claim. But this device can actually do it. It offers 10 different functions in 1. And while I love appliances, my kitchen counter is pretty full; so this space saver seems especially appealing.

Smeg’s latest mini oven performs ten impressive functions, from steaming to grilling, giving you more space for your culinary masterpieces and less for bulky appliances. It’s not just about saving space. This multifunctional wonder uses less energy while providing faster cooking. That means you can cook your favourite dishes faster and pay lower energy bills.

There are 33 built-in recipes, from succulent meat and fish dishes to delightful desserts and perfect pizzas. Simply enter the weight of the ingredients and the oven does the rest, intelligently adjusting the time and temperature. This slick Smeg appliance packs a punch with a range of functions.

Baking will brown evenly and beautifully rise cakes and pastries. Convection mode ensures roasted vegetables and potatoes are crisp and golden. Grilling and gratin add a bubbling, melted finish to dauphinoises and pasta bakes. The bottom bake function is a real game changer for pizzas and pastry tarts, ensuring perfect crispiness from the bottom up. And for those who love golden, crispy treats, the air frying function uses less fat and takes less time, which is ideal for homemade chips and breaded chicken.

Smeg doesn’t stop there. The warming function keeps food at the perfect serving temperature, while the defrost mode safely defrosts food without cooking. Pure steam is a nutritious alternative to cooking on the stove, ideal for rice, vegetables, curries and casseroles. Convection steam combines the heat of the oven with steam to create perfect roasted meats, caramelised on the outside and juicy on the inside. Finally, the steam grill function is your choice for pork chops and sausages, providing a caramelised surface while keeping the meat tender.

This machine could convince me to replace some of the many appliances in my kitchen. The Smeg 10 in 1 Countertop Multifunction Oven will be available from 18th July for £850, exclusively at Smeg.