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Definitely NTA. And if you are looking for another place to live to make it more bearable in the meantime for the last months you live there it might be worth it to get an induction cooktop like this
Duxtop 8100MC 1800W Portable Induction Cooktop Countertop Burner, Gold https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0045QEPYM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_XGBUCb8NZ4ATH.
So if your landlord complains about you using HER stove, you can just say that you bought your own and she can just screw off.
Induction countertop stoves are really cheap anymore, you might do that instead if you've got a pot that will work with it. This is the first one to come up on Amazon, and its only 50 bucks https://www.amazon.com/Duxtop-8100MC-Portable-Induction-Countertop/dp/B0045QEPYM/
When I travel for work I bring an induction hot pad to cook with. Could that be an option? About $50 on Amazon
I feel for you, honestly it's one of my big fears in life (not kidding)
How about one of those portable induction burners (they're not that expensive and you can use the electric for "secondary" things ?
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https://www.amazon.com/Duxtop-8100MC-Portable-Induction-Countertop/dp/B0045QEPYM
High temperatures or low? I’m not sure you’ll get the performance you want at lower temperatures, even with small T increments.
We have a Duxtop unit from amazon. (https://www.amazon.ca/Secura-8100MC-Portable-Induction-Countertop/dp/B0045QEPYM) It still cycles at low wattages. After researching the issue, It’s my understanding that this is an electrical limitation and all units do this. We’re running off an inverter in an RV so I wanted to be able to use the stove at low heat without taxing the inverter, which is slightly undersized for the stove. I can literally stand there and watch the load & voltage cycle up and down on the battery monitor as I run the stove at the second lowest setting.
I have to introduce you to this. I now sear outside and get zero smoke indoors. Also, induction burners get cast iron hotter, faster, without using as much electricity as a regular cooktop. Probably my second favorite purchase after my smoker.
Are they providing you a food budget? It seems like if you are not able to cook for yourself, you should be compensated, as prepared foods and dining out are more expensive. (I know this isn't what you asked about). I also agree with pushing for an airbnb or other accommodation that might both be cheaper for the company and a better quality of life.
To add on to what others have said, since you have a mini fridge, you could do things like overnight oats for breakfasts.
seconding getting a hot plate, and if you can afford it, an inexpensive induction one is awesome - you just need a stainless steel (not aluminum) pan or pot. But I have catered many an event with just one or two of those. I haven't used this particular model, but its way better than a standard electric hotplate and not too pricy. https://www.amazon.com/Duxtop-8100MC-Portable-Induction-Countertop/dp/B0045QEPYM/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3LCOGM1PI0Q6J&keywords=portable%2Binduction%2Bcooktop&qid=1647111573&sprefix=portable%2Bind%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-3&th=1
I'd use an extremely large induction hot plate, instead of running the current through the anchor. That keeps the current safely isolated, with minimal power loss. You'd get a white incandescence at around 1300°C, which is a couple of hundred degrees below the iron would start melting.
Before I made the decision with induction (though I had been thinking about it for some time), my wife got me an induction portable cooktop to try out first.
I absolutely love it - super fast boiling, AND it's not even highest wattage since it's only portable. I recommend trying this first before going full induction just to see if you like cooking on it.
In my experience, the learning curve is knowing what number to set the heat at, which is just as arbitrary as how big a flame is. But once you're good with that, it's pretty great.
Now, it's just a matter of which induction range to get. Unfortunately, at 36", there are very few options as it's a niche corner of the market for induction at that width.
I’ve used induction cooktops at a local cooking school and they work extremely well! You need induction cookware. Highly recommend.
Duxtop 1800W Portable Induction Cooktop Countertop Burner, Gold 8100MC/BT-180G3 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0045QEPYM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_FQJT4J0ME6TJRA75X1XS
Wondering which stove and pans you have, I've been using the same set of pans for about 6/7 years, most of those years on induction cooktops and have never experienced most of the cons you list (only one being the spinning/sliding pan on top of the surface since it's so slick and I guess maybe the cost to repair? Never had it break on me, yet).
I used three induction stoves in that time, first one was a middle range samsung, then I did about a year of van-life and used a small induction cooktop I bought on amazon (that one https://www.amazon.ca/-/fr/gp/product/B0045QEPYM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1) and for the past 4 years I'm using a higher end Cafe stove. All the time with the same set of pans (two cast-irons and a set of stainless steel ones).
I bought an Induction Cooktop Burner that I take outside and use with a cast iron pan. Keeps the house from getting too smokey and heats up VERY quickly.
Go with the pressure cooker. Trying to boil water in a slow cooker will be an exercise in frustration. You'll get a simmer at best. But honestly, your best bet would be to buy a portable induction cooker. Something like this. Relatively inexpensive, and when you do get a stove, you can still use it for things like keeping food hot on the counter during the holidays.
Stews, soups, chili, rice, pastas with the slow cookers /pressure cooker
Grilled meats/veggies with the electric grill
You can also buy an induction cooktop
When I worked in hotel housekeeping a decade+ ago in an upscale joint in SoCal we only washed the coffee pots in the sink; just warm water and a tiny bit of dish soap when was available (it wasn't a priority). I hope practices have improved since then but personally I would never, never use a hotel coffee pot. I would boil my water in the microwave before I used those things.
If you're dealing with a prolonged hotel stay (having been there; I'm so sorry and I wish you all the best!) I would recommend getting a cheap induction cooker and using your own kettle to boil water. On the upside you can also use it cook things like frozen dumplings, instant ramen, and other prepared soups that just need boiled water; it's so much better than microwaving.
Cast iron is induction-compatible. The gas stove in my apartment doesn't quite do it for me, so I use this induction cooktop I bought off of amazon a few years back. It gets the pan ripping hot... I'm not sure induction is your issue.
If she wants to be (and feel) extra safe, she can buy a standalone cooktop.
Induction ones are approx $70CAD on Amazon with next day delivery. I used one (this one) for months due to an issue with my cooktop until I fixed it.
When I cook steaks outside (and if I'm not using charcoal) I use a portable induction hob and a cast iron skillet. It would mean you might not be able to use the griddle you already have, but if you have a heavy skillet, that might be a good choice.
Don't choose a pan big enough to overlap the controls. The cooking surface is glass, but the controls are plastic. Mine is a little bubbled...
If you have power outside look at an induction plate, you don't have to store propane that way and they are useful inside. I have one and it easily gets up the 480 quickly, that puts a nice sear on foods.
I use this in a small pantry to boil water in a induction compatible gooseneck kettle. Works great and has no open flame etc. Safe in small areas. Just need induction compatible cookware. Most are labeled.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0045QEPYM/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
re: electric i was looking at something like this
1800W sounds like a lot but not sure if it would be enough to get my cast iron to that surface-of-the-sun temp i like, since the dial apparently only goes up to 460 degrees
Can't you get like a toaster oven or an electric cooktop like this: https://www.amazon.com/Secura-8100MC-Portable-Induction-Countertop/dp/B0045QEPYM
Or a slow cooker and a rice cooker? Like you can make chicken, veggies, and rice in any of these things.
It's great for a bachelor. I still make at least 3 servings and have left overs. Also, you can get something like this https://www.amazon.com/Secura-8100MC-Portable-Induction-Countertop/dp/B0045QEPYM/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1492464517&sr=8-5&keywords=induction+cooktop
that will help with finishing
Do you need a special type of 5 gallon pot to make this work? Would something like this work: https://www.amazon.ca/1800-Watt-Portable-Induction-Countertop-8100MC/dp/B0045QEPYM/ref=sr_1_1?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1457978273&sr=1-1&keywords=induction+cooktop
You can get 220v into your kitchen no problem. In fact you should already have a 220 line if you have a electric range.
This is a 120v unit, not $20 though. DUXTOP 1800-Watt Portable Induction Cooktop Countertop Burner 8100MC https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0045QEPYM/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_jWA0wb0Q44C6Q
Also have you tried your local Asian markets? They might have them.
Was it the Duxtop 8100MC model? I'm thinking about getting this model to heat my strike and sparge water but still use a banjo burner to do the hour boil. How big is your brew kettle and was there much overhang? Thanks! Edit: http://www.amazon.ca/1800-Watt-Portable-Induction-Countertop-8100MC/dp/B0045QEPYM
I'm pretty happy with my $60 burner http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0045QEPYM/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_2?pf_rd_p=1944687702&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B000MVN1M6&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1DHEWQ09AFV7AWSW1GCS
Though I do use it mostly for boiling. But I used it daily when we remodeled our kitchen, and was very happy with it. And I loathe electric cooktops.
I just saw something like this today. I wonder if this would be allowed? Uses magnetic waves to heat a cooking vessel.
A friend of mine did mobile pourovers with an induction plate so he could constantly heat large amounts of water. You can also get a bona vita gooseneck variable temp kettle, but you'll be limited in quantity.
Induction plate link: http://www.amazon.com/1800-Watt-Portable-Induction-Countertop-8100MC/dp/B0045QEPYM/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1425574795&sr=8-2&keywords=induction+plate
Ah, I am interested in this particular topic because I am doing keto specifically to drop weight to get into the Military. I am not sure what level of food diversity they provide in the galley.
My thoughts, get an induction hotplate(something like this) and a small skillet for the eggs and other sundry.
Do they have deli sandwiches in the galley? if so you could just eliminate the bread and eat the meat/cheese.
I might try and see how hard it is to just stay below 100 carbs per day at first, and then see where you can make improvements.
Don't buy any piece of cookware that incorporates electricity.
It will not get hot enough, it'll be hard to work with, hard to clean, hard to store/remove, etc.
Better to get a simple induction hot plate: then buy a pan that is good-quality that you can afford (and won't freak out like if a $100 electric wok gets scratched).
Induction does have drawbacks: you won't be able to use anodized aluminum.
I'd suggest a $50 induction hot plate like this and a $40 copper nonstick wok like this.
It'll cost about as much as an electric wok (they tend to run $75-$125).
But when you decide you want to cook on something different (like a frying pan or a stock pot), you can just buy a different pan.
The hot plate is much easier to store or even leave out, compared to an electric wok: you can store the copper wok easily.
Long-term, it's the better and more-economical way to go.
Or if you don't want to buy an entire stove, you can just buy a cook top.
https://www.amazon.ca/Secura-8100MC-Portable-Induction-Countertop/dp/B0045QEPYM/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=induction+cooktop&qid=1600027350&sr=8-5
Doesn't need to be an "outside" one. You could use any cheap portable induction cooktop and drag it outside for use. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0045QEPYM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_sMPQBbGGHWN9Q
It will work with your castiron.
Better yet, get a simple induction burner.
Do you have the space to set up a cooking station with a table you could fit your chair under and one of these maybe?
Duxtop 1800W Portable Induction Cooktop Countertop Burner, Gold 8100MC/BT-180G3 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0045QEPYM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_HPKHKY42NGQTCRYKYGYQ
Hamilton Beach Electric Indoor Searing Grill Removable Easy-To-Clean Nonstick Plate, 6-Serving, Extra-Large Drip Tray, Stainless Steel (25360) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00F0RBF3E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_YG2ABFC1G4KTCJ6KY29A
Tonight? I can't help you. For the future, get an induction burner (I have one similar to this one), crank it to 11, and sear away!
I use this and it works great!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0045QEPYM/ref=cm\_sw\_em\_r\_mt\_dp\_AJ9HYV6HQN763HGQ4CE7
I'd get a single induction hob like this and just use that for most things
It's something like this https://www.amazon.com/Duxtop-8100MC-Portable-Induction-Countertop/dp/B0045QEPYM
So yeah, it doesn't seem using a cast iron will be that great for me based on what you've said and another commenter. Could you explain a bit more about temperature control though? Do you mean that changing the heat on an electric stove doesn't really affect the temperature of the pan?
Not a hot plate. An induction burner. It’s another style of electric stove. The terrible ones in the student housing are electric coil. Induction works with magnets. Only down side is you have to make sure your pans work. Here is an example:
A gas burner would be something like this:
Note that if you for a gas burner, iwantani is the only brand I’ve seen that actually markets it as an indoor burner.
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The other answer is that "overkill" isn't really a thing unless the higher voltage is enough higher to need different insulation practices.
And since almost everything that converts to DC is made to be 240 V compatible anyway, sticking to the lower voltage standard only serves to make power supplies slightly less efficient and reliable in the US. Also, electric kettles are much slower, American space heaters can have for noticeable cord warming because of how much current they require, and behold the virgin 1800W induction cooktop vs the chad 2.8 kW double induction hob.
Buy an induction hotplate. No risk of it tripping breakers and they work awesome.
Duxtop 1800W Portable Induction Cooktop Countertop Burner, Gold 8100MC/BT-180G3 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0045QEPYM/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_VQ6B5QZC5JT6FDSKPMQ3
I had the same problem with the normal electric stove in my kitchen. I would put it on max and it would still barely make the 6 min time limit.
I ended up getting this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0045QEPYM/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It's been great so far. At max power it's 1800W but for the 9barista I put it on level 4 which is 1000W, and the espresso starts coming out at ~4:30.
You want to make one or you just want to use it?
https://www.amazon.com/Duxtop-8100MC-Portable-Induction-Countertop/dp/B0045QEPYM
Doh! I thought I pasted the link https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B0045QEPYM/
You may want to look into a George Foreman grill.
Also, I see "hot plate" in the list of suggestions. That could mean a few different things. Look specifically into an induction stove.
Already had an induction plate. That plate doesn't quite boil as vigorously as I might like, but it does the job and can be put on a timer. People generally suggest this one if you want to get to boil faster and more vigorously . So essentially just finding a kettle that was induction ready was the hardest part.
I've got this one from duxtop and I really like it, but have started relying more on this gas cooktop. I like the gas because it gets hotter than the induction (by a wide margin), its cheaper, and I'm not limited to magnetic cookware for it to work. I also appreciate that I have to worry less about tripping over the power cord and pulling a 600º pan off the table.
Doesn't need to be an "outside" one. You could use any cheap portable induction cooktop and drag it outside for use. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0045QEPYM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_sMPQBbGGHWN9Q
It will work with your castiron.
Just buy a portable one. Secura 8100MC 1800W Portable Induction Cooktop Countertop Burner, Gold https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0045QEPYM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_1c-4zb9AQT14W
Before you do, why not get a separate hot pot and electric hot plate? http://img1.weiku.com/c/022/599/stainless_steel_sauce_pot_hot_pot_with_divider_8107_7.JPG + https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0045QEPYM/ref=s9_top_hd_bw_bw40p_g79_i2?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-3&pf_rd_r=RW029D6Q9J9GMF5RBJ9D&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=99e87903-f500-5b25-abb9-c05b564eacc1&pf_rd_i=13838451
From a utilitarian perspective this seems more sensible than a one-task an electric hot pot combo. No review on these specific items but the price for both is around 70$ anyways.
buy one of these, and keep using your pan!
http://www.amazon.com/1800-Watt-Portable-Induction-Countertop-8100MC/dp/B0045QEPYM
I'd really consider getting a simple induction burner so you'd have another burner. You just have to make sure you have s compatible pan.
Im using this induction plate on a 5 gallon stainless: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0045QEPYM?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00
no open flame and it holds temps great
it wont work with the copper so you will also need an induction diffuser: like this. http://www.amazon.com/VonShef-Induction-Diffuser-Stainless-Available/dp/B00DOZXK4Q/ref=sr_1_4?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1445820648&sr=1-4&keywords=induction+pan
Try induction heating. You can get little hotplate sized ones.
fix it or get an induction burner
You can also just have a gas stove and one of these.
http://www.amazon.com/1800-Watt-Portable-Induction-Countertop-8100MC/dp/B0045QEPYM
> Is an induction plate that much better than a regular hot plate?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Induction_cooking
They are efficient, get hot quicker (and cold much quicker), and they are easier to clean.
It's not quite as awesome as gas, but as far as the electric options go, it's the closest one.
> It's around $90 vs the traditional $25.
There are many for around $60:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0045QEPYM/
Well, if you don't already got a microwave and/or small oven, it might be a better idea to get a small oven and some cheap-ass hot plate.
There are also small ovens with microwave and two hot plates on top, but they are ridiculously expensive and hard to find.
Back in college, I had one like this (without microwave):
http://www.amazon.com/-/dp/B004KOHTCO/
It worked okay-ish, but the hot plates were rather weak. They were still good enough for things like pasta + sauce or frying some eggs.
This is currently the highest rated on amazon: http://www.amazon.com/1800-Watt-Portable-Induction-Countertop-8100MC/dp/B0045QEPYM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1423747440&sr=8-1&keywords=induction+cooktop
I have not personally, but others around the internet have. You need to make sure you buy one that can be set by temperature and NOT just an arbitrary "power" setting.
Buy an induction cooktop
Saves you time and energy.
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