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Post by davida on May 9, 2012 23:52:34 GMT -5
If any of you use a steam juicer, would you be kind enough to share your knowledge? I have read that you can make tomato sauce by putting the pulp in a blender. Has anyone used this method? Also, which steam juicer would you recommend?
Thanks,
David
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Post by potter on May 10, 2012 2:11:13 GMT -5
I have and use steam juicer, one of these.. www.juiceland.co.uk/item--Mehu-Liisa-Steam-Juicer--MEHULIISA.htmlBut not all things can be turned into juice in it...apples are good example...they just turn into puree and the juices don't follow through. I've never tried it with tomatoes..  The blender method of 'juicing' would make you 'passata'..so yes..suppose you could do that..and with added water(if needed) turning it into juice. I think you still have to put it through sieve to get rid of bits of skin and seeds. Can you get passata machines over there?..they are supposed to get rid of the 'rubbish' while processing the fruit. www.seedsofitaly.com/product/444 |
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Post by potter on May 10, 2012 2:15:13 GMT -5
Oh..forgot to add..that steam juicer I sent link for is really good..and if you don't need the juice collecting part of the set very often..rest of the stack of metal ware is just normal pan and lid and you get to use it as veg steamer too..there is always use for those..  |
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Post by Walk on May 10, 2012 7:35:44 GMT -5
We've used a steam juicer for over 25 years. I can only recommend stainless steel versions for use with high acid foods, although I've seen aluminum and many years ago some enameled steel. Nice features are a glass lid (so you can see what's going on), and the ability to use the steamer basket on the base without the juice pan in the middle (so you can use it as a very large steamer - great for doing sweet corn). The cheapest versions have thin metal bottoms, while the better quality have thick, clad aluminum core bases. They will last longer and are nice if you use the bottom pan as a soup pot. You can make tomato sauce by putting the pulp in a blender or run it through a Victorio strainer type of device to remove the skins and seeds. It's just a matter of preference as to the desired outcome. The juice can be bottled and is great for soup stock. There is so much more about this method than can fit in a posting. You can look at our web site www.geopathfinder.com/9473.html at the bottom of the food preservation page to see some pictures. I teach workshops on energy-saving food preservation techniques and after a couple of decades eventually put the info in writing. Our book, "Feeding Ourselves" is available on our site. |
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Post by davida on May 10, 2012 8:15:49 GMT -5
You can look at our web site www.geopathfinder.com/9473.html at the bottom of the food preservation page to see some pictures. I teach workshops on energy-saving food preservation techniques and after a couple of decades eventually put the info in writing. Our book, "Feeding Ourselves" is available on our site. Wow. What a great website. I will be ordering your book this week. Excited to learn more about energy saving food preservation. Which steam juicer do you recommend with the thick bottom? Since I plan to use it forever, I am interested in getting the best quality. Thanks for your help, David |
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Post by davida on May 10, 2012 8:25:29 GMT -5
I have and use steam juicer, one of these.. www.juiceland.co.uk/item--Mehu-Liisa-Steam-Juicer--MEHULIISA.htmlBut not all things can be turned into juice in it...apples are good example...they just turn into puree and the juices don't follow through. I've never tried it with tomatoes.. The blender method of 'juicing' would make you 'passata'..so yes..suppose you could do that..and with added water(if needed) turning it into juice. I think you still have to put it through sieve to get rid of bits of skin and seeds. Can you get passata machines over there?..they are supposed to get rid of the 'rubbish' while processing the fruit. www.seedsofitaly.com/product/444Potter, Thank you for the information. I was going to purchase the Mehu-Liisa last night but decided to get some feedback from the people that I respected on HG. I need to do some more research on the passata machines. They sound interesting and appeared very reasonably priced. Thanks again, David |
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Post by Walk on May 10, 2012 15:49:24 GMT -5
There are a number of models available with the best features. Norpro is one that is readily available around the country or online. It's best to read through the descriptions carefully as models can change depending on who is doing the manufacturing. I'm about to order a couple of juicers for my Midwest Renewable Energy Fair workshops, so I'll check out the current specs on Norpro as well as others and will post that info here when I'm done.
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Post by Walk on May 10, 2012 16:17:37 GMT -5
Just checked out some of the online models - there is a wide range of features and prices. If you just want to go cheap, you can find a stainless steel, 9.5 qt. size for around $73. It's a bit small as most of the better models are in the 11 to 11.5 qt. size. Walmart has a Victorio for $102 that has a clad bottom, no glass lid, not sure if the steamer can be used in the base.
Back to Basics can be found for $104 with features about the same as the Victorio. Norpro has 2 models that are nearly the same, both glass lids, both clad bottoms, but the #619 does not let you put the steamer basket in the base without the juice pan while the #624 model does, although both say that they do function this way. Last year I ordered a #619 for my workshops and at that time the stacking feature did not live up to the advertisement, although they may have corrected that. Both of the Norpro units have nice handles, but they are more expensive with their glass lids. Amazon has the #624 for $136, with free shipping. This is a good price as the wholesale cost is $110 plus shipping, so they are either getting a better quantity discount than I get or they are operating on a very tight margin. You can order directly from Norpro if you get together with another person to meet the $125 minimum order, or you like to buy other kitchen wares at wholesale. I only buy from them a couple of times each year and sell the juicers I use for display after my workshops - that way I always have a shiny, new display and someone can go home with the juicer for less than retail.
Hope this info helps somewhat.
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Post by davida on May 10, 2012 17:44:03 GMT -5
Hope this info helps somewhat. Very helpful and thank you, so much. Think I will order the Norpro # 624 from Amazon. Looking forward to getting your book. I will be mailing a check tomorrow. David |
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