From time immemorial, housewives have used auxiliary devices that facilitate their work, and the kitchen is almost in the first place in this practice. During the Soviet period, we acquired a huge number of gadgets designed to do a certain job for us. And although the era of the USSR has gone into history, this does not mean at all that all the equipment of this time should sink into oblivion, because it was often made "for centuries." To your attention "nine" of Soviet household appliances, which still find a worthy place in the kitchen.
1. Electric waffle maker
The most popular waffle iron in the USSR was considered "Lakomka" - the brainchild of the Lithuanian plant "Spalis" ("October"). Even today, it works better than modern counterparts, and requires repairs extremely rarely. Moreover, "Lakomka" has a removable platform for baking waffles, on which it is fashionable, for example, to fry fish.
Works as well as it did thirty years ago.
2. Boiler
It's hard to believe, but one of the most famous Soviet devices is already 96 years old. The boiler was invented in 1924 by the German engineer Theodor Stiebel, and less than a decade later gained immense popularity in the USSR. Small in size and easy to use, even today it often goes with the owners to the country or on trips to help make tea or coffee in just a minute.
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Long lasting and still as effective as ever.
3. Coffee maker
Geyser coffee makers were among the best-selling in the USSR. The principle of operation of this device is simple: boiling water under steam pressure passes through a special compartment where coffee is located. Surprisingly, neither the mechanism of action, nor the design, in fact, has changed over almost sixty years of existence. This means that those who keep the Soviet coffee maker at home only benefit, because they simply do not need to buy another gadget.
Both design and functionality are not different from modern counterparts.
4. Mechanical meat grinder
It is difficult to imagine a more versatile gadget in the kitchen of a Soviet hostess than a mechanical meat grinder. Firstly, it is suitable for preparing a huge number of dishes - from minced meat for cutlets and pasta to juices and baby purees. Secondly, well made, it often had only one weak point - the blades, which periodically had to be sharpened. And thirdly, cast iron served as the main material for the manufacture of the meat grinder, which, in terms of environmental safety, will give odds to many modern counterparts. That is why it can be safely kept in the kitchen even today, because it will definitely not let you down.
Made to last.
5. Dumpling maker
Today, dumplings are loved the same way they were half a century ago. That is why you can still find an old Soviet dumpling maker in many homes. Surprisingly simple in design and easy to operate, it has been helping housewives for several decades to cook up to fifty dumplings in a few minutes. And she does not demolish it.
The simplest to use, but almost irreplaceable.
6. Hazelnut
In addition to homemade waffles, Soviet kids adored dessert in the form of sweet nuts with condensed milk inside. And in their preparation, mummies were helped by hazelnuts, which are two forms connected to each other. The mechanism of their work is similar to that used by waffle makers for gas stoves. Moreover, their analogues in the modern assortment of household appliances are practically not found.
An excellent form for sweet desserts.
7. Electric oven
This electric stove is a deep frying pan with a heating element mounted in the lid. Its range of functions is decent: it is capable of stewing meat and vegetables, baking fish and even handling a sign. Moreover, cooking does not require the use of oil, and the products themselves do not burn. Therefore, it will appeal to both adherents of traditional cuisine and followers of healthy eating practices.
The "miracle" of Soviet kitchen technology will continue to serve today.
8. Garlic press
Of course, this device can still be found in the store today. But the Soviet garlic presses in practice turn out to be much more functional than their modern counterparts. After all, this gadget, produced in the USSR, not only crushes bitter teeth, but also, with special elements in the design, is able to crack nuts and even choose seeds from cherries. Today, different devices are made for all these processes, which clearly does not add free space in the kitchen.
Still an indispensable thing in the kitchen.
9. Camera "Zenith"
The Soviet family could not boast of single kitchen appliances. DSLR camera "Zenith" and today is considered one of the highest quality and durable gadgets from the USSR. It was produced back in the fifties, and then it was in short supply. But his popularity has reached such heights that amateur photographers chase him today, dreaming of getting the coveted camera. Moreover, in 2019, the launch of an updated version of the camera - "Zenith M" was announced, so the owners of the original gadget were doubly lucky, because they remain in the trend for the return of analog photography, and they will not have to spend money.
A reliable gadget for capturing memorable moments.