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Costa Rica-Kitchen Items I Use the Most
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items Living in Costa Rica, it can be challenging to find certain items locally. If you are moving down, these are some of the kitchen items that I use on a regular basis.
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I have the 6qt version of the KitchenAid Mixer and use it as LOT! I make my own bread, and boy, does this come in handy.
KitchenAid 7 Qt Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer, Pistachio
If you are making a single batch of bread dough, this 5qt KitchenAid Mixer will work perfectly!
KitchenAid KSM150FEAQ Artisan 5Qt Mixer
If you want to make your own pasta, I would highly recommend grabbing the KitchenAid pasta set before moving to Costa Rica. I have only seen these at 2 stores, 3 hours away (1 to the northeast and 1 south), and they were more expensive.
KitchenAid KSMPRA 3-Piece Pasta Roller & Cutter
I am a huge fan of KitchenAid, and I use these nesting mixing bowls regularly. The non-slip bottom works perfectly on slick countertops. I also especially enjoy how they are so easy to clean!
KitchenAid Nesting Mixing Bowls Set of 3, Red
Let's face it, there are a LOT of bugs in Costa Rica. If you are baking bread, these bowl covers would be handy! I am adding these to my personal wish list. I use a dish towel and these would be much better!
Revahope 4 Reusable Stretch Bowl Covers
While you can find smaller cooling racks here, it is trickier finding large cooling racks. The closest store that might have them is 3 hours away. 😬
Great Jones Big Chill Raspberry Nonstick Rack
I am legit drooling over this collapsible cooling rack! It would make my life so much easier when I'm baking large quantities of bread, pretzels, bagels, etc. On my wishlist. 😅
Geesta 2/3/4-Tier Collapsible Cooling Rack
Ever since I got the silicon baking mats, it has been a major game changer! They are oven safe AND are very easy to clean. I use this particular mat for my bread items.
26x16 Inch Thick Silicone Baking Mat w/ Measurements
I use these easy to clean, nonstick, silicon baking mats while baking pretzel bites, hamburger buns, bagels, etc. They work really well as a pan liner, which also means less of a mess to cleanup.
Silicone Baking Mat Set of 6, Non-Stick Reusable
While this donut cutter is meant for donuts, I actually used the hole cutter for pretzel bites! I took out the removable center and made pretzel buns. I will probably be testing it out for bagels very soon. 🤔 They may end up being smaller bagels.
HULISEN 3.5" Stainless Donut Cutter w/ Handle
I've had this cooking utensil set for a while now and use at least one piece every single day. They have held up very well with the climate. You can find similar here; however, they aren't as well made or are a bit more expensive.
Silicone Cooking Utensils Set w/ Stainless Handles
If you are making larger batches and need a variety of food strainers, this is the set for you!
Hiware XL Spider Strainer Set of 3 - 13.8", 15", 16.4"
I absolutely LOVE Zwilling's fresh and save vacuum seal set. I use it every single day and the freezer bags are a major space saver in my deep freeze. I have not seen a system like this in Costa Rica yet.
ZWILLING Fresh & Save Vacuum Sealer Starter Set
I use these Zwilling fresh and save containers a LOT! They keep your food fresh even longer. I use them for so many things (leftovers, homemade dog food, etc).
ZWILLING Fresh & Save 3-pc Food Storage
Living in Costa Rica, I have found that I cook a LOT more than I did in the US. Having extras of the Zwilling fresh and save vacuum seal bags is a lifesaver. I use these for freezing extra loaves of bread, bagels, buns, rolls, etc.
ZWILLING Fresh & Save 10-pc Vacuum Bags
With the humidity as well as several different bugs in Costa Rica, I highly recommend bringing down your air-tight food storage containers. Ants, we have a ton of different species of ants. I use the daylights out of these!
Vtopmart 32pcs Airtight Food Storage Set
The bulk food storage containers with a measuring cup is VERY handy. Not only do they keeps the bugs out, they fit in my cabinet very well. I have 3 different types of flour currently being stored (all-purpose, wheat, and pizza). 😅 They also work fo...
Shazo 2 PC 9.5L Bulk Food Storage Containers
If you love homemade French fries, this French fry cutter is a must-have! It saves you so much time on food prep.
Sopito French Fry Cutter Stainless Steel 1/2-Inch
This fits the French fry cutter and gives us the option for smaller fries. It is very easy to install as well as easy to clean! I haven't seen this in Costa Rica yet. It doesn't mean they aren't available at all, just harder to find.
Sopito French Fry Cutter Replacement Blade 3/8"
Patacones are very common in Costa Rica and are made out of plantains. This is an amazing press if you are looking to make a scoop or deep version.
Imusa Tostonera for Stuffing tostones
This patacones press is perfect for your home. They make a good-sized portion made from plantains. Patacones are very common in Costa Rica and are oh so yummy!
IMUSA BAM-10007 Jumbo Bamboo Tostonera