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My Kitchen Essentials
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items This is my dream kitchen equipment list. I've curated it over time. I favor equipment that is simple, elegant, durable, and compact, particularly for my limited kitchen space
Sections
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Pots and Pans
Knife
Baking
Knick-Knacks
Cooking Utensils
Pots and Pans
Due to health concerns, I limit my cookware to items made of stainless steel and cast iron
Cristel is my top-notch choice. Made of 18/10 stainless steel, its detachable handle system allows for perfect stacking. Compatible with all stove types, it's a kitchen essential. The 20 cm saucepan is ideal for my family of four.
Cristel Strate Saucepan 20 cm
A 24 cm frying pan is necessary for my family of four. Perfect for searing meat, it enables the production of delectable meat juices after deglazing. Made of 18/10 stainless steel, it's suitable for all with all cooktops.
Cristel Frying Pan 28 Cm
An Asian kitchen isn't complete without a wok. This 28 cm wok is perfect for a family of four. Its 3-ply side wall construction ensures precise heat control. The size is ideal for stir-frying and braising. It's compatible with all cooking surfaces.
Cristel Casteline Wok 28 Cm
This 20 cm stewpan is perfect for a family of four. Ideal for braising, making stews, rice, risottos, and grains. Crafted from 18/10 stainless steel, it's compatible with all cooktops. You can easily swap out the lid and handle for other series.
Cristel Strate Stewpan 4 Quart
Ever thought of boiling eggs with just 5 tablespoons of water? This innovative waterless pot makes it possible. Cook your meals with minimal or even no water at all. Perfect for tenderizing meat and preparing Asian dishes like liwet rice and Hainanes...
Bima Waterless Saucepot 20 Cm Semi Vacuum
Cooking friend egg for one or two? The 6.5" Lodge cast iron skillet is the perfect size for your smaller meals, helping you avoid overcooking and waste.
Lodge Cast Iron Skillet 6.5" Wildlife Series
Le Creuset is my top-notch choice for a Dutch oven. If you can only afford one Le Creuset piece, the 24 cm round cast iron casserole is a fantastic investment. It's ideal for 4-5 people and has a capacity of 4.5 liters.
Le Creuset 24Cm Round Dutch Oven - Marble
Staub is another excellent choice for an enameled Dutch oven. The lid's unique design, with tiny spikes on the inside, helps to trap moisture and drop it back onto the food, resulting in tender meat and enhanced flavors.
Staub Cast Iron Round Cocotte White Truffle 26 cm
Ever wanted to make takoyaki at home? This pan will make it easier to do so.
Skitchen Cast Iron Tokyo Takoyaki Pan
This reversible grill is perfect for any occasion.
Skitchen Cast Iron Rio Reversible Grill - Korean BBQ
Knife
I prefer kitchen knives that are made with one piece of stainless steel, without any joints between the blade and the handle.
Perfect knife set for my kitchen. Including 3" Peeler, 4.5" Utility Knife, 5.5" Vegetable Knife, 6" Serrated Utility Knife, 8" Chef's Knife with bamboo knife block
Osaka 6-Piece Knife Block Set
Actually the twin fin series is my first dream knife. This made from one piece of stainless steel, without any joints between the blade and the handle.
Zwilling Santoku Knife 7.1 inches (180 mm)
This is a nice-to-have kitchen knife, especially for butchery. Its thicker blade is perfect for splitting and breaking down poultry or fish.
Global Chinese Knife/Cleaver Heavyweight 7.75"
For me, the perfect cutting board is a large, one-piece wooden cutting board. The lack of joints means there are fewer places for bacteria to hide, making it easier to clean and sanitize.
Reversible Wood Cutting Board
Say goodbye to microplastics and bacteria with our TPU cutting board. Its durable surface prevents knife marks and comes in 4 colors for hygienic food cutting.
Modori Cutting Board
The little handle from aluminum makes a nice touch
Talenan Dapur dari Bambu
Solid teak cutting boards, handcrafted by Indonesian artisans, offer a natural and eco-friendly alternative to traditional cutting boards.
Talenan Kayu Jati Utuh Tanpa Sambungan
Baking
As usual, I love something compact and space saver utensils
Due to my limited kitchen space, I need space saving baking set like this
Elbee Home 8 Piece Stack 'n' Store Baking Set
A full set of magnetic measuring spoons, perfect for baking. Each spoon is easily removable and stays neatly together.
TIDYU Stainless Steel Magnetic Measuring Cup
If you ever need measuring spoon, this is the perfect set
MUJI Stainless Steel Measuring Spoon 5ml and 15ml
This is a minimalist kitchen scale. No need to worry about running out of battery, as it uses solar power.
Muji Solar Cooking Scale
My perfect baking mat. Earth tone color. Oven safe temperatures up to 225°C.
Baktradition Ikea Baking Mat 41x31 cm
Minimalist Cup Cake Mould from Silicon. Easy to clean
Silicone Cupcake Mould White
This preparation/mixing bowl features a built-in volume indicator. You can also attach a removable handle
Cristel Removable Preparation Bowl
Knick-Knacks
Small items that add a touch of personality to my kitchen while also serving a practical purpose
I always want kitchen shears made from full stainless steel
Global Classic 8.25" Kitchen Shears
A compact can opener, suitable for my small kitchen.
Stainless Steel Can Opener Muji
Maximize your kitchen efficiency and keep your workspace clean by using pan lids to prevent drips and spills. Not only that, but you can also prop up your cookbooks on these pan lids for hands-free recipe reading, freeing up your hands for cooking. T...
Lid & Ladle Stand Yamazaki Home
These are the best heat-resistant kitchen gloves. It's more practical to get a pair instead of just one.
Rinnig Ikea Oven Glove
Perfect to store knives in your drawer
Knife Block Drawer - Walmart
Compact and small trivet for my kitchen
Handy Kitchen Silicone Folding Trivet
Monochrome and minimalist pan protector
Felt Pots & Pans Protector
Minimalist apron that i love
Plain Weave Linen Cross Back Apron - Muji
This easy to detach drainer, allowing you to easily remove excess oil from your fried foods
Frying Pan Drainer
Another option for baking or simply for draining oil from fried food.
Ceramic Baking Tray With Stainless Steel Rack
This can be used to dry your vegetables
SALAD SPINNER IKEA UPPFYLLD
Say goodbye to microplastic. This stainless steel bowl is perfect to wash your rice. Staple in every asian kitchen
Stainless Steel Bowl for Rinse Rice
Perfect to strain your noddles
Tanica Strainer Stainless Steel
I have used this over the years. It's minimalist and made of stainless steels
Oil Strainer/ Saringan Minyak Stainless Estetik
This is my best peeler. Made in Swiss
Julienne Cutter Peeler Victorinox
Another alternative for best peeler in my kitchen.
Muji Stainless Peeler
A stylish oil dispenser designed to separate various cooking oils in the kitchen, featuring an easy-pour spout.
Botol Minyak Kaca/Glass Oil Bottle Dispenser
An oil spray bottle designed for cooking that needs only a small amount of oil or for lightly coating pans.
Oil Spray Bottle
Mini version of oil spray made from glass.
Mini Oil Spray Bottle
Small grater for ginger, garlic, wasabi. Made from Stainless Steel.
Ginger/Garlic Grater
If you need grater with long handle, this is perfect for you.
Lemon Grater
Cooking Utensils
I've been on the lookout for marble-accented kitchen tools for my minimalist kitchen.
Marble Utensil Set - mDesign
I love this kitchen utensil holder, but I wish it was a little bigger.
Le Creuset Crock Marble
Chopstick for cooking
Regashi Chopstick Koreas Stainless Steel
Another chop stick. Made from sandalwood. Foodgrade
Regashi Wooden Chop Stick