Faced with the crisis, we must seek alternatives to cooking without gas. Rising electricity prices, power problems and even rumors of potential blackouts have led to the rediscovery of other types of kitchens that save energy and money.
Currently, almost all homes have electric, vitroceramic, induction or classic gas or butane gas hobs, in addition to microwaves and conventional ovens. And we believe that they are the only alternatives that exist…
The current energy context has led us to rediscover another type of cuisine that has always existed, but whose use and popularity was minority, especially by lovers of the outdoors or sustainability.
There are other solutions for cooking with less electricity and even without it in the middle of the city and with a conventional lifestyle. Today we share information about solar cooking.
Cooking without gas: the solar cooker
Solar cookers or ovens are the greatest exponents of energy and ecological independence because they do not require electricity or any other fuel.
There are modern and practical versions, such as folding ones, that offer complete freedom of movement for a nomadic or outdoor life. So it is possible to think about its use for balconies, patios and terraces in the city. As long as there is sun, food is guaranteed.
This market has evolved a lot in recent years. Although the homemade versions are still efficient, today we can find models with a futuristic aesthetic, much lighter, with differentiated features and that stand out for their high efficiency in transforming solar energy into thermal energy and for the ability to retain heat inside.
There are also models suitable for cloudy days, ideal for travelers or citizens of areas with little sun, mild and even cold climates.
Although we can find many models of solar cookers and ovens, they are all based on the fact that the manufacturing materials directly reflect solar radiation and concentrate it on a point for cooking at the moment.
All types of dishes can be cooked in the sun, from bread or pastries to paella, and customers appreciate that the food is very tender and tastes great.
Solar cooking is another example of “slow cooking” because it takes some time to reach the cooking temperature, but in return you get zero energy waste par excellence: clean, free, emission-free and safe, available to everyone.
As Bernard Farinelli says “it is possible to live differently, to rediscover freedom, to protect oneself against the diseases of our day, to give flavor to food and life, and to save money – with the meaning that everyone wants to see in this word –.”
domestic solar cookers
If you are one of those who like to make your own eco-friendly appliances, you can find many free tutorials on the internet to make your own solar cooker. Click here to see a very simple model:
