If you have already Whether you have a blender, stand mixer, or juicer, you may feel like you're all set for meal prep. But, as the best chefs would agree, no kitchen should be without a versatile food processor. The perfect multitasking tool for slicing, dicing, chopping and more, a top food processor will add an extra dimension to your cooking and make you feel as if you've got an extra Sabatier pair of hands in the kitchen.
The latest appliances can chop, slice, dice, grate, grate, dice, knead and puree at the touch of a button. Some people even find time and pace for you. A food processor can be used to chop vegetables, add seasoning to salads, or make homemade sauces like pesto or hummus. You can also use a food processor to puree ingredients at any stage of life – even if you're weaning a baby. Or Making a delicious dip to serve to your dinner party or guests.
Read on for WIRED's roundup of the most useful food processors and mini choppers you can buy online. We've also included expert tips from Miami culinary expert Garrett Rochowiak Bouchon Coral Gables restaurant.
Updated December 2024: We've added the Magic Bullet Kitchen Express, Breville Paradise 9, and the Ninja Detect Kitchen System Power Blender Plus.
For more kitchen guides from WIRED, check out our best stand mixer, best blenders, Best Air Fryer, best electric kettleand this Best appliances for small kitchen,
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