Miele: The temptations of TempControl

Imagine if there was no more risk of burnt food, and no need to constantly adjust the power setting on your hob for the best cooking results. Well, now this is possible with Miele’s new induction hobs bearing the TempControl logo, which make frying, in particular, a considerably simpler and more leisurely affair.

Mercia de Jager from Miele explains: “With Miele’s new TempControl technology, the correct temperature is maintained at all times by sensors embedded in the ceramic screen.” It is often forgotten that the temperature in a pan continues to rise during cooking, even at constant heat output. If the heat isn’t turned down in time, food easily burns on. However, things are different with Miele’s TempControl, says Mercia: “Sensors detect the characteristics of the material being cooked and the temperature of the pan. Power is then regulated automatically to ensure that the food being prepared is subjected to a uniform and constant temperature, irrespective of whether the pan lid is fitted or not.”

She says that all the user has to do is to select one of three recommended temperature levels. Once the relevant temperature for a selected level is reached, a signal sounds. This ensures that a steak can be placed in the pan when the cooking oil is sizzlingly hot. “TempControl takes the hassle out of frying as not every momentary attention lapse results in failure anymore,” explains Mercia. TempControl does not require any special pots or pans or indeed any other accessories – it works together with all pots and pans suitable for induction. The system adjusts automatically to the type of pot or pan, preventing mistakes in controlling temperatures.

Take it slow Miele hobs also feature a simmer setting that is designed to be used for continued cooking at a low output, for example for preparing sauces and gravy. A further feature is the “Keep warm Plus” for the gentle reheating of food and for keeping food hot. Mercia elaborates: “As soon as liquid is introduced, a lower temperature in the pan is required than for frying. This temperature is achieved and maintained by selecting the simmer setting.” A host of added features The new TempControl induction hobs boast a whole range of features. Some of these include:

• PowerFlex zone: Each model has a PowerFlex zone alongside the TempControl ring. This feature allows two individual rings to be combined to form one single large ring or a rectangular casserole zone.
• Con@ctivity 2.0: All TempControl models also sport Miele’s smart Con@ctivity 2.0 function, explains Mercia: “In combination with an appropriate Miele cooker hood, extraction is automatically adjusted to what is actually cooking down on the hob below. This ensures a pleasant micro-climate in the kitchen.
• Recall function: If the hob is switched off by mistake during operation, the recall function can be used to reset all previous settings.
• Individual programming: Users can also adjust the temperatures operative in the simmer and frying settings to suit individual needs, as well as Keeping Warm Plus and the overheating function.
• Safety: All Miele induction hobs have a safety switch-off functionality, however, TempControl offers even higher levels of safety, notes Mercia: “The highly sensitive temperature sensor reliably prevents cooking oil and butter from overheating in the pan, which dramatically reduces the risk of an accident.”

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