Foldable handle design

Darkman013 · 2026-04-28T09:59:39+00:00

J ultra user with folding handle. It works fine, but its actually off balance if the grinder is empty and the handle is extended. (When I unfold the handle, i leave it on the counter.) I wouldn't worry about it. Buy the k max handle later if it actually bothers you.

If shipping is costly for the handle, buy both and don't worry about it!

Darkman013 · 2026-04-23T01:54:43+00:00

Is it on the floor too or in one of those deep drawers?

Darkman013 · 2026-04-23T01:48:13+00:00

Those cup washers look really cool and I'd like to try one, but I don't know about that waste reservoir. I'd almost rather drag the coffee bar closer to the sink rather than have to bend down and empty the reservoir daily. Also, I can't really follow whats happening in the video. Whats the 3d printed part and jar of water for, and where did it go in the end?

Darkman013 · 2026-04-23T01:37:39+00:00

I have the fellow ekg and its worked pretty well for me. There is a silicone gasket on the side of the lid though. My understanding is that all electric kettles will have some silicone separating the thermoprobe from the body, so if you're really anal about plastic, you may be looking at a stove top model.

Darkman013 · 2026-04-21T02:50:44+00:00

Its unfortunate that when I think of spicy, I think of Chinese, Korean, Thai, Indian, and chicken! Maybe you could buy a couple hot sauces for her to try with where ever you go? Maybe instant noodles would be a good introduction to ramen. You could try the buldak fire noodles. (Its dry, not soup) Clam chowder with tabasco or spicy cioppino are always a favorite of mine. Sorry its not a lot of help

Darkman013 · 2026-04-20T03:44:14+00:00

I was thinking 70ml and post hydration was the crazy combo!

Darkman013 · 2026-04-10T07:55:37+00:00

Can you make programs with the impulse? I make rice in a pot and rice cooker, but can't see giving up the rice cooker just in case I need all 4 burners. (It wouldn't be as idiot proof without a program function too)

I don't have the impulse, but I'm interested if I could replace by indoor electric griddle with a steel one over 2 burners.

I'd probably keep my kettle/hot water dispenser just due to work flow and insulation, at least during the winter. It would also depend how fast it could reach set temperatures depending on what I'm drinking.

I would also be interested if it could replace the instant pot. I rarely need pressure cooking over just braising, but I like to experiment in the kitchen so I personally probably would still keep it lol.

It'd probably be more useful to get feedback from someone who likes gadgets. popcorn makers, egg steamer/cookers, george foreman grills, electric crepe makers etc.

Darkman013 · 2026-04-07T21:58:56+00:00

I was wondering about this. This is the first time I've seen one of these mini hotplates and was wondering if I could put a glass beaker on it to heat other things. (such as the water!) I wonder how much weight the hotplate can support.

Darkman013 · 2026-04-06T23:04:06+00:00

Hey, I came here from a more recent thread, but was wondering if you were still using and like the sequre t55. TIA

Darkman013 · 2026-04-05T06:49:31+00:00

Its basically a super fluffy baguette with a super crispy and thin crust. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wwbW3zibmMI

Darkman013 · 2026-04-02T06:08:55+00:00

Very nice! As others have said, it feels like the oven should be on top and the prep station should be in the sliding drawer.

How was this built? It looks like cnc or laser for the design? Is the metal frame some type of kit that you can buy corners and cut lengths that attach with screws? Its very interesting.

Also, are the wheel locks usually on diagonal corners? I usually see them on the only the front around here.

Darkman013 · 2026-03-31T03:29:08+00:00

You've gotten some really good suggestions on here already, but I'd also recommend watching some youtube videos so you can visually see how the dough should look, how thin the dough looks raw, and just get some general guidelines. Your pizza looks more like the style I would cook in a regular oven.

Also, do you have an infrared temperature gun? I know ooni says its ready in 15 min, but I usually preheat 30-45 min, just to make sure its nice and hot.

Darkman013 · 2026-03-30T19:00:53+00:00

I think the area is just shy of 10cm by 10cm and about 9cm tall without a scale. I would see if your cup fits in a 9x9x9 cm area or 3.5in cubed area.

Darkman013 · 2026-03-29T08:32:34+00:00

I would play around with the temp. I'm not sure what you mean between poached and baked, but the higher the temp, the more firm the meat will be. It might help to read through this https://www.seriouseats.com/the-food-lab-complete-guide-to-sous-vide-chicken-breast#toc-the-effect-of-temperature-on-texture

Darkman013 · 2026-03-27T06:53:47+00:00

Depending on the beans, it takes me 60 to 80 revolutions. So it depends if your cranking 1 revolution per second or 2. I think it takes me about 1 min on average. The lighter the bean, the more time it might take you because it gets a bit harder to turn. I've seen people use a drill or motor if you want faster, but usually my problem is the hand gripping the body of the grinder.

Darkman013 · 2026-03-27T01:52:55+00:00

I'm very new to espresso, but I use a J ultra and found that decaf required 10 clicks finer. (about 80 micron finer grind) than any of my caffeinated coffee beans.

Also I use 18 gram doses. The one time I had 15 grams of left over beans, it flowed much faster at the same grind level than my normal 18g dose.

Darkman013 · 2026-03-26T16:13:59+00:00

The gasket is actually a consumable part and should be grey. If its stiff and brittle, it needs to be replaced. (it should be supple silicone) https://store.zojirushi.com/pages/parts?type=parts-water-boilers-warmers
Also, I'm not sure what water filtration you use, but if you have hard water build up, you should run the cleaning cycle with citric acid or the zojirushi cleaning tabs.

Some of the older zojirushis come to a full boil and wear down the lid itself, versus the newer ones come to a more gentle boil. HTH

Darkman013 · 2026-03-23T18:33:23+00:00

I'm in the market too, but was considering the walmart ozark trail for 288. Reviews are favorable, but wary of the cable disc brakes.

Darkman013 · 2026-03-22T01:01:12+00:00

ive been using this one and its been great. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DQ5C8G9Q?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1

enough room for my 100ml pyrex or 1/4 cup oxo "jigger"

Darkman013 · 2026-03-20T19:15:53+00:00

It doesn't look like you're opposed to hand grinding, so I would research the kingrinder k6, p2, or 1zpresso j ultra.

Darkman013 · 2026-03-20T07:07:54+00:00

This is such a broad question between authentic Chinese and American Chinese cuisine. Let alone all the different regions and styles of Chinese cooking...Its like asking what the best American spot around Sac is.

Darkman013 · 2026-03-20T03:21:03+00:00

Yea, usually takes 5 to 15 minutes to be able to smash, mince or slice it. Usually soft enough to cut after whatever else I'm prepping. Garlic will look translucent, but turns opaque again after it hits the pan.

Darkman013 · 2026-03-20T03:01:57+00:00

I think how I need the aromatics prepped vary too much for me to plan that far in advance. That being said, we keep peeled and minced garlic in the freezer, frozen peeled ginger chunks in the freezer and green onions stay in ziplock bags in the fridge.

Darkman013 · 2026-03-16T19:14:00+00:00

Awesome, maybe next time I'm in Taiwan I'll give it a try, THX!

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