How to Use Your “Secret Key” to Perfection
Using it is blissfully simple, but the results are profound:
- Place the diffuser directly on the burner grate.
- Turn your burner to the desired flame level. For simmering, you’ll often use a medium flame, as the diffuser will lower the effective heat.
- Place your pot or pan on top of the diffuser. You’ll notice the heat transfers more slowly and evenly. Adjust the flame as needed.
- For the most delicate tasks (melting chocolate), you can even turn the flame off and let the residual heat in the diffuser do the work.
The One Caveat: It’s a Specialist, Not a Generalist
This tool is not for every job. Do not use it for:
