I have a KitchenAid Artisan Design Series 5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer with Glass Bowl that is 325W. I was worried that my mixer wouldn't be powerful enough to work through the meat as many reviewers who have posted about their mixers have machines that are 500-1000W. So far, I’ve ground frozen chicken meat and fat, pork shoulder and pork fat, and have been very happy with the results: fluffy and fresh. I can't wait to find some chuck and brisket to make the perfect burger with this bad boy!
I got this attachment because I wanted to make my own burgers at home. (1) The meat ends up being fluffier which produces a better textured burger/meatloaf/dumpling filling, unlike most store-purchased patties or ground meat that have been compressed from packaging which creates a more Grandma meatloaf-y texture. (2) I get to choose what kind of meat goes into my ground meat both in terms of sustainability, toxins, and levels of fat. (3) I don't know if someone's done a side by side taste test of fresh ground meat vs pre-ground meat but I like the idea of having freshly ground meat.
I haven't purchased a non-KitchenAid-approved attachment before but it seems that after a few initial uses, it might last me for the long-run. I went for this product vs the KitchenAid-approved attachment not because of the price difference but because it has a metal construction and body, compared to plastic, which to me gives extra bonus points for cleaning, food safety, hygiene, and longevity. I'm very happy with my purchase and I hope this thing lasts a lifetime!
| Brand | GVODE |
|---|---|
| Model Number | G1705 |
| Colour | Metal Silver |
| Product Dimensions | 23.11 x 14.68 x 21.54 cm; 1.12 kg |
| Capacity | 0.6 liters |
| Material | Stainless Steel, Aluminum |
| Compatible Models | all kitchenaid stand mixers |
| Item Weight | 1.12 kg |
