Shellfish Soars with RATIONAL's Cooking Power

2024 looks set to be the year shellfish and seafood trend looking to sit at the top of the culinary tide. With their innovative technology, the RATIONAL iVario advanced bratt pan and iCombi Pro combi-steamer offer endless possibilities for creating a variety of seafood dishes. When it comes to cooking them to perfection, RATIONAL's cooking systems take centre stage, empowering chefs to unlock the full potential of every fin and shell.
From delicate oysters to meaty lobsters, these versatile ingredients offer a spectrum of flavours and textures that can be enjoyed grilled, steamed, or baked, when it comes to cooking shellfish to perfection, the RATIONAL iVario Pro is the perfect choice.
With its ability to cook a variety of ingredients simultaneously and to perfection, the iVario Pro's versatility and precision make it an invaluable tool for chefs who want to unlock the full potential of shellfish cuisines. With applications for searing, poaching, pan frying, deep frying, boiling and sous vide the possibilities are endless when it comes to preparing their seafood dishes.
One of the iVario Pro’s most impressive features is the iZoneControl technology. This system allows the operator to independently control the temperature of each cooking zone, making it ideal for preparing multiple shellfish dishes at once. For example, searing juicy scallops to a golden brown on one zone while simultaneously frying plump prawns in another. With iZoneControl, operators can tailor the heat to each ingredient, ensuring perfectly cooked shellfish that retain their natural sweetness and tenderness.
Whether it’s melt-in-the-mouth mussels, or delicate fish – the iCombi Pro offers intelligent steam technology so shellfish dishes do not dry out with even cooking, the essence of steaming seafood and keeping ingredients like delicate mussels steamed and juicy to perfection requires skill. The RATIONAL iCombi Pro's intelligent steam technology gives a precise humidity control and dynamic air circulation ensure even cooking without any risk of overcooking. With the optional VarioSmoker attachment, users can delicately infuse clams and cockles with a hint of smoky magic, transporting diners to a seaside haven.
RATIONAL's cooking systems' efficiency and precision cooking help minimise waste, allowing operators to create delicious and sustainable seafood dishes.

Join RATIONAL at a nearby location to you for an iCombi Pro Live or iVario Live event, expertly conducted by RATIONAL chefs. Experience the captivating The WOW effect of the iCombi Pro and explore how the iVario is The Game Changer in any professional kitchen. These sessions are obligation-free and free of charge.

Witness first-hand how RATIONAL's intelligent cooking systems offer unparalleled precision and efficiency. Take the opportunity to sample the impressive results for yourself during an informative and interactive event near you. www.rational-online.com/en_gb/see-for-yourself/rational-live-events/

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