What is the difference between a chopper and a processor? Can I emulsify using this (mayo, vin, etc)?
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You can use this small processor to make mayo, etc. Basically, the longer you hold down the button, the smaller the shreds for veggies or cheese. Pulsing it would allow you to regulate the size of veggies chopped.
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It is only meant to chop and to run for a few seconds at a time. The small motor is not cooled so it should not be ran for extended periods like a typical food processor can.
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I have a chopper and a food processor. I like using the chopper when I chop a small amount such as a bowl of slaw but I use the processor when I have a large amount. Also the chopper is small so it does not take much space and it does a good job. I use the chopper much more than I use the processor. I do not about the ability to emulsify because I have never tried. C. Dale
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You are better off with a food processor. This is good for seeds, coffee, etc.
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Probably as a chopper or if you want to make sauces.But I wouldn't invest the money in this. I bought it and returned it. A hand blender does the job.
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Ok, I did get chance to try the chopper to attempt to make some almond butter. It did struggle with the nuts. I pulsed it until it had a chance to break down some of the nuts and then turned it to full "on" button and the unit sort of wobbled to where I had to hold on to it to stabilize it. So, I would say that for this sort of thing, you would definitely need something a bit more powerful. Hope this helps. I actually learned something myself trying this out. :)
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I have both sizes. The larger I think you can emulsify in. Probably the smaller even since the tops come off.
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Nope. It's not a food processor in the sense of "slicing, dicing, etc.". It will biz up whatever you put in it, big chunks if you go for just a few short bursts, creamy if you go for a long time. I've owned 2 of them, like them mostly for making hummus and such. Don't think of adding stuff when it is running, in fact I hold a paper towel over it to stop it spraying. Still, I like it.
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Hello. Oh gosh, I have never used the chopper for that. I do have a bag of almonds, if I get a chance this weekend, I will try it and see how it handles that and let you know. I hope this helps.
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I have used it both ways and haven't noticed a "frying" effect. LOVE this product. Recommended by my hairstylist. Prefer over Biosilk hands down!!
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Hi-Chopper is great for quick, small jobs such as dressings, sauces and single-serve meals.Thanks!
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if i shred a few i use the shredder that goes on top. if i shred a lot like for a carrot salad i use kitchen aid food processor. i hope this helped.
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I have no idea how it compares to a "Bamix." I can only say that I absolutely LOVE this blender/chopper tool. I use it several times a week in one capacity or another. My husband bought it for me as a gift, so I don't know if he compared it others before choosing this one. Go for it!
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My chopper is working fine. I used it three days ago to chop vegetables (onions, celery and bell pepper). No problems!
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This is an emulsifier. Blends oil with other ingredients. Without the egg and lemon juice, your mayo becomes something similar to miracle whip. I have never needed it in my mayo, which I make weekly.
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You can pulse the unit which gives a chopped feel. If you are looking for something that evenlys chops items you might buy a chopper. I use this to make pico de gallo and it comes out great.
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we use this for all different kinds of things. it is a great chopper, pure maker, hand held blender etc. we just used the handheld part to make milkshakes the other day and it blended whoppers like nothing. I highly recommend this product for baby food and many others.
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You really want a blender for creamy nut butters - you can do the initial chopping in a food processor, but a blender will give you better results. :)
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I agree with the previous poster, that it will blend to a mush-like consistency, but not a juice. And for others who need it to chop and dice it does this well and we often use it for that purpose instead of using the food processor.