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Zumist Kitchen Butane Torch $12.49 (Was $24.99) + Delivery ($0 with Prime/ $39 Spend) @ Amazon AU

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Zumist Kitchen Butane Torch $12.49 (Was $24.99) + Delivery ($0 with Prime/ $39 Spend) @ Amazon AUAffiliate
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appxl on 29/01/2022 - 13:03 amazon.com.au (1976 clicks)
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Was looking at getting a butane cooking torch from somewhere to help finish my home made Yakitori and steaks, and found this torch with a 50% off coupon bringing it down to $12.49. Most go for the $20 - $25 range so I thought it was worth the punt.

You just need to apply the check box for the 50% off on the product page when adding to cart.

Not sure if it's the greatest one, but we will see!

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  • TEER3X on 29/01/2022 - 13:19
    +4

    Way too small for a steak, seems like a good deal otherwise

    • mt2000 on 29/01/2022 - 13:26
      +1

      Damn I was about to ask if this is ok for steak LOL

  • FutureTech on 29/01/2022 - 13:21

    any guides on Yakitori and steaks?

  • figarow on 29/01/2022 - 13:27

    Why would anyone want butane flavoured food?

    • FutureTech on 29/01/2022 - 13:32
      +1

      "Butane is a hydrocarbon and a highly flammable, colourless, odourless, easily liquefied gas"

      • Janko on 29/01/2022 - 13:44

        It doesn't say tasteless though, lol. I do prefer the LPG-flavoured steak off the BBQ though.

        • boredofficeworker on 29/01/2022 - 15:33
          +1

          Still doesn't compare to a true wood fire though :D

          Edit: mods, i ticked the associated box by mistake and it won't let me remove it from the post. lol

        • xyzzyxyzzy on 29/01/2022 - 18:55
          +1

          That's because you haven't tried Strickland propane and propane accessories

      • figarow on 29/01/2022 - 13:54

        Talk is cheap.

    • Vulvasaur on 29/01/2022 - 15:10

      Taste the meat… not the heat.

  • [Deactivated] on 29/01/2022 - 13:29

    Oh good.. my butane torch I use for making crème brûlée has given out.. perfect, thanks.

  • spc12go on 29/01/2022 - 13:36
    +2

    Thanks Op, was thinking about buying yesterday at full price. Lucky I waited.

  • lostincanberra on 29/01/2022 - 13:38
    +1

    Looks a bit too small for my liking - I've always preferred a butane/propane blow torch from a hardware store for crème brûlée or post-sous vide browning.

  • Janko on 29/01/2022 - 13:39
    +3

    Thanks for the lead - went for this one instead though as I can totally imagine losing the orange adapters.

    https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B09NGF9Q8N

  • cwongtech on 29/01/2022 - 13:44
    +6

    Grab the ones from eBay, $15~$20

    Attach to the standard gas cannisters you put into portable hotpot stoves

    The flame is much stronger

    • figarow on 29/01/2022 - 13:58
      +3

      Yep 100%. Use this instead. The gas is cheaper, has a bigger boarder flame.
      https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/284379479415?hash=item4236567d77

      • Hornpub on 29/01/2022 - 14:39

        i wish there is a more expensive but more robust version of this things.

      • TooSerious2 on 29/01/2022 - 14:42

        Thanks. OP sparked the desire and you helped me sate it Fig. Aaahh. Time for a dart. Know how I'm going to light it.

      • figarow on 29/01/2022 - 14:57
        +1

        Thing to remember and help with the longevity of these is always take it off the can when not in use. Helps stop it from becoming deformed where it joins > (edited). Also don't run them too long otherwise it can get too hot for plastic and start melting it.

      • PoorFromOzBargains on 29/01/2022 - 16:11
        +3

        I have this exact model from eBay and highly recommended it. Works great and easy to use once you’ve figured it out. You can adjust the strength/size of the flame as well as the intensity/focus (wider fluttering flame or concentrated jet flame). Jet flame can “blow” your dry herbs and spices away so I use the “flame” mode for most things.

        Honestly the power of the flame will surprise you the first time so make sure you don’t have anything combustible around. I recommend putting an oven baking tray under the thing you want to cook to protect your kitchen top from any misdirected flames. The thing works so fast you shouldn’t need to have it lit for more than a few minutes at most so the risk of overheating and melting the plastic body is very low in my experience. Easy to attach to and swap gas canisters when running low without needing to fill it up. I prefer to not have to store the gas in my flame burner like the one OP linked.

        It easily finishes off my crème brûlée crispy sugar tops (I made the mistake of trying to do this with a normal lighter which took forever but only melted the sugar and did not make it crispy as it’s not hot enough) and sears steak and seafood super quickly.

        It’s great for doing home style aburi salmon and much cheaper to feed a large family compared to the sushi venues if you can buy a whole salmon to cut down. Flame-seared prawns with simple garlic salt and pepper also goes down a treat.

        I’ve also used it to quickly render down bacon fat and make them crispy without drying out the meaty parts as I can target the fatty bits with the intense flame which normally takes longer to cook and by the time it’s crispy as I like it, the bacon parts have dried out too much.

        Basically use this to get crispy finishes on your meat dishes such as chicken/fish skin (dry them as much as possible first with paper towel for better results).

        Hope this helps someone make a decision.

        • lostincanberra on 29/01/2022 - 16:36
          +1

          Still prefer my brazing torch - but you make an impressive case for this as a tool! Thanks for the extended version!

      • mt2000 on 29/01/2022 - 16:13
        +1

        Wow didn't realise it much cheaper on ebay.

        Or buy 2 for $15

      • dammit on 29/01/2022 - 20:21

        That eBay one looks good and price is good. I’m worried about it blowing me up though, are these things regulated? Should I go for the $35 bunnings one for more reassurance?

        • figarow on 29/01/2022 - 20:51

          It won't been using them for a long time. I don't use in the kitchen but keep it in shed for various stuff, melting rope ends, heating metal etc.

        • PoorFromOzBargains on 30/01/2022 - 02:01
          +1

          I’ve used mine for a year and have had no issues. See my review above.

  • nagzy on 29/01/2022 - 13:44

    OOS

  • MeesusEff on 29/01/2022 - 13:46

    Damn, I really wanted one, looks like I missed out by 10 minutes

  • shroomish on 29/01/2022 - 14:01
    +1

    Great for vaping weed!

  • bingsta on 29/01/2022 - 14:15
    +2

    If ur serious go get a welding torch from bunnings

  • Desert Rainbow on 29/01/2022 - 14:27

    These any good for lighting Bongs ??..
    Asking for a friend..

  • redslert on 29/01/2022 - 17:21

    My 2 uses:
    Creme Brulee
    Salmon Sashimi Seared

  • Ham Dragon on 29/01/2022 - 18:37

    Crackheads of OzB cleaned this one out right quick!

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