1. Stove or Cooktop: Electric, gas, or induction stoves with multiple burners are common in Australian kitchens. These allow cooking using pots, pans, and other cookware.
2. Oven: Both electric and gas ovens are widely used for baking, roasting, and other cooking that requires high temperatures.
3. Microwave Oven: Microwave ovens are prevalent for reheating food, defrosting, and cooking certain items.
4. Refrigerator and Freezer: Refrigerators and freezers are essential for storing perishable foods and keeping ingredients cold.
5. Dishwasher: Many households have dishwashers to clean dishes, cutlery, and cookware efficiently.
6. Kettle or Jug: Electric kettles or jugs are commonly used to quickly boil water for tea, coffee, and other hot beverages.
7. Toaster: Toasters are frequently used to prepare toasted bread, sandwiches, and similar breakfast items.
8. Blender: Blenders are used for preparing smoothies, shakes, sauces, dips, and other blended foods.
9. Food Processor: Food processors are versatile appliances for chopping, grating, slicing, and mixing various ingredients.
10. Mixer or Stand Mixer: Handheld mixers or stand mixers help in tasks such as whisking, beating, and mixing ingredients for baking and cooking.
11. Coffee Machine: Coffee machines, including drip coffee makers, espresso machines, and pod coffee makers, are popular for preparing coffee beverages at home.
12. Slow Cooker or Crock Pot: Slow cookers are used to cook dishes over extended periods at low temperatures, resulting in tender and flavorful foods.
13. Air Fryer: Air fryers have gained popularity in recent years for cooking foods with little to no oil, resulting in crispy textures.
14. Grill or Barbecue: Outdoor grills or barbecues are widely used in Australian culture, especially during gatherings, to cook meat, seafood, and vegetables over open flames or hot coals.
These cooking equipment are often complemented by essential cookware such as pots, pans, skillets, baking trays, roasting tins, and utensils like spatulas, tongs, spoons, and knives. The specific equipment in a household may vary depending on individual preferences and cooking habits.
