OTOTO Design
Chili
Best steamer for home cooks who enjoy playful, functional kitchen accessories.
Elevate your kitchen experience with the Chili steamer basket from OTOTO Design. This innovative gadget brings a playful twist to everyday cooking, crafted from durable, BPA-free silicone. Its unique design ensures functionality while adding a touch of whimsy to your culinary tasks. Easy to clean, it's completely dishwasher safe, making meal prep and cleanup a breeze. OTOTO Design is known for infusing humor and creativity into practical household items, and the Chili steamer basket is a perfect example of their commitment to delightful, functional design.
$14.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
94
/ 260
#94 in Steamer Baskets
Price vs Category Average
-72%
Below average
Material
Silicone
/ Silicone
Who it's for
- Busy cooks needing low-maintenance, dishwasher-safe kitchen tools
- Home cooks tired of cleaning up messy boil-overs
- Design lovers wanting to add personality to their kitchen
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious shoppers seeking strictly essential kitchen utility
- Owners of pots with thick rims or unique lid shapes
- Organized chefs prone to losing small kitchen gadgets
Performance breakdown
Material Durability
High-grade silicone withstands repeated high-heat steaming without losing structural integrity.
Cleaning Efficiency
Non-stick surface and dishwasher compatibility make post-meal cleanup remarkably simple.
Design Whimsy
Playful chili aesthetic brings genuine personality to standard kitchen utility.
Steam Circulation
Flexible design allows for even heat distribution across various vegetable sizes.
Storage Compactness
Flexible silicone construction collapses easily for efficient drawer storage.
Safety Standards
BPA-free composition ensures complete peace of mind during high-temperature cooking.
Key Specs
Material
Silicone
Handle Material
Silicone
BPA Free
Yes
Dishwasher safe
Yes
Model Number
1400
Suitable for
Kitchen use
Features
- Unique, witty design adds fun to cooking
- Made from flexible, food-safe silicone
- BPA-free for your peace of mind
- Effortless cleaning with dishwasher safety
- Infuses whimsy into functional kitchen tasks
- Creative design by OTOTO Studio
What customers say
Customers frequently commend the Chili for its clever design and practical functionality. This small kitchen tool proves genuinely effective at venting steam and successfully preventing messy boil overs, establishing it as a surprisingly useful gadget. Its vibrant aesthetic brings a playful touch to the kitchen, confirming a successful merger of whimsical form and reliable function. Reviewers often cite this product as a perfect gift because of its unique appeal and high utility in everyday cooking tasks.
Know before you buy
The Chili steamer is designed to be flexible, but it works best in standard-sized pots. Because it is made from silicone, it can adapt slightly to different curvatures, but you should ensure your pot is wide enough to allow the basket to sit securely without touching the sides.
Yes, the silicone material is heat-resistant and safe for use in pressure cookers like the Instant Pot. Its flexible design makes it easy to lift in and out of the inner pot once your food is finished steaming.
While the silicone is food-safe and high-quality, highly pigmented foods like beets or turmeric can occasionally leave a light tint on silicone surfaces. To minimize this, rinse the basket immediately after use and wash it in the dishwasher.
Silicone is a poor conductor of heat, so the handle stays significantly cooler than metal alternatives. However, it is still recommended to use a kitchen towel or oven mitt when removing the basket from a boiling pot to ensure complete safety.
Yes, the Chili steamer is crafted from 100% BPA-free, food-grade silicone, ensuring no harmful chemicals leach into your food during the steaming process.
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