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Fireless Cooker Basket: How It Works, Benefits & Pricing

  • Writer: BeyondForest
    BeyondForest
  • 14 hours ago
  • 5 min read

Updated: 2 hours ago


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1.)About Fireless Cooker

4.)Benefits of a Fireless cooker

5.)Fireless Cooker Size and Usage

6.)Fireless Cooking Time and the Energy Saved

FAQ About Fireless Cooker

7.)Fireless Cooker Maintenance and Care


The fireless Cooker helps one to keep food warm but it can also help one to finish cooking their food and save on gas.

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A fireless cooker is an insulated container designed to maintain the temperature of pre-heated food, allowing it to cook slowly over time. The process involves bringing food to a boil on a conventional stove and then placing the pot into the fireless cooker, where it continues to cook using the retained heat. This method is particularly effective for dishes that require prolonged cooking times, such as stews, grains, and legumes.



Image of 3 sufurias Inside a Fireless Cooker By Motozero

When food is transferred to the fireless cooker, the heat energy stored in the food and water continues to cook the food for the normal period of time that it would take on a direct fire

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A fireless cooker is an innovative, energy-saving kitchen appliance that utilizes retained heat to continue cooking food without the need for continuous external heat sources. This method not only conserves energy but also preserves the nutritional value of food, making it an eco-friendly and health-conscious choice for households.


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The filler material which is a bad conductor of heat allows very little heat loss


Four woven baskets with black linings sit on red steps beside a stove with a silver pot. Black cushions lie in front of the baskets.

You get food to boiling and put it in the basket. The basket then traps the heat and does not allow it to escape therefore cooking it or keeping it warm.

Preheat the Food

Start by bringing your food to a boil on a conventional stove. Ensure that the food is heated thoroughly.


Transfer to the Cooker

Once boiling, immediately place the pot into the fireless cooker. Ensure the lid is tightly sealed to prevent heat loss.


Cooking Time

Allow the food to cook in the fireless cooker for the recommended time, which varies depending on the dish.


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Serve

After the cooking time has elapsed, open the cooker and serve your meal.



Mini (14") Fireless Cooker

2000Ksh

Small (16") Fireless Cooker

2500Ksh

Medium (18") Fireless Cooker

3000Ksh

Large (20") Fireless Cooker

3500Ksh

XL (22") Fireless Cooker

4500Ksh

XXL (25") Fireless Cooker

5500Ksh

The more insulation, the better the heat retention.


Fireless Cooker Size and Usage

(Mini) Fireless Cooker

Good For Office and CBC Students

Small Fireless Cooker

Can Feed 2 to 3 People

Medium Fireless Cooker

Can Feed 3 to 4 People

Large Fireless Cooker

Can Feed 5 to 7 people

Extra Large Fireless Cooker

Can Fit 10 Liter Jerican

Extra Extra Large Fireless Cooker

Can Fit More than 30 Litres Jerican

Fireless Cooker Dimensions In Inches


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Type

Inches

Mini Fireless Cooker

14 x 12

Small Fireless Cooker

16 x 14

Medium Fireless Cooker

18 x 14

Large Fireless Cooker

20 x 16

Extra Large Fireless Cooker

 22 x 16

Extra Extra Large Fireless Cooker

 25 x 18


Benefits of a Fireless cooker

 The Fireless Cooker Completes Cooking all types of Food

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Fireless cooker Increases Household Disposable Income

Safety

With no open flames or continuous heat, the risk of kitchen accidents is significantly reduced.

Environmental Impact

Reduced fuel consumption leads to lower carbon emissions and decreased deforestation, contributing to environmental conservation.

Energy Efficiency

By reducing the need for continuous heating, fireless cookers can save up to 50% of cooking energy, whether it's gas, charcoal, kerosene, or firewood.

Cost Savings

Lower energy consumption translates to reduced utility bills, making it a cost-effective solution for households.

Nutrient Preservation

The slow cooking process helps retain more nutrients in food compared to high-heat cooking methods.

Fireless Cooker Conserves the environment by reducing deforestation


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Effective Fireless Cooking Notes
  • Match the size of pan with the quantity of food. The food should be at least three quarters in the pan to minimize the air space

  • The food in a pot must always be covered with a lid that fits well

  • For grains like maize and beans, water must be above the food

  • The fireless cooker should not be opened before the recommended time of cooking is over

  • Food should not remain in the fireless cooker for more than eighthours because the temperature will fall below the recommended level of 490C


Fireless Cooking Time and the Energy Saved

Embracing the use of fireless cookers is a step towards sustainable living, offering benefits that span economic savings, health improvements, and environmental conservation.


Type of Food

Fireless

Cooking

Period (Hours)

Energy

Saved

(%)

Maize meal

1 Hour

88 %

Presoaked dry maize and

beans

2 1/2 Hours

83%

Pre-soaked beans

2 1/2 Hours

80%

Pre-soaked lima beans

(Njahi)

2 1/2 Hours

80%

Stripe (matumbo)

2 Hours

71%

Cassava

1 Hour

67%

Sweet potatoes

1 Hour

67%

Unsoaked dry maize & beans

3 Hours

66%

Green maize

1 Hours

53%

Pre-soaked dry peas

2 1/2 Hours

50%

Irish potatoes

40 Minutes

40%

Beef stew

1 1/2 Hours

39%

Pre-soaked green grams

2 Hours

36%

Rice

30 Minutes

33%

Mashed bananas

42 Minutes

30%

Kale (sukuma

20 Minutes

30%

Chicken

1 1/2 Hours

18%

Un-soaked green grams

2 Hours

18%

Arrow-roots

50 Minutes

18%

Boiled eggs

20 Minutes


How to make a fireless cooker step by step?

Here’s a step-by-step guide to making a simple and effective fireless cooker (also called a heat-retention cooker or basket cooker) using affordable, locally available materials



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Materials Needed:
  • A strong sisal basket  (large enough to fit your cooking pot)

  • Old pillows, cushions, blankets, wool,  (for insulation)

  • A thick towel or old cloth (to wrap the hot pot)

  • Black nylon paper  (to improve insulation)

  • A lid or cover (to seal the Fireless Basket )


Step 1: Choose the Sisal Basket

Select a sturdy sisal basket slightly larger than the cooking pot you'll be using. It should have enough room for thick insulation all around the pot.


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Step 2: Prepare the Insulation

Line the inside of the sisal basket with foam, cotton, wool, or crumpled newspapers. You can also use polystyrene or sawdust. Ensure all sides (bottom, walls, and lid) are padded with at least 3–4 inches of insulation.



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Training In Making Fireless Cooker at MotoZero In Kiserian

Step 3:Cover and Seal

The Cover and the seal is made up of wool that is wrapped with the black nylon paper that works as an insulation material .The cover should take very good shape and should match the size of the basket . Later the wool and the nylon should be binded with a clothing that will keep them intact together


How does a fireless cooker conserve heat?

A fireless cooker conserves heat through insulation and heat retention, allowing food to continue cooking without a continuous external heat source. You begin by bringing the food to a boil using a stove, charcoal, gas, or other heat source. At this stage, the food and the cooking pot absorb a significant amount of thermal energy. Once boiling, the hot pot is placed into the fireless cooker Because the pot is wrapped tightly and sealed in an insulated chamber, very little heat escapes. The retained heat within the pot continues to cook the food gently over time—similar to a slow cooker.



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Image of a Lady besides Fireless Cooker Box and Basket by Moto Zero


Here is a list of materials needed to make a fireless cooker a strong sisal basket, Black nylon paper  (to improve insulation)a thick towel or old cloth or wool  (to wrap the hot pot)

What are the benefits of fireless cooking?

With no open flames or continuous heat, the risk of kitchen accidents is significantly reduced. Reduced fuel consumption leads to lower carbon emissions and decreased deforestation, contributing to environmental conservation.

What is the objective of fireless cooking?

To preserve more nutrients in food by using low-temperature, slow cooking, which prevents overcooking and nutrient loss.

The objective of fireless cooking is to cook food using retained heat without the need for continuous fuel or energy, thereby achieving energy Conservation ,cost Savings ,environmental Protection


Fireless cookers require minimal maintenance. Regularly clean the interior with a damp cloth to remove any spills. Occasionally, place the cooker in the sun to air it out and prevent any odors. With proper care, a fireless cooker can last between 5 to 10 years. 



 
 
 

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