Tefal Optigrill+ XL GC722D stainless steel

No effort on your part

Electric grills of the Optigrill line are positioned by the manufacturer as intelligent frying appliances. They automatically determine the thickness of the product and the degree of roasting, so that the user does not need to control the temperature and cooking time.

The Tefal GC722D model is the senior representative of the Optigrill series, differing in the largest dimensions of the working surface (40x20 cm) and the presence of 9 automatic cooking programs at once: for burgers, steaks, sandwiches, sausages, fish, poultry, seafood, pork and bacon (the GC712D model does not have the latest three). It is worth considering the rather large dimensions (45 cm wide) of the device in advance.

Cooking modes

In Tefal GC722D, even frozen foods can be placed on the grill for frying, after activating the “defrost” programme. In addition to automatic programs, there is also a manual mode with the ability to set one of four temperatures in the range from 110 to 285 degrees. It is suitable for frying vegetables and various culinary experiments.

After the selected programme is completed, the appliance defaults to the keep warm mode and then switches off automatically. This safety feature is also activated if the grill is left open or closed for a long time without food being placed.

Slightly narrows the versatility of the model is the absence of a barbecue mode (with open plates).

Features of use

Tefal GC722D received a clear push-button control. The chip of the model is a colour indicator. It not only displays the current mode of operation and warns of errors, but also helps to determine the degree of readiness of the product. The indicator will be especially useful for steak lovers, because it will let you know when the desired degree of roasting has been reached: with blood (rare), medium (medium) and full (well-done). In addition to changing the colour of the indicator, each new stage of cooking is accompanied by a sound signal.

The model is equipped with a grease tray and the bottom panel has a 7° slope to ensure efficient dripping. Non-stick coated serrated plates are easy to remove for cleaning and are dishwasher safe.

The grill will appeal to all connoisseurs of steaks and those who want to automate the process of preparing delicious, healthy food to the maximum. Taking into account all the functionality, the price of Tefal GC722D looks quite justified.