Cut Fat Whilst Eating Like Royalty With a Compact Home Rotisserie Oven

AppId is over the quota AppId is over the quota
Previously only the domain of larger houses and spacious kitchens, home rotisserie cooking was impossible for many town and apartment dwellers. With kitchens that are too small to accommodate a large rotisserie grill and a ban in some towns on using gas canisters on balconies, it meant eating out or a take out.

The benefits of rotisserie cooked meat are already appreciated by those of us trying to cut calories or cholesterol or both, so it was only a matter of time before technology caught up and it has. There are now several compact rotisserie appliances on the market and they don't need much counter-space, so take a look at the two showcased right here and explore other available brands, until you find the right one for your kitchen.


The Cuisinart Vertical Countertop Rotisserie is a popular and affordable option. Taking up just 16" x 16" by 17.5" of kitchen work-top, most kitchens can accommodate this model and if you can fit it in, you may have found the perfect match. It also comes with a 3 year limited warranty and has plenty of great reviews.

Made in stainless steel, the Cuisinart is sleek in style and although it looks slim, it can still cope with eight pounds of food easily, turning out succulent joints every time. Real quality shines out in both the design and finish, allowing this model to blend into any kitchen color scheme.

The LCD display is easy to read and does away with dials and difficult to clean knobs, making cleaning simple. Intended to save you time and trouble there is a comprehensive range of preset cooking times and temperatures which once set, will turn out perfect results every time.

The George Foreman Rotisserie ranges are already a household name and they just extended their family. Introducing the aptly named George Foreman Baby Rotisserie (fondly known as Baby George) is another very compact model, equally packed full of features. Not as narrow as the Cuisinart, but still needing only 18" of space to sit on plus a couple inches either side for vents, it is another set and forget rotisserie which turns you effortlessly into a gourmet chef.

There are a lot of us who still use the George Foreman Grill. You know, the one we were given as a wedding present about twenty years ago and have cooked on several times a week since then, including for a growing family. Now if you trust the brand like this because it offers reliable quality, then Baby George might be for you.

This model includes a range of handy skewers and a grill basket for items like burgers that are better cooked flat. Why not fill the basket with fresh vegetables for a delicious low-fat accompaniment to any meal? The timer extends to three hours leaving you free to get on with other things or relax, whilst the meat gently drips fat away and bastes itself in fragrant natural juices.

So if you have been longing for a rotisserie to cook succulent, delicious healthy low-fat meals but have been prevented by lack of space, one of the new streamlined models might be just what you were looking for.

Mike Donagh is an engineer and writer who specializes in mechanical products and DIY activities. You can check out his latest website at Home Rotisserie Reviews, where he provides unbiased reviews and buying advice for a range of rotisseries including the George Foreman Rotisserie, Ronco, Cuisinart and Broil King.