In my quest to forego everything gas-powered from my outdoor cooking equipment I discovered the Sizzle from Vango, a single pan sized induction hob that has been specifically designed for outdoor use.  With a power of 800W, and a maximum temperature of 200°C, it read like the perfect solution.

With a size of 22.8 x 8.8 x 31cm, the sizzle is ideal for pans and kettles that measure between 12 to 19cm in diameter. At the front you will find an intuitive touch control using a straightforward 1 to 5 scale for heat levels, which reacts quickly to temperature changes. It also has a heating lock that ensures your pans stay warm whilst cooking.

Using settings one through to three, it steadily heated up my chilli, crank it up to 5 and it’s bubbling in no time. Whether you’re re-heating a pre-made meal or creating a meal from scratch the Sizzle works an absolute treat.

Once in use, there’s a noticeable buzzing sound, it isn’t obtrusive, and occasionally you will hear the integrated cooling fan kicking in that reduces the risk of overheating.

“What about frying a steak?” I hear you ask. Using my Jetboil skillet, I placed it on the Sizzle for a few minutes with a knob of butter and laid down a thick piece of Ribeye. After approximately 3 minutes each side I put it to rest,  turned down the temperature, added some green beans for a few minutes and devoured.

It must be on a flat surface as there’s no lip at the sides to stop pans sliding off, not that it is wise to have any pans with hot food at an angle anyway. After use, it cools quickly, and if you’ve made a mess, the smooth, wipe down surface makes cleaning up easy.

The Sizzle comes with its own storage bag in which you can also fit other bits, like dishcloths, etc, and the power cable measures in at almost 9 feet long, which means I can use it far enough away from the Ecoflow River in case of any spillages.

The great thing about the Sizzle is that it only draws a maximum of 800W, meaning it’s ideally suited for caravans, camper vans and some power banks.  I use it with my Ecoflow River.

Before you rush out and buy one, be aware that the Sizzle is only usable with induction compatible pans with stainless steel bottoms, you can’t fool it either, try something else and it will emit an audible beep and switch off.

Overall the Vango Sizzle has been a great addition to my outdoor kitchen, and I reckon it could only be surpassed by its larger sibling, the Double Sizzle.

price: £75

more at » https://www.vango.co.uk/gb/camping-equipment/335-sizzle.html