BORA QVac: the built-in vacuum sealer
Keep fresh ingredients fresh longer, quickly marinate meat or vegetables, or prep ingredients in advance for sous vide. With the BORA QVac, you don’t need a separate vacuum sealer. The vacuum sealer is integrated directly into the countertop, so it’s always within reach when you need it.
What can you do with the BORA QVac?
The QVac has three main functions: vacuum sealing, marinating, and resealing opened bottles to make them airtight. You can vacuum-seal ingredients and prepared dishes in special bags or vacuum-sealing containers. According to BORA, this extends the shelf life of food by up to three times while preserving its flavor and appearance. This is especially handy when you buy larger quantities of groceries, cook in advance, or want to use leftovers later. You can also use vacuum sealing to prepare food for sous vide cooking.
Marinate in as little as ten minutes
With the QVac, it’s not always necessary to let a marinade sit for hours or even overnight. The vacuum accelerates the marinating process, and according to BORA, the marinade can penetrate deep into the food in as little as ten minutes. This is handy when, for example, you want to marinate meat, fish, or vegetables but don’t think of it until you’re actually cooking. To marinate, use a vacuum sealer box in combination with the special marinating ring.
Sealing opened bottles again
The QVac isn’t just for food. With the special vacuum seal, you can also reseal opened bottles airtight. Think, for example, of a bottle of wine or oil that isn’t empty yet. By removing the air from the bottle, the contents can be stored longer. You can also store liquids like homemade broth this way.
Integrated into the countertop
What makes the BORA QVac special is, above all, the way it’s integrated into the kitchen. Most of the unit is located beneath the countertop, so there’s no need for a separate vacuum sealer to sit permanently on the counter. The integrated QVac can be installed either flush or surface-mounted. This allows the vacuum sealer to be incorporated directly into the design of a new kitchen.
BORA QVac or QVac Move?
Do you want to be able to vacuum-seal food, but don’t want the appliance integrated into your countertop? BORA now also offers the QVac Move. This is the freestanding version of the vacuum sealer. According to BORA, the QVac Move offers the same functionality as the built-in QVac, but you can easily store it away after use or leave it on the countertop. For a new kitchen, the built-in QVac is a good option if you’d like to give the appliance a fixed spot. If you’d rather stay flexible, the QVac Move is a great alternative.
Accessories for the BORA QVac
Several accessories are available for various applications. BORA offers, among other things, vacuum boxes, vacuum bags, vacuum seals for bottles, and a marinating ring. BORA’s vacuum containers and bags are BPA-free and food-safe. You’re not required to use only BORA bags, by the way: according to BORA, suitable vacuum bags from other manufacturers can also be used.
Is the BORA QVac a good fit for your kitchen?
The QVac is particularly useful if you regularly store fresh produce, cook in advance, marinate, or prepare sous vide dishes. Since the appliance is built into the countertop, you won’t have to take a separate vacuum sealer out of a cabinet every time you use it. Do you only use a vacuum sealer occasionally, or do you prefer not to have a cutout in your countertop? In that case, the freestanding QVac Move might be a better fit for your needs.
View the BORA QVac at ASWA Keukens
Want to know where the BORA QVac would be best placed in your countertop? When designing a new kitchen, we can incorporate the vacuum sealer directly into the layout. In our showrooms, we’ll work with you to explore how to use the QVac and how it can be combined with other BORA appliances, such as the BORA X BO.
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