Stainless Steel Steam Basket Extension 46cm x 10cm

Description

The Stainless Steel Steam Basket Extension 46cm x 10cm is an essential piece of professional-grade cookware that adds versatility, capacity, and efficiency to your steaming setup. Built from premium food-grade stainless steel, this extension ring is designed for chefs, caterers, and home cooks across New Zealand who value quality, hygiene, and sustainability in their kitchen tools.

With a 46 cm diameter and 10 cm height, this extension is engineered to fit perfectly between your existing steam baskets, allowing you to stack additional layers and expand your cooking volume without sacrificing heat balance or cooking quality. Whether preparing delicate dumplings, fresh seafood, hearty vegetables, or traditional steamed buns, the extension maintains consistent airflow and steam distribution from the bottom to the top layer, ensuring each dish cooks evenly.

Its mirror-polished stainless steel surface resists rust, corrosion, and odour absorption, even under intense daily use. The reinforced structure and rolled edges provide strength, stability, and safety, making it suitable for both commercial and domestic kitchens. This extension ring can be paired with stainless-steel steamers, bamboo baskets, or large stockpots used in NZ restaurants, cafés, and catering services.

Easy to clean, dishwasher-safe, and built to last a lifetime, the Stainless Steel Steam Basket Extension 46cm x 10cm brings together the best of durability, design, and practicality. It’s the ideal choice for anyone who wants to cook more efficiently while preserving New Zealand’s hallmark values of health, quality, and environmental sustainability.

Key Points

• Premium Stainless Steel Construction: Made from high-quality, food-safe stainless steel that resists rust and corrosion.
  
• Perfect Size: 46 cm diameter with 10 cm height — ideal for expanding large steamers and baskets.
  
• Stackable Design: Allows for multi-layer cooking, increasing efficiency and output.
  
• Consistent Heat Circulation: Maintains steady airflow and steam movement for even cooking.
  
• Sturdy Build: Reinforced rim and structure for durability and safety.
  
• Mirror Finish: Sleek, polished surface resists stains and enhances kitchen presentation.
  
• Universal Fit: Compatible with bamboo and stainless-steel steamers, stockpots, and commercial setups.
  
• Easy to Clean: Smooth, non-porous surface is dishwasher-safe and odour-resistant.
  
• Eco-Friendly & Sustainable: 100% reusable and recyclable — supports NZ’s sustainability values.
  
• Professional Appearance: Suitable for both home cooks and professional kitchens.
  

Benefits

1. Expands Your Steaming Capacity

The Stainless Steel Steam Basket Extension 46cm x 10cm lets you cook more at once without buying a larger steamer. Perfect for catering, restaurants, and family gatherings, it helps you increase output efficiently while maintaining food quality.

2. Promotes Even Cooking

Designed with precision, the extension ring ensures consistent steam flow through every layer. It prevents undercooked or over-steamed sections, so every dumpling, fish fillet, or vegetable is cooked evenly.

3. Saves Time and Energy

By stacking multiple layers, you can steam different foods simultaneously, reducing cooking times and energy use — ideal for busy kitchens and eco-conscious households.

4. Built for Longevity

Made from durable stainless steel, this extension withstands frequent heating, cleaning, and daily use without losing its shine or strength. It’s engineered to last decades in both home and commercial environments.

5. Supports Healthy Cooking

Steaming is one of the healthiest cooking methods — preserving nutrients, natural flavour, and texture. This extension allows you to cook more of your favourite healthy meals efficiently and safely.

6. Eco-Friendly and Sustainable

This reusable extension reduces waste and promotes long-term sustainability. It’s plastic-free, toxin-free, and recyclable, aligning with New Zealand’s environmental and ethical kitchen standards.

7. Fits Seamlessly with Existing Steamers

Whether you own a stainless-steel steamer or bamboo basket, the 46cm diameter provides a snug, stable fit for most NZ-standard cookware. It integrates perfectly into your existing kitchen tools.

8. Easy to Clean and Maintain

The smooth, mirror-finish stainless steel surface resists residue and odour buildup. Simply wash with warm water or place in a dishwasher — no special cleaning agents required.

9. Safe and Ergonomic Design

With rolled edges and reinforced walls, this extension ensures safe handling. It prevents steam escape and maintains structural stability during multi-layer cooking.

10. Professional and Stylish Appearance

The polished finish and sturdy build give it a refined aesthetic, suitable for restaurant kitchens, catering displays, or open cooking stations where presentation matters as much as performance.

Why Choose This

Precision-Crafted for Performance

Every Stainless Steel Steam Basket Extension 46cm x 10cm is engineered to deliver balance, efficiency, and reliability. Its uniform shape ensures airtight stacking, promoting optimal steam circulation for consistent results.

Built for New Zealand Kitchens

From Auckland’s busy restaurants to small-town kitchens, this extension is designed for the New Zealand way of cooking — practical, efficient, and eco-conscious. Its universal size matches standard cookware used in NZ commercial and home setups.

Premium Food-Grade Material

Made from 304 stainless steel, this extension is completely food-safe, non-reactive, and resistant to corrosion even in NZ’s humid coastal environments. It guarantees clean, chemical-free cooking every time.

Perfect for Healthy, Large-Scale Meals

Ideal for preparing meals for large families, catering events, or restaurant service, this extension allows chefs to steam multiple dishes simultaneously — all while retaining nutrients and natural flavour.

Sustainable Investment

Instead of replacing small steamers or using disposable cookware, this reusable stainless-steel extension saves money over time and contributes to a sustainable kitchen model.

Compatible with Multi-Cuisine Cooking

From Asian-style dim sum to Pacific seafood, steamed puddings, or contemporary fusion dishes, this extension supports New Zealand’s diverse culinary culture.

Safe, Stable, and Reliable

Its sturdy construction prevents wobbling or tipping, ensuring a secure stack even when loaded with food. The smooth edges also provide safe handling during busy cooking sessions.

Elegant and Functional Design

The mirror-polished surface not only looks beautiful but also enhances hygiene by repelling food residue and water spots. It’s functional art for your kitchen.

Trusted by Professionals

Chefs across New Zealand appreciate stainless steel for its reliability and longevity. This extension brings professional-grade quality into every household and commercial kitchen.

Conclusion

The Stainless Steel Steam Basket Extension 46cm x 10cm is a masterpiece of functionality and durability — an indispensable upgrade for any New Zealand kitchen that values efficiency, hygiene, and sustainability.

Built from high-grade stainless steel, it expands your steamer’s capacity while maintaining perfect steam distribution and heat control. Whether you’re steaming dumplings for a family dinner, vegetables for a restaurant service, or seafood for catering, this extension guarantees consistent, healthy, and perfectly cooked results.

Its corrosion-resistant surface, reinforced structure, and elegant design make it a long-term investment that delivers reliability, performance, and visual appeal. Designed with New Zealand kitchens in mind, it embodies the spirit of modern cooking — eco-friendly, health-conscious, and built to last.

For professional chefs, it ensures efficiency and safety in busy commercial kitchens. For home cooks, it provides convenience and quality that elevate every meal. It’s more than just an accessory — it’s a statement of craftsmanship, sustainability, and smart design.

Add the Stainless Steel Steam Basket Extension 46cm x 10cm to your kitchen and experience the true power of professional-grade steaming — clean, efficient, and authentically New Zealand.