What is a Balloon Whisk?
A whisk is a kitchen tool which may seem slightly frivolous, but is actually highly useful. A balloon whisk is a specific type of whisk, designed with a bulbous shape which is well suited to several kitchen tasks. Obtaining an assortment of whisks will make cooking some foods much easier and more pleasurable. Many cooking supply stores sell whisks in a range of styles and sizes, although if you can only buy one whisk, buy a medium sized balloon whisk, since it can be used in a number of applications. Another common type of whisk is the French whisk, which has a narrow elliptical shape. A typical whisk is made from sturdy strands of metal looped inside a large handle. The strands are often separated with a metal plate to ensure that the whisk holds its shape. When a whisk is moved through foods, the strands introduce air into the mixture while also thoroughly integrating all of the ingredients. A balloon whisk is shaped like a balloon, in a loosely teardrop shape which has the capabilit