From hand-washing knives safely to dropping egg yolks in the kitchen sink, there are plenty of issues that plague chefs and home cooks like me alike. That’s why I’m always looking for little tricks to streamline my kitchen and make meal prep easier. I turned to Amazon’s vast collection of kitchen supplies and was excited to find some clever solutions.
Best of all, it doesn’t cost that much to fix your trickiest kitchen problems. I’m on the lookout for handy egg separators, clip-on strainers to keep pasta in the pot, and little hacks from brands like OXO and Joseph Joseph, all priced under $15. Keep reading for 9 affordable Amazon kitchen gadgets you never knew you needed.
Amazon’s Underrated Best Kitchen Gadgets Under $25
- Suretivian Chicken Shredder, $21 with coupon, originally $30
- Kitchen Gizmo Snap N Strain Pot & Pasta Strainer, $13, originally $30
- OXO Good Grip 3-in-1 Egg Separator, $8
- Zulay Kitchen Silicone Utensil Rest, $10, originally $15
- Simple Spread Stainless Steel Butter Spreader, $9 with coupon, originally $10
- Exquisite Cheese Knife Set of 4, $12, originally $15
- OXO Good Grip Corn Prep Peeler, $8, originally $10
- Joseph Joseph BladeBrush Knife and Cutlery Cleaner, $8, originally $10
- Joie Lemon and Lime Juicer and Reamer, $6, originally $7
Shretivian chicken shredder
For some reason, chicken tastes better when chopped finely. To use this time-saving chicken shredder, simply place your chicken breast under the blade and keep turning the handle until you reach your desired thickness. This hack is a great way to add protein to salads, soups, tacos, and more. (Plus, pet owners can use it to feed their pets.)
Kitchen Gizmo Snap N Strainer Pot & Pasta Strainer
If your large pot doesn’t have a spout, or you’re tired of taking out a large strainer, consider purchasing this snap-on gadget. This small kitchen strainer clips onto your cookware and allows you to strain water without food leaving the pot. Compact and dishwasher-safe, this tool is especially great for living in tight spaces, and we also appreciate its compatibility with a variety of tableware, including pots, pans, and bowls. (It’s still nearly 60% off.)
OXO Good Grip 3-in-1 Egg Separator
If you’re an avid baker, you’ll be grateful to have bought this $8 egg separator that separates egg yolks from egg whites. Just clip the tool to the side of your mixing bowl, crack in your eggs, and voila! The yolks will sit neatly in the bowl without any egg whites splattered on the counter. This Amazon find also saves you the stress of breaking egg yolks and throwing them in the trash.
Zulay Kitchen Silicone Utensil Rest
There’s nothing more frustrating than standing over the stove to stir a pot, only to have nowhere to put your spoon, leaving unwanted splatters on the counter. This silicone utensil rest solves that problem with four slots for utensils (as opposed to a traditional single spoon rest). This allows you to rest multiple tools at once, which is useful when using spoons, spatulas, and whisks at the same time. This cookware rest is dishwasher safe, very easy to clean, and heat resistant, so you can safely place it near your stove.
Simple spread stainless steel butter spreader
With over 5,600 5-star ratings, this stainless steel butter spreader makes it easy to spread hard butter, jam, and cream, making it especially useful on toast. This kitchen tool is corrosion resistant and designed with small holes along the edge to spread the perfect amount of butter every time.
Set of 4 exquisite cheese knives
This set of cheese knives is an innovation for charcuterie board lovers. The stainless steel set consists of a spade knife, chisel knife, cheese fork, and cheese spreader. Available in oak or acacia wood, these hand-wash only knives are perfect for stylish serving. Also perfect as a holiday gift.
OXO Good Grip Corn Prep Peeler
Don’t you just love eating corn off the cob? This corn peeler is perfect for those people. At only $8, this gadget quickly and efficiently removes corn kernels from the cob. Sharp, rust-resistant, and ergonomic handle prevents your hands from slipping.
Joseph Joseph Blade Brush Knife and Cutlery Cleaner
Speaking from experience, it’s not fun to accidentally cut yourself while hand washing cookware, especially knives. This knife and cutlery cleaner brush provides a safer way to clean sharp blades. It has opposing bristles on the inside for more effective cleaning, and a textured hand grip for stability during washing.
Joie lemon and lime juicer and reamer
One of the first kitchen tools I bought for my new kitchen was a lemon and lime juicer. Citrus fruits are the tastiest and most hassle-free way to upgrade your meals. We love that this dishwasher-safe juicer has dimensions on the side so recipes are easy to follow, and the container makes it easy to store leftover juice in the fridge.