Stepping into the world of efficient food prep doesn't mean sacrificing your precious counter space. Meet the Kenwood FP120A, a brilliantly designed compact food processor that packs a real punch. It’s the perfect partner for smaller kitchens, home-based culinary businesses, or even larger establishments needing a nimble machine for those quick, ad-hoc jobs. If you need to chop, slice, grate or whisk without the fuss of a bulky appliance, this is your answer.
Engineered by Kenwood, a brand synonymous with quality kitchenware, this 1.4-litre machine is built for convenience. It comes equipped with five essential accessories, giving you the versatility to tackle everything from dicing vegetables for a soup to whisking up a quick meringue. The single-speed operation is complemented by a pulse function, giving you total control over texture, ensuring you never over-process your ingredients again.
Whether you're a home cook dreaming of professional results or a small café owner needing a reliable sidekick for daily prep, this mini kitchen food processor is designed to make your life easier. Its dishwasher-safe parts and non-slip feet are the thoughtful touches that turn a good appliance into a great one. Get ready to speed up your prep and unlock more creative possibilities in the kitchen.
When you choose a Kenwood appliance, you're investing in more than just plastic and a motor; you're buying into a legacy of British design and reliability that has powered home kitchens for decades. The Kenwood FP120A FR194 processor embodies this philosophy perfectly. While it's built for domestic use, its robust engineering means it often outlasts and outperforms unbranded alternatives, making it a savvy choice for light-duty tasks even in a professional environment. The real value is in its consistency. It delivers the same, predictable results day after day, from perfectly chopped vegetables to evenly grated cheese. This is a tool designed for real life—it’s intuitive to use, simple to clean, and built to be a dependable partner for your daily culinary adventures, saving you time and effort for years to come.
Explore more from KenwoodThe Kenwood FP120A is a classic for a reason. It’s a refreshingly straightforward and reliable bit of kit that does the basics exceptionally well. In a world of overly complex gadgets, its simplicity is its greatest strength. It feels sturdy, the pulse function is responsive, and it’s a brilliant choice for anyone who needs a dependable prep assistant without the commercial price tag.
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The Lavender Kettle, a quaint tearoom in Bakewell, Derbyshire, needed a solution for their daily scone and soup prep that didn't involve their large, noisy commercial mixer. They opted for the Kenwood FP120A to handle these smaller, frequent tasks.
"It’s been a fantastic addition. I can quickly chop all the veg for our soup of the day or mix a small batch of scone dough in minutes, right on the counter. It's quiet, efficient, and saves us from firing up the big machine, which has streamlined our morning prep routine massively."
Robert Davies – Owner
The Lavender Kettle now saves an estimated 30 minutes of prep and cleaning time each morning, improving workflow significantly.
Ever tried to quickly chop some herbs and ended up with a green paste? That's where the 'Pulse' function on the Kenwood FP120A food processor comes in. Instead of running the motor continuously, pulsing gives you short, sharp bursts of power that you control completely. Think of it like a chef's knife – you decide how finely to chop. For nuts, a few quick pulses leave you with chunky, crunchy pieces perfect for a brownie. For onions, it gives you a neat dice without releasing all the water. It’s the secret to getting the exact texture you want, preventing over-processing and giving you professional-level control over your ingredients.
Q: What are the 5 accessories included?
A: This model typically comes with a main chopping blade, a whisking tool, and reversible discs for coarse grating/slicing and fine grating/slicing.
Q: Can I use this in my busy restaurant kitchen?
A: This unit does not come with a commercial warranty and is designed for home use. It's better suited for very light duties in a commercial setting, like in a B&B or for recipe testing.
Q: How does the safety interlock work?
A: The motor will not engage unless the bowl and lid are correctly locked into place, preventing any accidental starts.
Q: Is it difficult to clean?
A: Not at all. The bowl, lid, and attachments are all dishwasher safe, and the main base unit just needs a quick wipe with a damp cloth.
Q: How much liquid can I put in the bowl?
A: The total bowl capacity is 1.4L, but for liquids like soups, it's best to stick to the maximum liquid level marked on the bowl (usually around 800ml) to prevent splashes.
Q: Is the Kenwood FP120A food processor noisy?
A: For a processor of its size, it operates at a very reasonable noise level, much quieter than larger, more powerful commercial machines.
Q: Can it knead bread dough?
A: Its 400W motor is not designed for heavy tasks like kneading dense doughs. It's best for lighter mixes, chopping, and slicing.
Q: What does the pulse button do?
A: The pulse button gives you short bursts of power for precise control, which is perfect for coarse chopping without turning ingredients into purée.
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